The Faculty of Science is looking for student ambassadors

Göteborgs universitet möter samhällets utmaningar med mångsidig kunskap. 53 300 studenter och 6 500 medarbetare gör universitetet till en stor och inspirerande arbetsplats. Stark forskning och attraktiva utbildningar lockar forskare och studenter från hela världen. Med ny kunskap och nya perspektiv bidrar Göteborgs universitet till en bättre framtid.

The University of Gothenburg meets society’s challenges with diverse knowledge. 53,000 students and 7,000 employees make the university a large and inspiring workplace. Strong research and attractive programs attract researchers and students from all over the world. With new knowledge and new perspectives, the University of Gothenburg contributes to a better future.

APPLY FOR THE WORLD’S BEST JOB!

Do you enjoy meeting new people? Do you want to inspire others to study at the university and choose science? Do you want an extra merit on your CV? Then you should apply for the job as a student ambassador!

As a student ambassador, you present the science subjects at high school fairs, information days and in social media to prospective students. We are looking for you who is studying a program or independent courses with us and who is aiming for a science degree at the University of Gothenburg.

Job Tasks

As a student ambassador, you will be the faculties’ representative during our collaboration and recruitment activities. Your work will mainly include informing prospective students about our courses and programs within science, mathematics and conservation and to talk about what it is like to be a student at the University of Gothenburg. Due to the covid-19 pandemic, this years recruitment activities might take place online through digital fairs, films and live streams on Facebook and our own website. At other times, you might be running our booth at various fairs and talk to interested students during study visits or information days. Depending on the situation during the spring semester, the work may involve visiting schools and meeting students at primary or secondary school level.

Qualifications

You have to be an active student in a natural science subject and must have studied at least one semester at the faculty. Furthermore, it is important that you are outgoing and comfortable talking to people and being visible on the web, in film clips and on social media. You are structured as a person and can convey information in a clear way and find it fun to share your experiences as a student. Great emphasis is placed on personal suitability.

Employment

The employment is an intermittent employment until and including 2022-09-30 where the number of hours varies depending on need. Mostly, we need help during the major study fair periods in October-December and February-March. Placement at the Faculty Office of Science. Start date will be agreed upon individually.

Remuneration

Remuneration of SEK 130 per hour plus holiday pay. The travel time is also reimbursed (for travel outside Gothenburg) according to the same rate. Of course, we pay for travel and overnight stays where applicable. Allowances are also paid for overnight stays. In addition to the compensation, you also get work experience, which is an advantage for future employment. You will also receive a certificate from us for the work you have done.

Appointment procedure

We will interview applicants on an ongoing basis. Therefore – apply soon!

Contact information for the employment

If you have questions about the employment, you are welcome to contact coordinator Elisabeth Zander, elisabeth.zander@science.gu.se , 031-786 98 51

Unions

Union representatives at the University of Gothenburg can be found here: https://www.gu.se/en/work-at-the-university-of-gothenburg/how-to-apply

Application

You apply for the job via the University of Gothenburg’s recruitment portal by clicking on the “Apply” button. You as the applicant are responsible for ensuring that the application is complete in accordance with the advertisement and that it is received by the university no later than the last day for application. Send a personal letter with a short description of yourself and why you want to become a student ambassador (max. 1 A4 page).

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