Student Ambassador

Macquarie University; Sydney; On-site; AUD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Hybrid work options

17% Superannuation

Onsite parking

Extensive training & development

Onsite childcare facilities

Onsite vacation care

Discounted health insurance

Sport & Aquatic Centre discount

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Onsite health services

Job summary

Macquarie University is seeking motivated student ambassadors for the Faculty of Science and Engineering to assist with events, tours, and outreach activities. You will support administrative tasks, data collection, and participate in social media promotion as part of the Student Experience Team.

Ideal candidates are current FSE students with at least 1 year remaining, strong communication, and the ability to work both independently and in a team.

Qualifications

• Must be a current undergraduate/postgraduate student in the Faculty of Science and Engineering with a record of satisfactory academic standing (40 credit points; WAM 65+).
• Must have a minimum of 1 year of study remaining to complete 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.

Responsibilities

• Assist with set up/pack of student experience events, logistics and delivery.
• Provide information and assistance to students, parents and stakeholders at events.
• Participate in campus tours and guiding participants around campus.
• Provide basic administration support for student experience activities.
• Participate in social media activities, including promotional videos and photographs.

Skills

Office 365

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

Active student in Science & Engineering (40 pts, WAM 65+)

Minimum 1 year of study remaining

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

Job description

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

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

Role Enquiries: Lizzy Clarkson, Student Experience Manager at [e-mail]

If yourequireany 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

At Macquarie, we believe by providing flexibility in when, where and how work is done, we can support our staff to manage their personal commitments, while optimising their work performance and contributions to the University. See how we lead in flexible work to enable an outcome focused and inclusive workplace.

To learn more about our culture and hiring process, explore our Jobs at Macquarie page. If you're already part of the Macquarie Group (MQ University, U@MQ, MQ Health, MGSM), you'll need to apply through your employee Workday account. To apply for this job: Login to Workday and go to the Careers App > Find Jobs.

Applications Close: 28/11/2026 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.

At Macquarie University, our human equation for success is You to the Power of Us. It’s an invitation for you to bring your passion and purpose to a campus powered by human collaboration, and where the potential of every person multiplies our ability to achieve remarkable things. Hear from our Vice Chancellor Bruce Dowton Our values — Collective Ambition, Purposeful Collaboration, Bold Innovation, and Genuine Care — are at the heart of everything we do and by living our values, we unlock the true potential of You to the Power of Us. Our values guide how we work, lead and support one another. We know Macquarie is at its best when we live our values every day. Fostering Belonging Our Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging Framework 2024-2028 and our Flexible Work approach support Macquarie’s vision by building a community where everyone truly feels safe and like they belong. We acknowledge the richness of each individual’s identity and the potential that brings. This diversity amplifies You to the Power of Us and creates an inclusive environment that leads to better outcomes for all. Through a nurturing and fair environment, we are a workplace that enables you to balance both your personal needs and professional goals.

What we offer?

When you join Macquarie University, you gain access to a supportive, flexible workplace designed to help you thrive.

• Flexible, hybrid work arrangements
• 17% Superannuation
• Subsidised onsite parking options
• Extensive training and professional development programs
• Onsite childcare facilities to support working parents
• Onsite vacation care during school holidays
• Discounted health insurance
• Subsidised membership at our Sport & Aquatic Centre
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program for free and confidential support
• Convenient onsite GP, imaging, and physiotherapy clinics

These benefits are designed to support your health, wellbeing, and growth, so you can focus on what matters most: making a difference.

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