Student Ambassador

Student Ambassadors

Be a champion for other girls

Student Ambassadors are “standout” Technovation alumnae who inspire and support girls in their community through the Technovation program.

This exclusive group of 13-20-year-olds encourages peers to pursue STEM by promoting Technovation, recruiting participants, and offering mentorship.

As former participants themselves, they bring a unique perspective and deep connection to the journey, making them influential role models for the next generation of girls in STEM.

In addition to supporting their peers, Student Ambassadors gain valuable skills that set them up for future success. They develop leadership, time management, and communication abilities through exclusive opportunities like expert-led webinars, global networking events, and specialized training. Their work has a far-reaching impact—on themselves, their local communities, and the broader world.

The Technovation Student Ambassador program is selective—there is an application process, and alumnae who are selected to participate must commit to volunteering between 1-2 hours a week between October and May.

Meet last season's Student Ambassadors

For the 2023-2024 Technovation Girls season, we welcomed 113 girls into the Student Ambassador program. The stories below are just a small selection of the incredible young women volunteering their time to support girls in their communities.

I enjoy baking and hanging out with friends! Helping girls code is something that gets me really excited

Nithya P.
United States

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Rhea K.
United States
I have been in Technovation for almost three years and counting since being a semifinalist in 2022 as I am extremely passionate about the intersection of tech and business and community-based organizing. Outside of Technovation, I love spending time with family & friends, engaging in a variety of Performing Arts, working out, and exposing myself to new cultures and foods!

Rhea K.
United States

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I’m very passionate about computer science, especially AI and its applications in healthcare! For fun, I enjoy swimming, reading, and watching TV.

Neha S.
United States

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<strong>Anika J.</strong></br>United States</br>I'm Anika, a 14-year-old learning enthusiast and female philomath who aspires to change the world for the better. I'm a 2-time Technovation Girls award winner, Diana Award recipient, Ted ED speaker, and author, and I absolutely love art, reading & writing, swimming, and anything STEM (astro/nuclear/quantum physics, robotics & engineering, geometry)!

Anika J.
United States

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<strong>Prayanshi G.</strong></br>India</br>I am a 12th grader working on social causes such as Climate action, SDGs, waste, health, Plastic Pollution and disasters through writing and app development (published 4 apps on Google Play Store). 
I love coding, listening to music, volunteering for social causes, reading books and writing short stories and have a keen passion for STEM activities and learning. Solving problems through technology is my primary aim.

Prayanshi G
India

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Rishita S.
United States
I enjoy reading books, discovering new destinations through travel, and exploring various STEM subjects like robotics and AI that challenge and inspire me.

Rishita S.
United States

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<strong>Meenakshi N.</strong></br>United States</br>Meenakshi is passionate about conducting research and working on projects involving engineering, computer science and AI.She aspires to be a tech entrepreneur, connecting AI and communities.In her leisure time, Meenakshi finds happiness in nature photography and practicing the Indian classical dance Bharatanatyam.

Meenakshi N.
United States

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<strong>Sneha M.</strong></br> United States</strong></br>I’m very passionate about computer science, especially AI and its applications in healthcare! For fun, I enjoy swimming, reading, and watching TV.

Sneha M.
United States

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<strong>Anupama Nair</strong><br>United States</br>Anu is a second-year student studying Biology on the medical track in the United States. As the Co-Founder and Executive Director of Sisters of Computer Science, a non-profit dedicated to providing free courses in introductory computer science to girls from marginalized socioeconomic and minority backgrounds, and a Girl Scout Gold Awardee, Anu strives to uplift girls and women from all walks of life as she believes that when we work to create a society that is composed of all, we create a community that serves all.

Anupama N.
United States

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Rumeza F.
Canada
By day I'm immersing myself in self-care routines and exploring the foundations of philosophies; by night I'm coding solutions to the world's biggest problems. The most significant philosophy to me is that "you get things you don't have, by doing things you aren't doing" - so go build that app 😉

Rumeza F.
Canada

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<strong>Julianna D.</strong></br>United States</br>I like exploring different programming languages to see their applications and potential to create something new. I enjoy experimenting with code to see what can be done.

Julianna D.
United States

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<strong>Precious O.</strong></br>Nigeria</br>As a passionate Red Crosser, I thrive on making an impact in my community. I love getting lost in a great book, capturing my thoughts through journaling, and finding joy in every beat of different genres of music.

Precious O.
Nigeria

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<strong>Fortune</strong></br>Nigeria</br>I love to sing, draw, and write little poetry. In my spare time, I like to develop and animate 3D objects. In addition to reading and learning interesting facts about various topics to pique my curiosity, I really enjoy creating dancing videos with my friends. I volunteer at an NGO to help young people in my neighborhood have access to STEM education because I am passionate about providing good service to others.

Fortune S.
Nigeria

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Cholpon B.
Kyrgyzstan
I'm passionate about creating opportunities for girls in STEAM fields and mentoring the next generation of leaders. In my free time, I love drawing, learning new things, and walking in the fresh air.

Cholpon B.
Kyrgyzstan

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What Student Ambassadors Do

Student Ambassadors do a number of things to support Technovation Girls, including:

Recruit students to participate in Technovation Girls by hosting local recruitment events, and/or explaining the experience of being in the program

Speak at local or virtual Technovation related events, to promote awareness of the program and its benefits to students

Provide guidance and support to students throughout the season, including during the registration process

Support their local Chapter Ambassador, as needed

Meet regularly with local students to learn the curriculum, work on projects, and ask questions

  • Helping students understand the lessons in the curriculum, and how the program works
  • Motivating students to continue learning the curriculum and to complete their submission by the deadline

Learn leadership, time management, and other key skills for a successful future through exclusive opportunities from Technovation

Time Commitment

The average time commitment for a Student Ambassador is approximately 1 to 2 hours per week, from October through May.

Some weeks, Student Ambassadors may have no SA-related responsibilities, while in other weeks, they may spend 5 hours on SA-related tasks, such as hosting a recruitment event.

Benefits of being a Student Ambassador:

Build valuable leadership and mentoring skills that will set you apart

A few selected Student Ambassadors will have the chance to receive an all-expenses paid trip to join us at our Annual Celebration–World Summit! 

Get exclusive access to the Student Ambassador Discord channel to connect, collaborate, and form friendships with ambassadors from around the world

Opportunities to speak at events and share your Technovation story

Get dedicated support from Technovation Headquarters to help you succeed

Receive guidance and mentorship from local volunteers called Chapter or Club Ambassadors (if applicable)

Access to exclusive professional development opportunities like networking with industry leaders, exclusive workshops, and even stipend-based, specialized volunteer opportunities within the program

 

Be featured on the Technovation website as a Student Ambassador [given proper media consent is provided]

Make a real impact in your local community while furthering Technovation’s mission to inspire and empower girls globally to unlock their full potential and create change

AND...

Earn an official Technovation Student Ambassador certificate to boost your resume and stand out to colleges or employers

A graphic representing a Technovation Student Ambassador Certificate of recognition

How Student Ambassadors Grow their Skills

The Student Ambassador program is a fun, challenging program, and it benefits Student Ambassadors in many ways. Through the program, Student Ambassadors:

  • Gain leadership and mentoring experience
  • Develop their influencing, strategizing, and project management skills
  • Network, learn and exchange ideas virtually with over 100 Student Ambassadors from around the world
  • Receive exclusive online support, professional skill development, and unique opportunities from our Technovation staff

The Application Process

Interested alumnae must apply to be a Student Ambassador. Applications usually open in June or July, and close in August. Notifications go out in October, prior to the official launch of the upcoming season.

Who is eligible to apply?

  • Students who have participated and completed a project in at least ONE season of Technovation Girls
  • Students who are between the ages to 13 and 20
  • Students from any country/region

*Please note, if you did not complete your submission at least once while participating in Technovation girls, you may not apply to be a Student Ambassador.

Questions?

Please see our FAQ articles, and then email us at support@technovation.org with “Question about Student Ambassador Program” in the Subject Line.

How do I apply?

Applications for the 24/25 season are closed. You can sign up for the alumnae newsletter to hear when applications open for the 25/26 season.

If you are still interested in championing Technovation Girls in your community, and are over the age of 18, consider becoming a Mentor or leading a local Technovation Girls Club.