Becoming A Poly Rep
Applying for POLY REPS
Our application is now LIVE - open from September 30th to October 28th!
The process includes submission of a written application. A limited number of applicants will be invited to in-person interviews with the New Member Recruitment and Selection committee.
Step 1: Read the PDF application instructions and access questions (linked here and again below)
Step 2: Fill out the online Poly Rep application form between 9/30-10/28. Applicants must fill out the application form using their Cal Poly email address to gain access.
Step 3: Upload your essay responses as a PDF document without any identifiable information inside the application (question #21).
Info Sessions:
We strongly encourage you to attend a Poly Reps application info session to learn more about our organization, and to ask any questions you may have with a current Poly Rep!
- Tuesday, October 1st from 11:00 am – 12:00 pm (Welcome Center lecture hall, 172H-111)
- Week 3: Thursday, October 10th from 5:10 pm – 6:00 pm (Baker Science, Bldg. 180 - Rm. 112)
- Wednesday, October 23rd from 11:00 am – 12:00 pm (Welcome Center lecture hall, 172H-111)
POLY REPS Selection criteria
- Dedication to group and time commitment (approx. 10-20 hrs. each month, including 2+ tours per month, bi-weekly meetings, & committee participation)
- Sincere desire to represent Cal Poly
- Ability to work well with others
- Effective public speaking ability
- Ability to make a positive first impression
- Ability to adapt to a variety of situations
- Minimum 2.5 cumulative grade-point average, currently enrolled student, with at least one year of coursework remaining (graduating no earlier than spring 2026)
- Eligible for a paid student employment position on campus, and willingness to meet all employment documentation requirements (open to both work study and non-work study students)
Although hard work and commitment are required, much of the individual participation in activities can be worked around the Poly Rep’s class and study schedule.
New this year, Poly Reps is a grant funded student leadership position for the 2024-25 academic year. New Poly Reps that are selected for the 2024-25 application cycle will begin training and onboarding in winter quarter as volunteers, and will be eligible to receive leadership grant funding beginning spring 2024. New Poly Reps will also transition in to an hourly paid ambassador position, beginning in summer 2025.
Recruitment Calendar 2024 - 2025
Application Live: Monday, September 30th
Application Due: Monday, October 28th by 11:59 PM online at polyreps.calpoly.edu
First Round Interviews: November 16th and 17th, 2024
Second Round Interviews: January 11th and 12th, 2025
APPLICATIONS ARE OPEN for the 2024-2025 Calendar Year
Apply between September 30th-October 28th, 2024!
2024 - 2025 Application Instructions + Questions
Please submit your application here: Poly Reps 2024 - 2025 Application
Questions? Please email polyreps@calpoly.edu