Are you passionate about STEM? You could help shape the STEM leaders of the future.
- Are you passionate about what you study and the benefits of a career in STEM?
- Do you love being a QUT student and are happy to promote QUT?
- Are you a confident and experienced presenter?
- Do you enjoy learning and in turn teaching new concepts to others?
- Are you a professional who is keen to develop relationships with other QUT staff and academics?
Join an award-winning team creating the STEM leaders of the future.
We are recruiting new undergraduate students to be part of the STEM for Schools program where you can be a part of our mission to share the importance of STEM skills and careers to prospective students, who are just like you once were.
We are particularly interested in applications from students studying Information Technology, Maths, Physics with an Astro minor, Biology and Ecology. Students in double degrees and students who have a creative or entrepreneurial flair are also sought after.
QUT’s commitment to STEM
Every year, more than 10,000 students from primary and high schools across QLD and northern NSW participate in QUT’s STEM learning development programs. Through school and campus visits, students get an up-close look into how STEM can impact their studies and career initiatives. Our STEM for Schools program is the face of on-campus STEM activities and we are currently hiring casual ambassadors to assist us in 2020.
Why be a STEM Ambassador?
You can be a part of our mission to share the importance of STEM skills and careers to high school students.
As a STEM Student Ambassador, you will assist in the presentation and delivery of the STEM for Schools workshops program; whilst supporting large multi-school event days; keeping up-to-date with skills and training; and potentially assisting with the development of new STEM program resources.
The benefits to students to undertake a STEM Ambassador role include:
- inspiring the next generation of STEM leaders
- developing your communication skills and graduate capabilities
- enhancing your STEM knowledge and sharing with future students
- developing your professional identity and networks.
How to apply
Applications for the 2020 QUT STEM Student Ambassador Program are now open. Please apply online here Please download the duty statement on the application form. Limited spaces apply for this competitive program so please adhere to application deadlines. No late applications will be accepted.
- Applications close Friday 24th January 2020
- Interviews will be conducted on Friday 7th and Monday 10th February 2020.
More information
Please contact the STEM for Schools team at stem.schools@qut.edu.au
