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Student Ambassadors will play an essential role in inspiring the next generation of Computer Science students, both at home and overseas. Find out how you can join the team.
Thank you for your interest in the scheme. However, applications for all Computer Science Student Ambassador schemes for 2024 are now closed.
Are you enjoying your studies in the Computer Science Department at UCL? Then why not apply for our brand-new Student Ambassador scheme?! All current undergraduate and postgraduate students are eligible to apply, whether you recently started or have been in the Department for a while.
Our team of Student Ambassadors will play an essential role in inspiring the next generation of Computer Science students, both at home and overseas. The Computer Science Student Ambassador Schemes are an opportunity to develop a wide range of transferable skills, including public speaking, content creation, customer service and communication. The scheme also offers the chance to gain valuable experience working on projects and events. These varied experiences will also enhance your CV.
The hours are flexible to suit your individual study timetable, and you'll receive training to help you in your role and receive support throughout your time as a Computer Science Student Ambassador. The hourly rate for all Computer Science Ambassadors is £14.28 (plus £2.67 holiday pay).
There are three different Student Ambassador teams, and you can apply for more than one:
Digital Student Ambassador
Do you love social media and creating content for platforms like Instagram, TikTok, X, and YouTube? The Digital Student Ambassador role enables students who enjoy creating content and engaging on social media to get paid for what they love.
We are looking for creative, social media-savvy individuals who will create a range of different content to offer support, encouragement and advice to prospective students and their families. The role will be varied and requires you to reflect on different elements of student life, including how you decided to study your chosen degree, what the realities of studying a Computer Science degree are and responding to Q&A from enquiring students.
Key activities will include:
- Producing video content, written content (blogs) and photography to showcase your degree and life as a Computer Science student.
- Collaborating with the Computer Science Communications and Marketing Team by proactively pitching content ideas.
- Discuss and share your education experience, acting as a positive and enthusiastic UCL role model for Higher Education and student life.
- Deliver consistently high levels of communication and customer service with prospective students.
If you want to become a Digital Student Ambassador, the application deadline was Friday, 2 February 2024. Interviews (online) are expected to take place between 8 and 16 February. You will need to attend a (paid) training session if your application is successful. If you have any questions about this scheme, don't hesitate to contact Michelle McGrath, Student Recruitment Marketing Manager, at michelle.mcgrath@ucl.ac.uk.
Student Ambassador
Computer Science Student Ambassadors support the work of Computer Science's Communications and Marketing team, particularly around Student Recruitment. Activities are varied and include:
- Assisting with Open Days - both virtually and on-campus.
- Giving presentations in schools and colleges about your Computer Science experience.
- Representing Computer Science at Higher Education Fairs.
- Taking part in on-campus events for local schools/colleges and prospective postgraduate students.
- Marketing activities - writing blogs, etc
- Responding to student enquiries via our online messaging service, Unibuddy.
Unibuddy is a platform embedded on UCL's website, enabling prospective students to chat with you. You can access the platform via an app, so think of it a bit like WhatsApp. As a current student, you know more than most about what prospective students are going through and how valuable it can be to speak to someone who has been through a similar process. Via Unibuddy, you can give students a genuine insight into your student experience and provide much-needed reassurance. You will usually spend 1-2 hours per week working on the platform, and we would expect you to do the following:
- To answer questions from students about study, life and your experience at UCL and within the Computer Science department.
- To help students find the correct information and contact details for particular departments and/or people at UCL.
- To check your account daily and answer questions in a timely manner.
- To keep conversations going and build up a friendly relationship with students.
- Opportunity to create blogs and vlogs about life with the Computer Science department, which are hosted on the Unibuddy platform.
We're looking for enthusiastic and confident students keen to share their Computer Science experience with prospective students and their families.
If you want to become a Student Ambassador, the application deadline was Friday, 2 February 2024. Interviews (online) are expected to take place between 8 and 16 February. You will need to attend a (paid) training session if your application is successful. If you have any questions about this scheme, please get in touch with Michelle McGrath, Student Recruitment Marketing Manager, at michelle.mcgrath@ucl.ac.uk.
Outreach Ambassador
The Computer Science Outreach Team work to widen higher education access for underrepresented groups. To do this, they work with numerous organisations, schools, communities and students of all ages (Pre- and Post-16). As well as increasing diversity, the scheme aims to improve inclusivity and raise awareness of the UCL Computer Science Department courses and research.
The Outreach team would not be able to carry out all these activities without amazing mentors and is now looking to recruit Outreach Ambassadors. The role is varied and will involve delivering presentations, leading workshops, visiting schools to talk about the Computer Science Department, supporting young students and ensuring events and projects are delivered effectively.
If you want to become an Outreach Ambassador, the application deadline was Friday, 2 February. Interviews (online) are expected to take place between 5 and 9 February. You will need to attend a (paid) training session if your application is successful. If you have any questions about this scheme, please contact Prof. Elaine Pimentel, e.pimentel@ucl.ac.uk.
International students are encouraged to apply for any of the above roles. However, please be aware that if you hold a student visa, you are only permitted to work a total of 20 hours per week during term time, including any work undertaken as an ambassador.