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Q&A
about the ELC Program
“Professionally, I train attorneys in communication
skills, many of which I taught as a consultant. As [an
ELC], I learned how to meet new people quickly and be
working with them professionally within a few hours
Karen Ohnemus Linsko, 1986-87 Consultant
• University of Arizona (Beta Epsilon)
What
is an ELC?
An ELC is a recent college graduate who provides
immediate assistance to chapters in the areas of program
development, recruitment, finance, risk management, and
many other divisions of the Fraternity.
Who is eligible?
Any initiated Alpha Phi with demonstrated leadership
skills and a desire to work in different regions of the
country can apply for the position. It is preferred
that the applicant be a recent college graduate (one –
two years).
How will I be prepared to work as an ELC?
At the start of employment, the ELC team receives a
three week comprehensive training session in the months
of July and August. Additional training throughout
the year is provided through monthly conference calls
for the ELC team also attends two debriefing sessions at
mid-year and year-end to receive feedback.
I submitted my application. What happens now?
After receiving your application, you will be notified
via email of the important dates in the selection
process. You will also be contacted to set up a phone
interview. Once all phone interviews take place,
invitations will be extended to Interview Weekend.
During the weekend, candidates go through a series of
interviews, presentations, and group activities. Offers
are extended shortly after Interview Weekend.
Is there more than one type of an ELC?
There is only one type of ELC position, but ELCs may
work on various projects on the road. One type of
project is a general visit. These visits are not
necessarily during a specific event or time period,
but serve as a check up for the chapter’s overall
planning and development. Another type of project
is working with an extension project. Some ELCs
work with a brand new chapter or colony in helping
them establish a solid foundation for the charter
members to build off of. The third type of visit is
a special project. These visits have a specific
purpose such as recruitment, a new member period, or
for a chapter who needs extra help re-building their
chapter to a healthy state. All of these types of
projects are important to the Fraternity and one ELC
may end up working on all three types of visits!
What can I expect in the ELC role?
You can expect to make lifelong friendships, make an
impact on woman across the nation, receive ongoing
training on hot-topics and current issues, learn
relevant life lessons and experience a multitude of
personal benefits in years to come.
How will the ELC position benefit me professionally?
To highlight only a portion of the benefits you can
receive as an ELC, the position has resulted in
enhancing self-esteem, improving presentation and
facilitation skills, perfecting written communication,
advancing in networking abilities and defining future
career goals. Past consultants have immediately stepped
into roles as technical recruiters, lobbyists, media
planners, event planners, and more.
Ready to apply?
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