Postgraduate Ambassadors

Our Postgraduate Student Ambassadors help at a variety of events on campus and online. You'll help give a fair and accurate representation of the University from a student perspective – something potential students really value.

This is a flexible position with no fixed hours, paid at £13.52 per hour plus holiday pay and it can easily fit around your study. All we ask is that you commit to work at least ten hours in an academic year.

Applications to be a Postgraduate Student Ambassador open on Monday 21 September 2026.

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Key dates

Applications close: 4 October 2026
Interview dates: 20 and 21 October 2026
Training dates: 18 and 19 November 2026

Eligibility

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

be a current York full-time, part-time or distance learning postgraduate student
have a good understanding of the courses offered at the University, including those outside of their own subject area, and of the University’s facilities and services
have a good knowledge of University of York application procedures for postgraduate programmes
be aware of the barriers faced by people from groups under-represented in higher education
have experience or a thorough understanding of postgraduate education options in the UK
have experience of working as part of a team

Role activities

Postgraduate on-campus events - these include the Masters Taster Day and Campus Tours, where you'll be welcoming visitors and answering their questions, conducting tours and representing the University.
Postgraduate online events - answering questions and sharing your experience on student life at York with prospective postgraduate students.
Digital content creation - working closely with the Marketing Team to write blogs, film vlogs and produce social media content to provide information to prospective students about life and study at York.
Undergraduate Ambassador/Outreach work - assisting with school visits, residentials and visit days.

Role requirements

We expect all Student Ambassadors to:

prioritise Student Recruitment Activity, especially Open Days and Visit Days
have excellent interpersonal and communication skills
be able to communicate effectively with varied audiences
have strong time management and organisational skills
participate enthusiastically in the activities
assist staff in any way asked
use initiative to prevent problems arising and deal with them when they occur
be a positive role model for prospective students
provide helpful insight into university life at the University of York
share your own experiences of being a student, in particular drawing upon your own background in an honest and supportive manner
be reliable and punctual
participate fully in all training sessions and briefings for tasks.

Skills you'll develop

Communication: talking to a range of people on a one-to-one basis or in large groups
Team work: working collaboratively with other Ambassadors and University staff
Content creation and digital skills: working closely with the Marketing Team to write blogs, produce vlogs and social media content that is engaging, interesting and accessible.
Social and cultural awareness: meeting and working with people from a range of backgrounds
Problem-solving: answer specific questions about university life and postgraduate study, thinking on your feet and finding the best answers and solutions
Public speaking and presentation: giving campus tours, speaking at open days and student panels, answering questions, and potentially presenting about university life.
Networking: the opportunity to meet prospective students, current students and university staff through events, talks and online chats and developing professional relationships.

For help in presenting your skills and experiences in job or course applications, visit the Applying for jobs pages.