• International | UniSC Sippy Downs, Sunshine Coast
• Professional Level 3, $43.98 per hour plus 12% superannuation
• Casual opportunity

The Opportunity

Be the welcoming face of UniSC for international students. UniSC International is seeking multiple casual International Student Ambassadors to support the University’s engagement, recruitment and operational activities. This role plays a key part in providing authentic peer-to-peer insights and creating positive, welcoming experiences for prospective international students.

As an International Student Ambassador, you will be a first point of contact for prospective international students, delivering front-of-house support, assisting with enquiries, and contributing to events, marketing and student engagement initiatives across UniSC International.

You will

• represent UniSC International in a professional and positive manner across campus, events and digital channels as a key contact for prospective international students;
• deliver engaging campus tours, presentations and storytelling (online and in person) that showcase the UniSC student experience;
• support the delivery of recruitment and engagement events, including set-up, pack-down and on-the-day assistance;
• provide timely and accurate information to prospective international students across multiple channels, including face-to-face, email, CRM, live chat and online platforms;
• contribute to marketing and promotional activities, including student-generated content such as testimonials, social media, videos and webinars;
• assist with administrative and enquiry management tasks supporting international recruitment and conversion activities; and
• build strong relationships with students, staff and external stakeholders to enhance engagement and strengthen the UniSC international community.

About you

You are an approachable, confident and culturally aware student who enjoys engaging with people and representing UniSC in a positive and professional way. You are comfortable working in a dynamic environment, managing competing priorities, and contributing to both independent and team-based work.

You will possess:

• Current enrolment as an international student at a UniSC Queensland campus, or prior participation in an approved UniSC Global Learning program (e.g. exchange or short-term study tour).
• Experience in a customer-focused environment, with a demonstrated commitment to delivering high-quality service and support.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with people from diverse cultural backgrounds.
• Well-developed digital literacy skills, including confidence using communication platforms, CRM systems and online engagement tools.
• The ability to exercise initiative, manage competing priorities and contribute effectively within a collaborative team environment.
• Experience supporting promotional, engagement or ambassador activities, or the ability to represent UniSC professionally across events, campus activities and digital channels.

Desirable: Proficiency in a language other than English, particularly one relevant to UniSC's key international markets.

UniSC is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, women in STEM, First Nations Peoples, and individuals of diverse cultures, genders, abilities, and experiences. We value achievement relative to opportunity and encourage your commentary on your achievements in this context. For additional support during the application process, please contact us at unisc-careers@usc.edu.au or call +61 7 5430 2830.

UniSC values a diverse and talented workforce and invites applications from candidates who already have legal work rights in Australia.

All applications must be lodged through our website. To apply please visit our website at: Careers at UniSC

UniSC does not accept unsolicited applications. For agency inquiries, contact unisc-careers@usc.edu.au

Applications for this position close midnight, Sunday 21 June 2026.  

Your completed application must include:

• a resume, noting your application will be reviewed in alignment to the specified selection criteria as outlined within the job advertisement. There will be opportunity within the application form to also include supporting documentation should you wish.

We will be reviewing applications and contacting suitable candidates throughout the duration of this advertisement. We strongly encourage you to submit your interest as soon as possible.

Further information regarding how to prepare your application is available on our website: Join our team

We would love the opportunity to get to know you better, but we know it works both ways. To get to know a little more about us, visit us at: Welcome to UniSC and LinkedIn Life

Have questions or want to know more? For a confidential discussion, please contact:

Georgina Hooper
Manager, International Marketing and Communications
Telephone: 07 5456 3188 
Email: ghooper1@usc.edu.au

Discover UniSC

We’re all about doing work that matters, connecting with great people, and being part of an incredible journey. While we’re not the largest university, we are one of the fastest growing in Australia, now with over 2,000 staff across five campuses in South East Queensland and an expanding presence in major capital cities, and we’re making a big impact every day through ground-breaking research, a strong commitment to sustainability, high-performance sport, and award-winning alumni.

We are committed to delivering high-quality research and teaching that address major global and regional challenges, with established and emerging strengths in sustainability, environmental systems, biodiversity, aquaculture, preventative health and regional resilience. Our research excellence is internationally recognised through strong performance in global benchmarking, including leading rankings in the 2025 Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings for “Zero Hunger,” “Climate Action” and “Life on Land.” UniSC is also recognised for its teaching excellence, with a strong emphasis on student success, innovative and engaging learning experiences, and strong graduate outcomes that equip learners to make meaningful contributions in their chosen fields. As the only university operating within three UNESCO Biosphere Reserves and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, UniSC is uniquely positioned to leverage its natural environment to advance impactful research, teaching and partnerships that support sustainable futures, with sustainability embedded across all aspects of our teaching, research and operations.

We foster a collaborative and supportive environment that encourages continuous professional development and provides the tools and resources to grow your career. We value the contributions of every team member and the role they play in our culture and success. We’re not afraid to do things differently, and we’re looking for people who share our values and want to be part of a team working together to make a meaningful difference to local and global challenges. 

Our Culture & Benefits:

• Our collaborative, passionate and welcoming culture is what really sets us apart.
• Modern teaching & research facilities.
• Professional development and career pathway opportunities.
• We are a proud recipient of the prestigious Athena SWAN Bronze Award, granted as part of the Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) initiative.
• EAP, fitness passport & discounted private health.