Student Ambassadors

• Earn money at the rate of £9.50* an hour in a role that’s flexible around your academic studies
• Gain valuable work experience
• Select what type of work you want to do and when
• Gain a variety of useful skills – public speaking, leadership, events organisation and team working
• Gain useful insights into the Higher Education world
• Network and have fun!

*earning correct at time of publishing – June 2021

As a student ambassador, you will perform a vital role in assisting visitors to the University with all aspects of their visit by offering support, encouragement and advice.

On campus:

• Assist at Open Days, Visiting Days and other on-campus events/activities
• Lead Campus Tours
• Meet and greet visitors
• Represent at schools, colleges and HE Fairs
• Act as a positive role for the University

Virtually:

• Online Open Days / Online Applicant Events
• Webinars
• The Student Room
• Live Chat - offer information and advice about Aberystwyth and student life

If you wish to apply for a Student Ambassador role you will need to register for AberWorks and you will also need to meet the Right to Work criteria. More information can be found on the AberWorks website.

Unfortunately, due to the ongoing Coronavirus pandemic, the scheme is closed to new registrants. The situation is being reviewed and any updates can be found on the website.

However, if you are a current student in your 2^nd or 3^rd year or a postgraduate and are registered on the AberWorks system, you are eligible to apply for a role.

You can apply for a student ambassador role with the Marketing and Student Recruitment Team as a Central Ambassador or with your Academic Department as a departmental ambassador.

If you are a current student ambassador and registered on AberWorks, please follow the link below for further information. 

Information for Current Student Ambassadors

If you have any questions or queries about becoming a student ambassador or the scheme itself, please contact events@aber.ac.uk.

If you are interested in being a departmental ambassador, please contact your department co-ordinators for more information.