Living abroad is a life-changing experience, but it can also be daunting. Ease the transition for students venturing overseas by volunteering as a Global Ambassador. Share your experience, hone new skills, and participate in fun events to promote an intercultural community on campus!
About Global Ambassadors
Global Ambassadors are past participants of Go Global programs—such as Exchange, Global Seminars, Summer Abroad, and Research Abroad—who are passionate about international learning. They play a vital role in supporting and inspiring fellow UBC students by sharing their experiences, offering guidance, and helping others feel confident and prepared for their own global journeys.
- Start Date: Late August 2026
- End Date: Late April 2027
- Time Commitment: 2-3 hours per month (flexible)
- Position Type: Volunteer
Role Summary
As a Global Ambassador, you’ll help inspire and prepare fellow UBC students to embark on their own international learning journeys. You'll represent the Go Global program, share your experience, and connect with students through events, social media, and peer support. This is a unique opportunity to grow as a leader, communicator, and intercultural connector on campus.
Key Responsibilities
- Mentor prospective Go Global students by sharing your personal international learning experience.
- Raise campus awareness of Go Global through booths, information sessions and various events.
- Participate in Pre-Departure sessions and serve on peer panels.
- Provide support during application drop-in sessions.
- Co-facilitate Go Global info sessions alongside staff or fellow ambassadors.
- Write a Global Exchange Insider post highlighting your exchange experience for Go Global’s website and social media.
- Engage with students on the Go Global UBC Pre-Departure Canvas Modules by answering questions and sharing insights.
- Lead campus tours for visiting partner institutions when needed.
- Current UBC Vancouver students who will be enrolled during the 2026-27 academic year
- Students who have participated in a Go Global program (e.g., Exchange, Summer Abroad, Research Abroad, Global Seminars)
- Applicants who have completed the Go Global Student Report will receive priority consideration in the selection process. Completion of the report demonstrates engagement with the exchange experience and a commitment to supporting future students. Please note that the content of your Student Report will not be evaluated as part of the Global Ambassador selection process. We value honesty and reflection in the report itself, and applicants are not expected to tailor or revise their report for this role.
- Enthusiasm for international learning and student experience
- Willingness to share personal experiences to benefit others
- Interest in developing leadership, facilitation, and communication skills
- Open, inclusive, and effective communicator with diverse student audiences
- Strong initiative and creativity for planning events and activities
- Dependable, responsible, and team-oriented
- Comfortable giving and receiving feedback in a constructive manner
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Note: Additional training and responsibilities may be assigned based on program needs.
- Public speaking and facilitation experience
- Intercultural communication and awareness
- Event planning and organizational skills
- Social media and digital marketing experience
- Peer-to-peer mentoring and teamwork experience
- Networking with students and staff across campus
- Reference letters for ambassadors who demonstrate outstanding leadership and contribution
2026-27 Applications
Excited to get involved?
Applications for the 2026–2027 Global Ambassador volunteer team will open on May 4, 2026! This is a great opportunity to share your international experience, connect with globally minded peers, and support UBC’s vibrant exchange and study abroad community. The application deadline is June 1, 2026, at noon (GMT)
