Become a Student Ambassador

Becoming a Student Ambassador at the University of Westminster is a unique opportunity to represent the university, welcome new students, and gain valuable career skills. While starting or continuing to build your personal brand in a professional setting.

What does a Student Ambassador do?

As a Student Ambassador, your responsibilities are diverse, offering you the chance to participate in a variety of paid activities:

  • Event and operational support: Help at Open Days, student fairs, ad-hoc administrative and creative roles, and other university-led events.
  • Campus tours: Lead campus tours, highlighting university facilities and student life. 
  • Student life presentations: Give talks about your course and university experiences.
  • Peer mentoring: Guide new students through their university transition, offering support during orientation.
  • Marketing and outreach: Represent the university at external events like school visits and higher education fairs, and promotional materials.

Why become a Student Ambassador?

The Student Ambassador Programme offers a wide range of benefits that extend beyond the immediate rewards of the role:

  • Skills development: Develop public speaking, communication, leadership, event, and time management skills to boost your employability. 
  • Networking opportunities: Build connections with staff, industry professionals, and peers, opening doors to different opportunities. 
  • Flexible working hours: Choose shifts that fit your academic schedule, balancing work and study easily. 
  • Financial and recognition rewards: Earn competitive pay with opportunities for added responsibilities as you gain experience.
  • Personal growth: Gain confidence and resilience, tackle new challenges, contributing to your own personal development. 

How to become a Student Ambassador

If you're interested in joining the Student Ambassador Programme, follow these steps:

  • Check eligibility: Ensure you're a current undergraduate or postgraduate student at the University of Westminster. 
  • Selection criteria: Candidates are assessed on their alignment with university values and their interests in the programme.  
  • Group interview: Shortlisted candidates will be invited to group interviews assessing motivation, proactivity, empathy, communication, professionalism, and alignment with university values. 
  • Training: Selected candidates receive training on the Programme structure, university knowledge, and other skills needed to prepare you for the role. 

Apply to become a student ambassador

Applications will be open from Monday 15 September 2025 at 9am and will close on Monday 13 October 2025 at 1pm.

Apply to become a Student Ambassador

FAQs

Do you have a question about the Student Ambassador programme? Find the answer on our FAQs page.

What our ambassadors say

As a Student Ambassador I was able to represent my course in different occasions as well as motivation to complete the employability awards (platinum)and enhance my communication skills and confidence in front crowd.

– Abdeldjouad Chettibi

 

"Being a Student Ambassador has boosted my confidence and communication skills, enabling me to engage comfortably with a wide range of people. These experiences have enhanced my interpersonal abilities and prepared me for professional environments."

- Khimkala Gurung 

 

"The programme has strengthened my leadership, communication, and teamwork skills, while fostering connections with diverse groups. A highlight was creating a “How to Become a Student Ambassador” video, shared on social media to inspire new recruits and showcase the programme’s benefits."

- Kendall Remington 

 

"Getting to know a whole lot of like-minded people – networking, personal and professional development - you are more confident in talking to new people and interacting with large groups of people."

Muhammad Rohail

Contact us

For further details about the Student Ambassador Programme or if you have any questions about the application process, please contact us at .

Our service hours are open from 9am to 5pm from Monday to Friday.

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