In cooperation with the USA Pavilion, the USC U.S.-China Institute will select 160 undergraduate and graduate students to serve as student ambassadors at next year's Shanghai Expo. These students will work with the millions of visitors, including the many business and government delegations who will visit and discuss the displays addressing the technologies and strategies needed to address the challenges associated with building better cities and improving lives. These student ambassadors will also assist with the hundreds of talks, screenings, panel discussions, and performances that will be offered at the USA Pavilion.

Students selected for the program will receive training, airfare, housing, and a stipend to cover meals and local transportation. Student ambassadors will serve in Shanghai from April 15 to July 31 or July 15 to October 31, 2010. (We know this is a poor fit for academic calendars, but the Expo schedule requires it.)

Details about the program and the minimum qualifications required of applicants are available at:
http://china.usc.edu/ShowArticle.aspx?articleID=1838

Applicants must be currently enrolled college students and be US citizens or permanent residents. They can be enrolled in any college or university (including schools in China). They must have completed at least two years of Chinese (or possess an equivalent level of competency). The Institute and Pavilion are committed to recruiting a diverse group of students. Students from all disciplines, backgrounds, and regions are encouraged to apply.

All application materials, including letters of recommendation, must be submitted online on or before Oct. 30, 2009. Students will be notified of selection decisions in December.