Arcada's International Ambassador Programme is for you who are proud of Arcada as your choice of University of Applied Sciences (UAS) and want to share your experiences of studying at the UAS with student prospects.
As a student ambassador, you play a key role in promoting our English-language degree programmes, and the benefits of being an ambassador are many. All ambassadors commit to the ambassadorship for a full academic year.
What does Arcada's student ambassador programme entail?
Arcada’s ambassadors are involved in welcoming student prospects (potential new students) and answering questions about study life at the UAS and in Finland. We always strive to engage a diverse group of students/alumni. The aim of the programme is to attract new applicants to Arcada and to get them to accept their study place offer upon admission. At the same time, as a student ambassador, you will develop several skills and get to know students from different parts of the world.
Why should I become a student ambassador?
The benefits of being an ambassador are many. You get:
- a unique opportunity to influence Arcada's student recruitment and learn about marketing
- to sharpen your presentation skills and/or social media skills
- to expand your professional and social network
- work experience, which is guaranteed to be appreciated by future employers
- an ambassador certificate at your own request
- a 100 euro retainer and one Arcada merch item.
What am I expected to do as a student ambassador in practice?
The international ambassadors act mainly as online ambassadors, but they may also receive visits on campus. Below is a list of examples of what a student ambassador does:
- participates in the kick-off event and training during the autumn
- Unibuddy (answering questions about student life in a chat tool) External link
- represents Arcada at (mostly virtual) events, such as webinars, virtual fairs or online Q&A sessions with newly admitted students
- blog posts
- Instagram takeovers
- hosts visits on Arcada's campus (presentation and campus tour).
The marketing specialist, who coordinates the activities, clearly communicates what tasks you are expected to perform as an ambassador before you commit to becoming an ambassador.
Retainer
As an ambassador, you commit to the programme for one whole academic year. You receive a retainer of 100 euros and one Arcada merch item after completing all the tasks which have been agreed upon beforehand.
How can I become a student ambassador?
Applications are open in the spring and early autumn. Stay tuned on Start/Tuudo! If you are interested, you can also always get in touch with Arcada Communications at any time during the year.