Student Ambassador

Assist with student events, campus tours, enquiries, administration and social media promotion for the Faculty of Science and Engineering.

The Role

The Faculty of Science and Engineering (FSE) is seeking motivated, positive and engaged student ambassadors to join our Student Experience Team in Educational Services. These casual opportunities will provide assistance with student experience events and outreach activities aligned with science and engineering and will support a variety of straight-forward administrative, logistical, event coordination and promotional activities.

Reporting to the Student Experience Manager you will:

• Assist with the set up/pack of student experience events, associated logistics and delivery

• Provide general information/advice and assistance to students, parents and other stakeholders at events relating to studying in the faculty of science and engineering

• Participate in campus tours and guiding participants around campus, provide support for interactive program activities and information sessions

• Provide straightforward administration support for student experience activities including the collection of data and more complex administration activities under supervision 

• Participate in social media activities such as appearing in promotional videos and photographs to promote the faculty

How to Apply

To be considered for this position, you must apply online by submitting your CV and a separate (2-page maximum) cover letter explaining how you meet the following eligibility and selection criteria. Please also note in your cover letter, your availability for key team dates in 2027. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Eligibility: 

• A current undergraduate/postgraduate student in the faculty of science and engineering with a record of satisfactory academic standing: completion of a minimum of 40 credit points with a weighted average mark (WAM) of 65 or above

• Have a minimum of 1 year of study remaining to complete your degree

• Be available for all required team recruitment, training and event dates

• Holds or can obtain a Working with Children Check (paid employee type) as required following a formal offer  

Selection Criteria 

Essential

• Under direction, the ability to undertake a variety of administration tasks with proficiency in Microsoft office 365 applications e.g. word, excel

• Demonstrated capacity for and/or alignment with the university purpose, vision and values

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to interact with a broad range of stakeholders

• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and deliver tasks within timeframes

• The ability to work both as part of a team and independently depending on task requirements

• Awareness of the Faculty of Science and Engineering programs including extra-curricular activities and student opportunities

• Available to undertake light to moderate physical tasks including handling boxes of approximately 10 kg weight on a regular basis.

Desirable

• Experience with social media, presenting, communicating to groups or customer facing work 

• Involvement in a range of extra-curricular activities at university (e.g., student groups, sport, PAL, PACE or mentoring)

 
Relevant paid training will be provided for successful applicants and may include:

• WHS awareness and manual handling

• Introduction to academic, extra-curricular activities and support structures for students and event training

• Basic social media content creation

How to Apply  
If you are ready to deliver outstanding student experiences and join a supportive team, APPLY NOW with your CV and cover letter addressing the selection criteria, also noting your availability for key team dates as part of the online application process. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

 
Role Enquiries: Lizzy Clarkson, Student Experience Manager at fse.studentexperience@mq.edu.au 
  
If you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know. 

*** Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and we reserve the right to progress or decline an application prior to the application closing date. 

Applications Close:

29/11/2026 11:59 PM

 
A Place Where You Belong 
At Macquarie, we believe diversity makes us stronger, inclusion drives our success, and belonging inspires us to do our best work. We are proud to foster a community where different backgrounds, identities, and experiences are valued, and where our people are empowered to thrive through supportive leadership, shared responsibility, and a deep commitment to genuine care and respect for our community. Find out more about our vision for a truly inclusive workplace in our Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging Framework.

 
Flexible Work 
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Applications Close:

28/11/2026 11:59 PM

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A Place Where You Belong
At Macquarie, we believe diversity makes us stronger, inclusion drives our success, and belonging inspires us to do our best work. We are proud to foster a community where different backgrounds, identities, and experiences are valued, and where our people are empowered to thrive through supportive leadership, shared responsibility, and a deep commitment to genuine care and respect for our community. Find out more about our vision for a truly inclusive workplace in our Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging Framework.