Job Summary:

Title: UJC Student Ambassador

Location: New York, NY (In-office)

TEAM ROC

Roc Nation's social justice and philanthropic division is seeking candidates from across the United States to serve as Student Ambassadors to support the ongoing work of the United Justice Coalition (UJC), a charitable organization that works across disciplines to raise awareness and take action around key justice issues in our legal system.

The UJC Ambassador will work on key UJC projects, including planning for the 2026 UJC Summit in New York City, and maintaining regular communication with multiple stakeholders, including students, public officials, social justice organizations, activists, impacted families, and more.  The UJC Ambassador will also support advocacy efforts in Kansas City, Kansas, and other criminal justice related projects. 

This is an unpaid 10-week summer internship opportunity for credit starting in SEPTEMBER 2025 at the Roc Nation Headquarters in NYC.

Learning Opportunities for the UJC Student State Ambassadors include:

Outreach + Recruitment

Train with Team Roc on best practices for targeted outreach to educational institutions, local officials, activists, and social justice organizations in your designated state

Maintain an active list of all contacts and maintain close communication with internal and external teams, track communications and follow up in a timely manner and as needed

Schedule in-person or virtual meetings with school leaders and student affairs representatives 

Conduct grassroots outreach in local communities, schools and organizations

Actively update planning team on outreach efforts and provide any recruitment updates and/or challenges 

Digital Marketing + Promotions

Collaborate with Digital Marketing team to engage with targeted audience using all official UJC marketing materials - promote UJC-related activities to outreach networks on social media (IG, TikTok, FB, LinkedIn, etc, and on emails/list-servs)

Assist with identifying local media, social and broadcast outlets to promote UJC-related activities

Provide suggestions to the planning team for improving user experience and spreading brand awareness

Content and Program Development

Assist with research on topics and/or speakers

Assist with research on social justice organizations and impact

Assist with legal summaries and briefs

Advise on content that engages student voices and participation

Administration + Reporting

Provide progress reports on a weekly basis to your designated supervisor

Support Team Roc administratively in day to day operations, creating meeting agendas, taking meeting minutes and providing updates to management

Other learning experiences related to the project

Candidate Requirements:

Must be current student, enrolled in a Bachelor’s/Master’s program at an accredited college or university

Must be able to attend all weekly meetings (virtual or in person)

Bilingual Proficiency and/or Spanish Speaking skills a plus

Computer proficiency with MS Office products and Google Suite

Experience managing and navigating social media communications

Excellent written, oral and interpersonal skills and ability to connect with various constituencies 

Strong ability to work independently as well as within and across teams in an entrepreneurial and fast-paced environment

Flexible with changing priorities and multi-tasking while maintaining a positive, optimistic attitude and demeanor

Share an authentic passion for cause-driven work

Able to intern 16 hours per week

Ambassador Perks:

This is an unpaid internship for academic credit. Ambassador perks include:

The opportunity to intern at Roc Nation’s headquarters in NYC

Transportation Stipend to the Summit, merch and access to special events 

Recognition on Team Roc and UJC socials and at the UJC Summit

Application:

To apply, complete this Google form. In your statement, please share how you’ve been involved in social justice work and why you are interested in becoming a UJC  Student Ambassador. 

Applicants for employment in the U.S. must possess work authorization which does not require sponsorship by the employer for a visa.

About the United Justice Coalition and Team Roc

The United Justice Coalition (UJC) is a 501c(3) organization that raises awareness and takes action around key justice issues in our legal system. The UJC is comprised of an esteemed array of expert advisors who collaborate to strategically share resources, information, and ideas. The UJC is committed to amplifying critical issues and advancing justice through programs and events. 

To learn more about the United Justice Coalition, visit www.unitedjusticecoalition.com.

To learn more about the UJC Summit, visit:

2022 UJC Summit on July 23, 2022 Video Recap - Click here

2023 UJC Summit on December 1, 2023 Video Recap - Click here 

2025 UJC Summit on May 30, 2025 Video Recap - Click here 

Team Roc, Roc Nation’s philanthropic and justice division, maintains an unwavering commitment to activism and humanitarianism. We collaborate with partners across all industries to drive meaningful change and positive impact in communities around the world. 

To learn more about Team Roc, visit www.weareteamroc.com.