A National Advisory Role With Real Professional Value
SCLA is accepting applications for a limited number of National Advisory Board seats. Selected members provide practical campus insight, help expand student access, and gain national recognition, CEUs, peer connection, and a $2,000 annual honorarium.
If selected, you'll:
- Help shape student readiness and career-focused programming
- Share feedback on AI tools, credentials, and student engagement
- Support the right campus pathway for student access
- Receive national recognition, CEUs, and a $2,000 honorarium
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A Clear, Manageable Commitment
This is an advisory role, not an operational assignment.
Most members participate through:
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Two brief virtual advisory sessions annually
- Short surveys or feedback requests
- Optional input on emerging SCLA initiatives
- Practical perspective on student and campus needs
- Light-touch support helping students access SCLA resources
Estimated commitment: 2 to 4 hours per academic year.
Help Students Move From Achievement to Action
Your feedback helps SCLA shape tools that support student confidence, career readiness, and post-graduate success.
Board input helps guide:
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Career readiness credentials
- AI resume, interview, and career mapping tools
- Micro-internships and employer-connected opportunities
- Campus pathways for students to access SCLA
- Support for first-generation and underserved students
Recognition, Connection, and Professional Value
The National Advisory Board is designed to create value for both students and the professionals selected to serve.
Selected members receive:
- $2,000 annual honorarium
- CEUs for eligible participation
- National recognition through SCLA advisory channels
- Peer connection with higher education professionals
- Early input into tools and programs used by students nationwide
Built for Student-Focused Higher Education Professionals
SCLA is seeking professionals who understand students, care about outcomes, and bring practical campus insight.
Strong fits include professionals in:
- Academic Affairs
- Student Affairs
- Career Services
- Workforce Development
- Enrollment Management
- Student Success
- Advising or Engagement
Applicants do not need to hold a senior executive title. The strongest candidates can help SCLA understand student needs and identify the right pathway for campus engagement.
National Attention Around Student Career Readiness
SCLA’s work helping students bridge college and career readiness was recently featured in USA Today.
Frequently Asked Questions
Apply for the National Advisory Board
SCLA is reviewing applications for the upcoming advisory cohort.
Selection is based on professional experience, institutional perspective, and demonstrated commitment to helping students access practical support for what comes next.