UCD Student Ambassador Programme

UCD Student Ambassador Programme 2018/19

The UCD Student Ambassador Programme provides an opportunity for current UCD students representing various programme areas in UCD to develop leadership, teamwork and communication skills while providing a valuable service to the UCD community and to prospective students from around the world. .

What are the duties of a UCD Student Ambassador?

Provide campus tours of the Belfield campus to prospective students from around the world, visiting academic staff, UCD alumni and other visitors to the university.
Assist with Student Recruitment led events on the Belfield campus such as the UCD Open Day, UCD Summer School, UCD Graduate Open Day and other information evenings and events.
Represent UCD at large external events such as Higher Options, the National Ploughing Championships, Regional Careers Fairs and more.
Provide support to university led events and campaigns while working with units from across UCD.
Act as a point of contact for prospective students looking for information about studying in UCD.
Provide content for the MyUCD Student Blog and Student Recruitment Social Media Accounts.

What are the benefits of becoming a UCD Student Ambassador?

It is a casual part-time paid position in the university.
Students who complete the programme receive a certificate of participation and letter of reference.
Student Ambassadors can attend a number of skills workshops through the academic year.
You gain valuable experience which will look great on your CV such a teamwork, event management and public speaking skills.
You can meet new people from across the university .
Enhanced the UCD student experience and have a positive impact on prospective students’ experiences of UCD.

Who is eligible to become a UCD Student Ambassador?

How can I find out more information about becoming a UCD Student Ambassador?

How can I apply to become a UCD Student Ambassador?

We are currently recruiting for new UCD Student Ambassadors to work with us for the 2018/2019 academic year.

To apply please complete our short application form here.

Please Note: The deadline for the first round of UCD Student Ambassador applications was 20th April 2018. After this date applications may be accepted from mid-summer to fill any remaining places.

Any students who have applied by the 20th April 2018 will be contacted in the coming weeks once the shortlisting process is finalised.

Do you have an event coming up in UCD?

If you are a UCD staff member looking to hire UCD Student Ambassadors for campus tours or to assist at events please email David Corscadden at:

david.corscadden@ucd.ie