Program Overview
The Curtin College Student Ambassador program is a voluntary program open to all past and current Curtin College students who want to get the most out of their university experience and enhance the experience of others. It is designed to create a rich and supportive community for prospective domestic and international students.
This is a brand new program that aims to give our students professional development opportunities including communications, student engagement, event management and marketing.
Position Roles and Responsibilities
Curtin College Student Ambassadors serve as the College’s brand ambassadors and assist in the marketing and outreach of the College to the community.
You will work with a team of other Student Ambassadors, each with their own specialism, to capture various aspects of student life and share them via social media to potential students and their families for 12-months.
Responsibilities include:
- Research topics of interest to students (eg. Best food on campus, places to visit in Perth, tips on how to find a part-time job etc…)
- Produce authentic video content that meets the needs of our student community for Facebook, Instagram or TikTok
- Answer students’ questions on The Ambassador Platform
- Participate in student engagement activities online or face-to-face
- Participate in photo and video shoot to promote Curtin College
Benefits to Student Ambassadors
- ½ day group training and Professional Development workshops throughout the year, in public speaking, leadership and marketing skills, valued at over $2,000.
- Exclusive Student Ambassador Welcome Pack*
- Opportunity to attend various events and participate in fun activities across Perth, free of charge.
- Opportunity to develop interpersonal and communication skills through conversation with different subjects.
- Marketing, creative and social media skills as the work involves developing and creating stories that are inspiring and engaging.
- Written communication skills through developing and reporting a story
- Organisation, planning and time management skills to be able to fit additional work around your studies whilst being able to meet deadlines
- Developing teamwork and professional skills to work collaboratively with both staff at Curtin College and other Student Ambassadors.
- Professional Development course completion certificates
- Reference letter at the end of the year to include in your resume recognising your contribution to the Curtin College Student Ambassador program.
- Exclusive Student Ambassador events throughout the year.
Eligibility
- Be a past or current student of Curtin College
- Commit to attend a training session
- Commit to the program for 12-months
- Commit to at least 5 missions per month for this program (Missions can include attendance at events, social media responsibilities etc…)
Desirable
- Good social media presence
- Photography skills
- Interest in developing public speaking skills
How To Apply
Please read the Role Description carefully to make sure you meet the program requirements and selection criteria before applying.
There will be a two-stage selection process for the Curtin College Student Ambassador program. Your demonstrated enthusiasm and commitment throughout the application process will be taken into account.
1. Online Application
You need to complete an online application and submit a short video (2-minutes maximum) on one of the following topics, or choose your own:
- Why did you choose Curtin
- What are the best places to study on campus
- A day in your life
- Why did you choose your field of study
2. Informal chat
The top candidates will be invited to attend an informal chat with the Marketing team to confirm their suitability for the role. Up to 10 students will be selected for the program.
Applications close on 17 April.
