Job Description:
- Are you a current student looking for casual work in 2027?
- Have you completed an overseas exchange or other international experience?
- Do you want to help other students embark on their own global journey while building valuable professional experience?
Kōrero mō te tūranga – About the role
Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington is currently recruiting for motivated and enthusiastic students to join us as Global Engagement Student Assistants on a casual basis from January until December 2027.
As a Global Engagement Student Assistant, you'll play an important role in helping students learn about the Global Exchange programme and other international opportunities.
You may be involved in:
- Supporting information sessions, drop-ins, orientation activities, and exchange fairs.
- Engaging with students and answering general questions about global opportunities.
- Sharing your own international experience and acting as a student ambassador.
- Creating content for social media and promotional campaigns.
- Assisting with events, photography, student stories, and marketing activities.
- Providing administrative support to the Global Engagement team as required.
Hours are flexible and typically involve a few hours most weeks, with additional opportunities to work during busy periods and events.
Ō pūmanawa – About you
We're looking for someone who:
- Is currently enrolled at Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington.
- Has completed an overseas exchange, study abroad programme, international internship, or other significant international experience.
- Enjoys connecting with and supporting other students.
- Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Is reliable, organised, and proactive.
- Enjoys working in a diverse and multicultural environment.
- Is comfortable using social media and digital communication tools.
Additional language skills and experience in student leadership programmes or student ambassador roles would be an advantage.
Role Description: Click here to see further information, including salary details.
If this link is not available, click 'apply' to view this on the University careers page.
Close date for vacancy: 15 November 2026.
Contact details for vacancy: If you have any questions regarding this role please get in touch with Angie Serrao (angie.serrao@vuw.ac.nz).
How to apply: Please ensure you are applying for this role directly on our careers page and not via email. Candidates must submit supporting documents along with their resume, such as a cover letter. Applicants who do not have residency or citizenship and require a visa to work at the University must clearly indicate their visa status in their application and understand that if they do not have a current, relevant visa, they will need to secure this independently.
About Us
Mō Te Herenga Waka - About Our University
Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington is renowned for its high-quality research and exceptional teaching. We attract people from around the world. Our university campus spans Te Whanganui-a-Tara Wellington - the creative, scientific and political centre of Aotearoa New Zealand - and our students thrive on the connections we have made here.
Explore the many benefits of working at Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington. Find out where you fit in our strategic direction and learn more about our research expertise.
Posted:
27/10/2026