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Science Student Ambassadors
Monash University
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Applications for the 2027 Science Student Ambassadors will open in November 2026 and close on Friday 12 March 2027 at 5pm.
Science Student Ambassadors play a key role in the promotion of the Faculty of Science programs and activities to both future and current students. They represent the Faculty at a variety of events including Open Day, information evenings and school visits. They can also represent the faculty through social media and marketing activities. Being a Science Student Ambassador creates an opportunity for you to develop professional and personal skills; to network with fellow students and get involved with the Faculty of Science community. You will receive training in a range of communications-based areas and will gain a variety of transportable skills that will enhance your resume. Participation creates an opportunity to develop workplace-relevant skills in marketing, communications and social media.
Science Student Ambassadors are employed as casual staff members.
Key Responsibilities
Events Science Student Ambassadors assist at a range of events, including Open Day, information evenings, careers events and public lectures. School Visits Throughout the year, Science Student Ambassadors will be called upon to assist at student recruitment events including expos, internal campus visits and external school visits. Provide a student perspective At all events, and Science Student Ambassadors maybe asked to contribute their ideas and thoughts on a range of materials including websites, posters, course guides and other materials.
Science Precinct Tours Throughout the year Ambassadors take prospective students and their parents on tours of the science precinct, showing them the Faculty's facilities and sharing their experiences as a science student.
Social Media Science Student Ambassadors may be asked to contribute content to the Faculty of Science Social Media channels.
What's Involved
| Commitment | Details |
|---|---|
| Participation | You must participate in Open Day (8 hours) and your other working hours may include training sessions, assistance with expos, school visits, science precinct tours, public speaking engagements, and any other activities required as part of this program |
| Recording of hours | As an Ambassador you are required to keep an up-to-date log of all hours contributed to the program. This will be in the form of a shared Google document administered by the program coordinator. Additionally, you are required to submit your timesheets regularly for all activities that you have participated in. |
| Attendance at training and workshops | Attendance at all training throughout the year is compulsory. It is your responsibility to ensure you are able to fulfil the requirements of the program. |
| Attendance at Open Day | Attendance at Open Day is compulsory. |
Key Dates
2027 Science Student Ambassadors
| Applications open | November 2026 |
| Applications close | Friday 12 March 2027 at 5pm |
| Applicants short-listed and notified | Monday 15 - Wednesday 17 March 2027 |
| Interviews undertaken (if required) | Monday 22 - Wednesday 24 March 2027 |
| Applicants notified of outcome | Thursday 25 March 2027 |
| Induction and welcome dinner | Monday 5 April 2027 |
| Course advice and communicating with future students training | Monday 26 or Tuesday 27 April 2027 |
| Science precinct tour training | Thursday 24 or Friday 25 June 2026 |
| Open Day | Sunday 1 August 2027 |
| Change of preference | Mid December - TBC |
| Thank you and farewell event | Late November - TBC |
How to Apply
Eligibility:
Students who are enrolled in Clayton based Science single or double degree courses and who have attended at least one year at Monash University are eligible to apply. You must be available to participate in the program for the full duration of the academic year.
Selection will be based on the following:
- Past contribution to, and involvement in, university/community activities
- Responses to selection questions in the application form
- Interview (if required) for short-listed applicants only
- This program is open to students in second year and above.
Contact Us
Please email sci-futurestudents@monash.edu if you have any questions.