Student Ambassador

The Role

Student Ambassadors are carefully selected representatives of Macquarie University. As the face of the University for prospective students, ambassadors are chosen for their communication skills, professionalism, leadershippotentialand engagement with university life.

We’relooking for current Macquarie University students who make the most of their university experience and are excited to share it with others. Whetheryou’vebeen involved in student clubs or societies, sport, mentoring, leadership programs, volunteering, PACE, internships,exchangeor other university initiatives,we’dlove to hear howyou’vecontributed to campus life.

As a StudentAmbassadoryou’llgain more than casual employment.Join a highly regarded team of student leaders whorepresentMacquarie, develop career-definingskillsand help future students discoverwhat'spossible.

Depending on your interests and experience, you may have opportunities to feature in university marketing campaigns, videos, publications,andsocial media content. The main activities you would be performing as a student ambassador include:

• Sharing your Macquarie story through presentations, webinars and conversations with future students,parentsand teachers

• Helping future students navigate their options and make confident decisions about university study

• Contributing to social media content and digital campaigns that inspire future students to see themselves at Macquarie

• Capturingprospective student details (leads) at student recruitment events and activities.

• RepresentingMacquarie University at careers markets, expos and other major events including those hosted by faculties or other Macquarie departments

• Conductingtours of the Macquarie University campus

• Providingevent supportincluding set up, registration and other activities for in-person and online recruitment activities

• Conducting outboundtelephone calling to prospective students or other stakeholders

• Supportingthe Future Students team with administrative & office tasksasrequired

• Handling ofboxes of approximately 10kg on a regular basis

• DrivingUniversity vehicles in a safe manner to various student recruitment events (on and off campus).
  

To perform well in this role, you will need to be approachable, proactive, adaptable, confident inpresenting toa wide range of audiences and willing to go the extra mile. Many of our Student Ambassadors have gone on to secure competitive graduate positions across consulting, government, education, health,technologyand finance. Alumnifrequentlyidentifytheir ambassador experience as one of the most valuable opportunities for developing confidence,communicationand leadership skills.

Perksof the role:

• Build sought-after professional skills in communication, presentation,networkingand stakeholder engagement

• Develop confidence speaking with audiences ranging from individual students to large groups

• Connect with senior university staff, industryguestsand students from across the university

• Gain valuable experience that strengthens internship and graduate job applications

• Be considered for opportunities to feature in university campaigns, videos,publicationsand digital content

• Join a supportive ambassador community and form lasting friendships and professional networks

• Represent Macquarie at flagship events including Open Day, Experience Macquarie Days,schoolsvisits, expos and careers markets and other major recruitment activities

• Earn a competitive hourly rate while making a meaningful impact on future students

You must be available for Open Day onSaturday14August,2027and training days throughout2026 and 2027.

* This position requires a Working with Children Check Clearance. You must hold,or canobtain, apaidWorking with Children Check (not Volunteer version), should an offer of employment be made. For more information see: https://ocg.nsw.gov.au/working-children-check

To Apply

Ready to become a Student Ambassador?

To be considered, please complete the following steps:

Step 1:Submit your application online.
Click the Apply button to upload your current resumeto Workday.

Step 2: Complete thesurvey.
SA 2027 Recruitment Survey – Fill out form
(https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/KHY8Lq0vhq)

The survey will give you an opportunity to tell us about your experiences, involvement atuniversityand how you meet the criteria below.

We'relooking for students who:

• Are currently enrolled at Macquarie University withideallyat leasttwo years of studyremaining.

• Demonstrate strong organisational and time management skills.

• Are confident communicators who can connect with a wide range of audiences.

• Enjoy helping others and providingaccurate, helpful information.

• Act with professionalism, integrity and accountability whenrepresentingMacquarie University.

• Can work independently and contribute positively within a team environment.

• Are available to work across weekdays, evenings and weekends asrequired, including major university events.

• Hold a current Australian driver's licence (P1, P2 or Full) and are comfortable travelling to events across metropolitan and regional locations.

Highly regarded

While not essential, we would love to hear about your experience in any of the following areas:

• Customer service, hospitality, retail, tutoring, mentoring or other people-focused roles.

• Presenting,facilitatingor public speaking.

• Developing content for social media or digital platforms.

• Leadership,volunteeringor community involvement.

• Participation in university life through student groups, sport, PACE, exchange, mentoring programs, volunteering, leadershipinitiativesor other extracurricular activities.

• Experience using Microsoft Office applications including Word,Exceland PowerPoint.

Step 3: Show us your story

Student Ambassadors are storytellers,communicatorsand connectors.

Submit a video(no longer than 2 minutes)introducing yourself and speakingaboutthe following topics:

• Why did you choose Macquarie University?

• What do you enjoy most about your degree?

• What has been your most memorable experience at Macquarie?

Please upload your video tothisDropbox folder
https://www.dropbox.com/request/sp2k1amh52vjilwu7iyx

Role-specific Enquiries:Domestic Student Recruitment team viadomesticSArecruitment@mq.edu.au

General Enquiries:Email the Positions and Appointments team viapositionsandappointments@mq.edu.au

Applications Close: 27 September 2026at 11:59pm (AEST)