JACKSON, Miss. – Secretary of State Michael Watson and the Mississippi Secretary of State's Office are seeking upcoming high school seniors with a passion for leadership and state government to apply for the agency's 2026-2027 SOS Student Ambassador Program. The program aims to increase voter education and registration among youth and encourage students to engage in Mississippi government.

"Our Student Ambassador Program remains one of the most rewarding and impactful programs we have instituted since taking office. While it serves as an opportunity for students to cultivate affinity for public service and expand leadership skills, more importantly, it provides us an opportunity to invest in and mentor the next generation of Mississippi leaders," said Secretary Michael Watson.

Components of the program include:

• A fall summit in Jackson focused on the state's elections process
• A spring summit in Jackson focused on the state's legislative process
• One or two regional summits (location TBD)
• Monthly virtual webinars connecting Ambassadors with Mississippi’s leading figures in business, government, higher education, and beyond.

To be considered for the SOS Student Ambassador Program, students must meet the following criteria:

• High school senior during the 2026-2027 academic year
• Grade Point Average of 3.5 or above
• Proven satisfactory behavioral conduct
• Strong interest in state government and service

The deadline to complete the online application is April 3, 2026. Applications must be submitted using the link below in order to be considered.

The SOS Student Ambassador Program earned national recognition in August claiming the 2025 National Association of Secretaries of State IDEAS Award.

For questions, please contact our Communications & Publications Division at Ambassadors@sos.ms.gov or (601) 359-6344.