Student Volunteers

Student Experience Assistant

Activity overview

How is this program run?

This program is running in-person.


What will I do?

As a student experience assistant you will assist in the delivery of the programs run by UOW Pulse.

Your main responsibilities will be to foster relationships with students to instil a sense of community, engagement, connection and inclusivity.

You will have creative input into a comprehensive range of student engagement opportunities and gain first hand experience working within a team and organising volunteers for events both on and off campus. You will be an advocate for the UOW Pulse programs and develop exciting ways to promote opportunities to existing and potential students at UOW.

UOW Pulse delivers several exciting programs tailored to suit all interests including Clubs & Societies, Volunteering Programs, student support initiatives, Wellness Programs, social events and more. Your involvement will provide a wealth of professional and personal skill development, and diversification.


How will I benefit?

You will have access to personal and professional development opportunities in the areas of:

  • Leadership
  • Teamwork
  • Communication
  • Creativity and innovation
  • Volunteer and stakeholder engagement
  • Event and project management 

You will also gain first hand experience in fostering new relationships, develop a deeper understanding of team dynamics and improve your time management skills whilst positively contributing the the UOW campus and wider local community.


How do I apply?

Applications open as positions become vacant, visit UOW Pulse website for more information.


Are there any special requirements for this role?

You must be a current UOW student. Experience as a participant in UOW Pulse programs such as Clubs & Societies and Volunteering programs is preferred.


Minimum requirements for UOWx recognition

To receive UOWx recognition, you must complete the following:

  • An "engaged" student will need to complete a minimum of 20 hours within a calendar year
  • A "highly engaged" student will need to complete a minimum of 60 hours within a calendar year  

For further information

Please visit the UOW Pulse website

Where? When? Time commitment Type Learning Streams
  • Wollongong
  • Autumn Session
  • Spring Session
  • Summer
  • Winter
Average of eight hours per week during session. Hours can be tailored to your timetable.
  • Paid
  • Collaboration and Communication
  • Community and Social Change
  • Innovation and Creativity
  • Leadership