YWIB Ambassadors

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About the program

Young Women In Bio (YWIB) launched the YWIB Ambassador program in 2020 for students interested in championing and supporting the organization’s efforts to create educational and leadership opportunities in STEM for young women. Each school year, YWIB welcomes approximately 20 students to the new class of Ambassadors.

Our 2026-2027 YWIB Ambassador applications will be open in early May 2026. All applicants will receive an automated response confirming their submission. Notifications to all applicants whether accepted or not will be sent by August 2026.

If you have any questions, reach out to us at ywib@womeninbio.org

Program Requirements

Ambassadors are required to attend 4 National YWIB virtual events per semester, complete one social media campaign per semester, complete a capstone project during the year, and submit a final slide deck reflecting on their experience by the end of May.

Apply to be a YWIB Ambassador if you:

Have a passion for STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and/or Math)

Demonstrate leadership and/or have an interest in promoting STEM within your school, community, and through social media

Identify as a young woman and are a rising freshman, sophomore, or junior in high school within the US or Montreal

Want to meet and interact with other students with a passion for STEM

Have an interest in advancing YWIB’s mission

Ambassador Responsibilities

YWIB Ambassadors are expected to:

Regularly educate themselves about STEM
Champion YWIB’s efforts in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Attend virtual or in-person events and programs hosted by National and their local YWIB chapter
Develop educational content and events both locally and nationally
Help promote STEM activities in their community and on a national level
Support YWIB social media campaigns that promote awareness of women in STEM
Participate in STEM-building activities with their local YWIB chapter or WIB-National
Attend the majority of activities (including in the summer) which may include company visits, hands-on activities, panel discussions, and larger, regional STEM events.
All YWIB Ambassadors who successfully complete the program receive a scholarship to support their efforts to effect positive change in the world of STEM.

2026-2027 Event Schedule

August 23: Welcome Meeting
September 27: STEM Activity
Hispanic Heritage Month Social Media Campaign
Native American Heritage Month Social Media Campaign
October 18: YWIB Ambassador Fall Conference
November 15: Suturing Clinic and Career Panel
December 13: Holiday Party

All events are on Sundays from 5-6:30 pm ET/2-3:30 pm PT

January 10: College Preparedness
Black History Month Social Media Campaign
February 21: STEM & Social Justice
Women’s History Month Social Media Campaign
March 7: STEMinist Conference
April 18: LinkedIn Workshop
June 6: Ambassador Recognition Program

All events are on Sundays from 5-6:30 pm ET/2-3:30 pm PT

All Ambassadors who participate in four events and one social media campaign each semester (August - December and January - June), and submit a final report will receive a $500 scholarship awarded in August 2027. All Ambassadors must actively plan one event with their local chapter leadership.

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Our Impact

Inspiring and empowering the next generation of STEM leaders since 2020.

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Application Tips

The YWIB Ambassador program is an opportunity for students to grow as leaders, build confidence, and inspire the next generation of women in STEM. If you are passionate about science, curious about leadership, and excited to make an impact in your community, we encourage you to apply.

Use the tips alongside this page to prepare a thoughtful, authentic application that reflects your voice and your potential.

Ask for references early

Choose someone who can speak to your work ethic, character, and interest in science. Share: what YWIB Ambassadors is; why you want to apply; your goals

Set up your Reviewr account ASAP

Once the application goes live, create your account and add your references’ email addresses right away. Giving your references plenty of time can make the process smoother for everyone.

Draft essays outside the application

Draft your responses in Google Docs or Word first. This gives you space to think, revise, and make sure your writing is clear before submitting.

Show your impact

Impact does not have to be big to matter. Small moments of leadership and initiative matter too. Maybe you helped a classmate, contributed to a project, started something at school, or took the lead in a meaningful way.

Use your own voice

We want to get to know YOU! While brainstorming tools can be helpful, your final application should reflect your own voice, experiences, and perspective. The strongest applications feel authentic and personal.

Be specific

Avoid generic responses. Instead of saying you love science, tell us what specifically interests you. Maybe it is a class, a science fair project, a question you have always wondered about, or a challenge you want to help solve.

Do not undersell yourself

Many great applicants minimize what they have done. Be confident and honest about your role. It is okay to clearly say, “I led,” “I organized,” “I created,” or “I solved.”

Review before you submit

Take time to reread your application before you hit submit. Make sure your answers are complete, polished, and true to who you are.