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GUEST Promoter x5 - UofG, Glasgow University Environmental Sustainability Team (GUEST)

Fri, 01 May 2026 08:23:09 GMT

Employer Name: UofG, Glasgow University Environmental Sustainability Team (GUEST)
Details: This role is for 10-12 hours a week for 48 weeks during the 2026/27 academic year. Promoters will be contracted to work up to 300 hours over the course of their contract, which will start on 1st August 2026 and terminate on 31st July 2027.The role is open to all current undergraduate and postgraduate taught students who will be returning to study for the 2026/27 academic year.About UsGUEST is a student-led initiative to improve the environmental practice of University of Glasgow by engaging with staff and students through events, campaigns and knowledge-share.As a staff branch overseen by Estates and Commercial Services, GUEST is a representative on the Sustainability Working Group Committee, which guides University sustainable practices and strategies.The team consists of 3 coordinators, 8 promoters and a bike mechanic. Each promoter leads one of the 8 individual branches. It is up to the individual promoter and their initiative to determine suitable events and goals as well as manage their yearly projects, with support from the coordinator overseeing their branch. The branches are as follows:Biodiversity - help Estates Department to increase wildlife spaces and conservation on campus, engage with the Biodiversity Working Group to support initiatives related to biodiversity on campus, collaborate with Gardener to run events in GUEST’s green spaces.Gardener - engage with the Viewfield Lane and Wildlife gardens on campus to increase student awareness and interaction with gardening and green spaces. This requires hosting in person garden sessions weekly during term time and guiding a team of garden volunteers.Sustainable Food and Waste- work with GUEST coordinators and the Eco-Hub Manager to manage Student2Student Essentials, host swap-shop events at the Eco-Hub, promote awareness of sustainable food choices, work with university services to promote the implementation of sustainable food and waste practices.Sustainable Labs – work with the Sustainable Lab Adviser and laboratories across campus to raise awareness and increase engagement with the Laboratory Efficiency Assessment Framework. Engage staff and students in sustainable lab practices, run events and workshops to inform staff and students about S-Labs, and encourage labs to enrol in LEAF.Sustainable Transport - campaign for improved active travel infrastructure around campus and the West End, facilitate the Bike Hub repair station on a weekly basis along with the Bike Mechanic, encourage students and staff to use public transport and active travel, organise social bike rides, prepare bike route information material.Graphic Designer - use design software to provide marketing material for GUEST events and initiatives and communicate the work of GUEST to the University community and beyond.Community Engagement – support other branches in engaging the local community in their events and projects, work in partnership with local organisations to improve sustainability in Glasgow, organise events and workshops to promote sustainable practices. Engage with local schools across Glasgow to organise workshops and events around sustainability.Student and Staff Engagement - Work to engage the University community in sustainability practices, Organise Glasgow Goes Green Festival, a yearly festival promoting sustainable practices in Glasgow, as well as other events. Previous projects have included People’s Climate Assemblies, a Climate Cafe, a Book and Film Club and informative panels.For a general overview, see GUEST’s website: http://www.gla.ac.uk/services/estates/sustainability/guest/For current projects and events please go to:Our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/UofGGUESTOur LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/glasgow-university-environmental-sustainability-team/Our Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/uofgguest/Our TikTok page: https://www.tiktok.com/@uofgguestWhen applying, please use the ‘Additional Information’ box to indicate which of the branches you wish to apply to. List at least one branch (you can list up to a maximum of three). We will try and match you to a branch most suitable to your skills and interests.Role DescriptionContribute to GUEST projects at the University of Glasgow, thus helping to foster a culture of sustainability within the university community.Main Duties and Responsibilities:1. Work towards improving environmental sustainability on campus in relation to your appointed branch, by organising events, running campaigns and conducting research into current sustainability practices.2. Take ownership of your branch’s projects, targets and initiatives for the full year in line with the organisation’s overall strategic vision, with the support and guidance given by the project coordinator and Eco-Hub Manager.3. Attend GUEST meetings and ensure smooth communication with the project coordinator, Eco-Hub Manager and the general team to establish a committed and integrated team approach within the organisation.4. Carry out administrative tasks specific to individual GUEST projects throughout the length of placement.5. Provide regular branch progress and learning development reports with the project coordinator, with a view to collate a handover report at the end of placement.6. Support other branches in their campaigns and projects, contributing to the GUEST ethos of creativity, diversity, openness and commitment to campus sustainability.7. Professionally represent the university when attending meetings, both on and off campus.8. Follow existing processes and guidance to ensure that hours worked are logged for the coordinator to review.Requirements:Promoters will be contracted to work up to 300 hours over the course of their contract, which will start on 1st August 2026 and terminate on 31st July 2027.Promoters will be responsible for managing their own time, in collaboration with the rest of the team and their coordinator, depending on the work and projects that need to be done at different points in the year.There is a presumption that GUEST staff will work 10-12 hours per week of term-time, with additional hours to be worked at their discretion. This presumption is flexible, recognising that as students, staff may not be able to work as many hours at certain points of the year. Some work may be done over the summer to prepare for the beginning of the academic year.GUEST adopts a flexible position on remote working, so promoters will be expected to work in a blended manner remotely and on campus.Please note that only enrolled full-time and part-time students are eligible.
Salary Range: £20,001 - £25,000
Closing Date: Fri 15 May 2026

Eco-Hub Assistants x2 - UofG, Glasgow University Environmental Sustainability Team (GUEST)

Fri, 01 May 2026 08:17:20 GMT

Employer Name: UofG, Glasgow University Environmental Sustainability Team (GUEST)
Details: This role is for 4-6 hours a week for 40 weeks during the 2026/27 academic year. Eco-Hub Assistants will be contracted to work a minimum of 150 hours over the course of their contract, which will start on September 1st, 2026, and terminate on 30th June 2027. The role is open to all current undergraduate and postgraduate taught students who will be returning to study for the 2026/27 academic year.About UsThe Eco-Hub is a social café space that promotes sustainability on the Gilmorehill campus. The space is open to staff, students and the wider community. The Eco-Hub offers services that benefit both people and the planet and aims to supports people through the cost-of-living crisis by offering free or low-cost goods and services. The Eco-Hub hosts Student2Student Essentials year-round, students can obtain free homeware and stationery as well as donate their second-hand items.The Eco-Hub hosts a permanent swap-shop where you can swap your clothes for free or pay as little as £2.50 for pre-loved clothes. The Eco-Hub sells tea & coffee for 50p a cup when you bring your own mug. The Eco-Hub also hosts regular activities such as bike repair sessions, clothing repair sessions, plant swaps and sustainable crafting.The Eco-Hub is also a space for connection and works as a meeting point for staff, students and the wider community to come together to discuss and build a more sustainable world. The Eco-Hub is on Level 2 of the Boyd Orr building and is open 9.30AM-5PM from Monday to Fridays.For a general overview, see GUEST’s website: http://www.gla.ac.uk/services/estates/sustainability/guest/For current projects and events please go to:Our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/UofGGUESTOur LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/glasgow-university-environmental-sustainability-team/Our Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/uofgguest/Our TikTok page: https://www.tiktok.com/@uofgguestRole DescriptionDepending on the day and what activities are taking place at the Eco-Hub, you may be involved in the following:1. Opening and closing the Eco-Hub. Ensuring security measures are taken at the beginning and closing of operating hours.2. Receiving donations from the public (clothes, homeware, books etc), sorting and ensuring these are either stored or disposed of properly.3. Providing friendly and efficient customer service. This will include having a welcoming and friendly attitude, informing customers about activities at the Eco-Hub and providing appropriate help when needed.4. Arranging and organising displays at the Eco-Hub – this could include the clothes at the Swap Shop, homeware for the Student2Student Essentials offerings, leaflets and books in the Resource Library and plants in the Plant Swap.5. Overseeing event happenings, this includes supporting the set up and take down of events in the space. For example, this could include setting up a sewing session or supporting the setup of an evening time film screening with a student society.6. Taking account of daily targets such as attendance and totals earned, then updating our systems to reflect this data. Pulling together reports on data7. Take requests for event bookings from student groups and work with the Eco-Hub manager to ensure all details relating to events are properly documented.8. Encouraging customers to fill out questionnaires so the Eco-Hub can have accurate data, then feedback any useful information recorded to the Eco-Hub manager.9. Operate a till system, process card payments, and handle returns and exchanges.10. Preparing the coffee and tea station for customers.11. Representing the Eco-Hub and promoting events and activities at the Eco-Hub like the Bike Hub and sustainable workshops.12. Following procedures like cleaning schedules, safety regulations, and other precautions and requirements.13. Always engaging in appropriate behaviour and representing the Eco-Hub in a positive light.14. Working with Eco-Hub volunteers to ensure the day to day running of the space is successful, this may involve keeping volunteers informed about Eco-Hub happenings and adding items to the volunteer to do-list.Requirements:• Eco-Hub Assistants will be contracted to work a minimum of 150 hours over the course of their contract, which will start on September 1st, 2026, and terminate on 30th June 2027.• Eco-Hub Assistants will report to the Eco-Hub Manager and will work with the manager to create a suitable working schedule that will depend on the Eco-Hub assistant’s availability. There is a presumption that Eco-Hub assistants will work approximately 4-6 hours per week during term-time.• This presumption is flexible, recognising that as students, you may not be able to work as many hours at certain points of the year. This is not a remote working position and will require being in-person on campus for your working hours.• Please note that only enrolled full-time and part-time UG and PGT students are eligible.
Salary Range: £20,001 - £25,000
Closing Date: Fri 15 May 2026

Student Content Creator Intern x2 - UofG, College of Arts & Humanities

Mon, 11 May 2026 15:18:52 GMT

Employer Name: UofG, College of Arts & Humanities
Details: This opportunity is open to 3rd and 4th year undergraduate students from the College of Arts & Humanities. This internship is 50 hours in total and contracts can start as soon as appointment arrangements can be made but must end before 31 July 2026. Job PurposeThe College of Arts & Humanities is recruiting two Student Content Creators (50 hours each) to produce engaging, authentic digital content for our social media channels, including YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram.This is a hands-on content creation internship focused on undergraduate student life at the University of Glasgow, showcasing what makes both the University and the city of Glasgow an exceptional place to study Arts & Humanities.Working as a student ambassador and creator, you will help bring the student experience to life through short-form video, photography, and written content, supporting the College’s digital marketing and recruitment activity across UK and international audiences.Main Duties and ResponsibilitiesCreate and edit engaging photo and video content for the College of Arts & Humanities, including Reels, TikToks, YouTube Shorts, vlogs, and other social-first formats.Produce authentic, student-led content that showcases the student experience and highlights the benefits of studying Arts & Humanities at the University of Glasgow, as well as Clearing and UCAS-focused content.Support on-the-ground content creation, including filming short interviews, capturing student testimonials, and documenting events and day-to-day campus life.Collaborate with College staff and other University of Glasgow Student Content Creators to contribute ideas and help shape ongoing social media and digital content strategy.Engage with Arts & Humanities students to gather insights and ensure all content is genuine, relevant, and representative of the student experience.Work closely with the College’s Marketing & Communications Team to ensure all content aligns with brand guidelines, recruitment priorities, and strategic messaging.Training ProvidedThe successful student will receive training in content creation, including video filming, editing, and photography techniques tailored for social media and digital platforms. They will also be introduced to the University’s brand guidelines and key messaging frameworks to ensure consistency across all content.In addition, training will be provided on relevant editing software and content management tools used by the College.The role will offer insight into social media strategy, audience engagement, and content planning, developed through close collaboration with marketing colleagues. Ongoing mentorship and support will be provided to help build skills, confidence, and professional experience throughout the internship.
Salary Range: £25,001 - £30,000
Closing Date: Mon 25 May 2026

International Student Mobility Intern - UofG, College of Social Sciences

Mon, 11 May 2026 15:22:19 GMT

Employer Name: UofG, College of Social Sciences
Details: This role will be for one year, working seven hours per week. This role is open to undergraduate students from the College of Social Sciences.The RoleTo contribute to increasing awareness of International Mobility opportunities and encouraging maximum student engagement in the College of Social Sciences. To encourage participation and to support the day-to-day management of the International Mentor Scheme, the GlasGOw Global Award Scheme and the college pre-departure workshops. To collaborate with the CoSS International Co-ordinator in delivering targeted communications promoting the full range of mobility options via email and social media to students across the College of Social Sciences. To contribute to the organisation and running of marketing and information events, including online events, in the College.Main Duties & ResponsibilitiesTo support the day-to-day running of the International Mentor Scheme, proactively communicating with participants and organising events for incoming and outgoing students. To support incoming visiting students prior to and during their placement to the College, through their involvement with the International Mentor Scheme.To communicate with students regarding the GlasGOw Global award scheme and to support accurate data capture and certification associated with gaining the award.Contribute to the organisation and running of International Mobility marketing online and face-to-face events to fellow students in the College of Social Sciences.To liaise with the International Co-ordinator to ensure the successful organisation and accurate minuting of college pre-departure workshops.Collaborate with the CoSS International Co-ordinator in promoting, via email and social media, the full range of College student mobility opportunities, from short term International Experiences to full year Study Abroad. Taking responsibility for receiving and responding to enquiries from/to students, and using initiative and judgement to decide when to pass these on, or to involve others, in order to provide an effective service.Collaborate as an active member of the CoSS International Team and contribute to College-wide initiatives as required.Job FeaturesPlanning and OrganisingTo manage and plan own day-to-day projects and tasks according to clear verbal and written instructions and guidelines from internship supervisor.Plan and organise clearly defined workload and tasks effectively and efficiently, completing tasks within reasonable time constraints.Work with the Mobility Co-ordinator, College Office staff and University Service staff to plan social media activity and mobility events.Decision MakingResponsible for identifying issues affecting the progress of social media projects and mobility events, and able to take immediate corrective action and communicate issues to the Mobility Co-ordinator in a timely and coherent fashion.Internal/external relationshipsMaintaining good communication with key members of staff within the University and students is required for this post. Relationships with the Mobility Administrator and Intern team are also essential for good teamwork. Communications with external and internal contacts are conducted by e-mail, telephone and in person as necessary and appropriate.InternalWeekly contact with the CoSS Mobility Co-ordinator to ensure projects are running effectively and smoothly.Participate in meetings with broader CoSS Mobility Intern team to report on progress, plans and initiatives.Develop contacts with key admin and support staff (eg.GoAbroad Team) to create good relationships for promotion and communication of social media and events-related activity.Liaise with other university colleagues as required.Problem solvingReceive and respond to enquiries from/to students and internal staff contacts, judging when to pass on to the Mobility Co-ordinator, to provide an effective service.Resolution of common issues, within and according to guidance and supervision provided by the Mobility Co-ordinator, referring complex problems to the Mobility Convenor as appropriate
Salary Range: £25,001 - £30,000
Closing Date: Mon 25 May 2026

Student Marketing Assistant Intern - UofG, College of Arts & Humanities

Mon, 11 May 2026 15:23:18 GMT

Employer Name: UofG, College of Arts & Humanities
Details: This opportunity is open to Postgraduate Taught and Postgraduate Research Marketing student only from the Adam Smith Business School. This internship is 120 hours in total, and must be completed by the end of July 2026.Job PurposeThe College of Arts & Humanities is recruiting a Student Marketing Assistant to undertake project-based work to support international student recruitment and conversion marketing activities.This is an opportunity to apply marketing skills and strategies to plan and produce engaging, authentic digital content for appropriate channels, including social media, to solve challenges. You will use audience insights and knowledge of platforms and trends to support delivery of effective solutions.This is a hands-on internship focused on promoting the University of Glasgow to international audiences, showcasing what makes both the University and the city of Glasgow an exceptional place to study Arts & Humanities.You will work closely with the Marketing & Communications Manager and help to support the College’s digital marketing and recruitment activity for international audiences.Main Duties and ResponsibilitiesEngage with a project brief and use marketing skills and strategies to plan, produce, and schedule activity for digital channels.Apply insights and trends to engage specific target audiencesUse and where required create and edit engaging photo and video content for the College of Arts & Humanities, including Reels, TikToks, YouTube Shorts, vlogs, and other digital-first formats, as suited to the audience.Produce authentic content that showcases the student experience and highlights the benefits of studying Arts & Humanities at the University of Glasgow.Support and collaborate with the College of Arts & Humanities Marketing & Communications teamEngage with Arts & Humanities students or graduates to gather insights, create content, ensuring all content is genuine, relevant, and representative of the student experience.Work closely with the College’s Marketing & Communications Team to ensure all content aligns with brand guidelines, recruitment priorities, and strategic messaging.Training ProvidedThe successful student will be introduced to the University’s brand guidelines and key messaging frameworks to ensure consistency across all work. The role will offer insight into paid and unpaid media strategy, audience engagement, and content planning, developed through close collaboration with marketing colleagues. Ongoing mentorship, feedback, and support will be provided to help build skills, confidence, and professional experience throughout the internship.
Salary Range: £25,001 - £30,000
Closing Date: Mon 25 May 2026

Diploma in Professional Legal Practice Intern - UofG, School of Law

Mon, 11 May 2026 15:20:53 GMT

Employer Name: UofG, School of Law
Details: This role is full time, for 12 months, starting in June. This role is only open to those who are completing the Diploma in Professional Legal Practice this year (graduating in June 2026).Job PurposeTo assist in the administration and preparation of materials for the Diploma in Professional Legal Practice ("Diploma”) session 2026/27 and to provide support to the Diploma team within the specified timescale.Main Duties and ResponsibilitiesTo draw on own initiative and judgement in assisting Senior Tutors with the update of course materials and assessments.To take responsibility for proofreading Diploma course materials and for updating and uploading materials on Moodle.To liaise with the Diploma team and take responsibility for creating and maintaining an active social media presence on behalf of the Diploma.Assist the Diploma team with organising events such as Introduction to Professional Practice Week and the Diploma Award Ceremony.To take responsibility for determining short-term priorities and prioritising work within a predetermined plan or schedule to meet project deadlines and appropriate standards, and to assist the Diploma team in planning for the academic session 2026/27.Any other tasks set by the Director or Deputy Director.Job FeaturesDimensions1. Assist in the update of Diploma materials for Diploma courses (five core courses and ten optional courses): liaise with Diploma team including Senior Tutors, draft (under supervision) relevant materials, carry out research into legal developments.2. Proofread Diploma materials: methodically check the materials to ensure there are as few factual, legal or typographical errors as possible.3. Provide feedback to the Diploma team on the Diploma materials and assessments and liaise with them on any suggested improvements.4. Assist in the organisation of upcoming Diploma events such as Introduction to Professional Practice Week, Glasgow Legal Network events and the Diploma Award Ceremony.Planning and OrganisingEffective organisational skills to manage time and prioritise effectively.Respond to queries from Senior Tutors and Diploma team.Plan and organise administrative duties on an ongoing basis.Decision-MakingTake routine decisions as appropriate referring more complex queries to the line manager.Internal/External RelationshipsInternalInternship Supervisor/ Director of Diploma in Professional Legal Practice.Diploma team.Other colleagues within the School of Law/University for arranging events.Interaction with course Senior Tutors who are all practising in the legal profession.ExternalInteraction with the Law Society of Scotland, as necessary.Interaction with other members of the legal profession as necessary, including External Examiners.
Salary Range: £25,001 - £30,000
Closing Date: Mon 25 May 2026

Research Culture and Researcher Development Intern (Events) - UofG, Research and Innovation Services

Tue, 12 May 2026 08:21:18 GMT

Employer Name: UofG, Research and Innovation Services
Details: This role is open to Postgraduate Researchers from all Colleges. The internship will be for 10 months from the start date, with the intern working approximately 12 hours per week. The intern must be available on Monday afternoons.The RoleThe Events Intern sits within the Research Culture and Researcher Development Team (RC&RD), in Research Services and supports selected researcher development events. Duties are related to:Induction: Support the planning and delivery of the twice-yearly PGR Induction Week and quarterly Research Staff half-day inductions.This Research Life: Lead on scheduling the annual This PhD Life and This Postdoc Life peer-to-peer conferences.3MT: Collaborate on the planning, communication, delivery, and post-event of this flagship PGR competition.Research Staff Assembly: Support the coordination of the RSA monthly hybrid briefings and MSTeams.Main Duties & ResponsibilitiesThe Events Intern will:Contribute to the planning, design, promotion, delivery, and evaluation of initiatives that serve the research and researcher community, such as induction programmes, conferences, communities of practice, consultations, or researcher competitions, as directed by the line manager.Contribute to the end-to-end event management of the key RC&RD initiatives detailed in the job purpose. This covers tasks such as event programming; venue booking; liaising with speakers and trainers; creating digital information and promotional materials; collating and circulating event resources; handling participant attendance and communications; supporting events to run smoothly.Maintain accurate data and documentation on initiatives, and contribute to team reporting requirements, for example by compiling delivery, attendance, evaluation, and impact data.Preparing appropriate promotional content, to support a high-quality, recognisable, online identity for RC&RD initiatives. For example, maintaining webpages; updating toolkits; creating branded event materials; and contribute to targeted email and social media campaigns.Contribute to updating, maintaining, and promoting the RC&RD social media presence.Write for the RC&RD Team blog on a scheduled rota.Lead on-campus community activities on a scheduled rota as part of the Walk Talk Connect initiative.Work independently, prioritising and balancing their own workload to ensure initiatives are delivered in a timely manner, bearing in mind the needs of the research and researcher community, the reputation of the team, and their own doctoral studies.Perform other duties as requested, consistent with the grade level of the position and agreeing appropriate prioritisation of work with line management or other relevant stakeholders as needed.
Salary Range: £25,001 - £30,000
Closing Date: Tue 26 May 2026

Communications Intern - UofG Careers, Employability & Opportunity

Wed, 06 May 2026 15:58:05 GMT

Employer Name: UofG Careers, Employability & Opportunity
Details: Exciting new opportunity for 2 Communications Interns, working within the Careers, Employability & Opportunity department.This role is open to all undergraduate students who will be in 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th year, from September 2026. Contract Length: August 2026 - May 2027. No fixed work pattern, flexible to fit around studies, minimum 150 hours over duration of contract.Please note this role starts in August and there will be training and induction time needed that month, so you're ready to hit the ground running at the start of the academic year. If you have any planned holidays for August/September, please detail in the relevant section of the application form.Job PurposeThe Communications Intern (2 posts available) will support the Careers, Employability & Opportunity team in promoting the service to students through engaging, student-informed content and campaigns. This includes highlighting events, Masterclasses, the Student Opportunities Hub internships, and other support across both digital and on-campus channels. The role will also support in-person promotional activities and attend events to capture photos, videos, and student feedback. From supporting pop-up campaigns to creating wrap-up content, the role is hands-on and creative, playing a key part in helping us tell our story and connect with students.Communication Duties Generate ideas for communications plans to promote events, increase student attendance and raise awareness of opportunitiesAssist in the design and creation of content including event promotion and student success storiesAttend key events to capture photos, videos, and student/partner testimonials bringing activity and experiences to lifeWith support produce student-led content that highlights opportunities (e.g. internships, part-time work) and demonstrates their value through real experiencesAssist with any other communications tasks outlines by the Communications Manager and Senior Student Opportunities Coordinator Job FeaturesDimensions The role is a fractional hours contract. We guarantee at least 150 hours of work during the length of the contract (August 2026 - May 2027)Hours of work will be scheduled on the main campus, nearby locations or remotely between Monday-Friday, 09.00-17.00 or as to be agreedEngage as the student voice in communications design and deliveryAttend our virtual and physical events, providing relevant supportPlanning and Organising Plan and organise workload effectively covering various duties and completing them efficiently and accuratelyPlan and organise a varied workload with conflicting priorities drawing on support and guidance as necessaryDecision Making Work with relevant managers to decide on the best course of action when dealing with problems arising from event planning and deliveryTake advice and guidance from relevant managersProblem Solving Report any feedback from students to relevant staff to support ongoing efforts in student engagementInternal/External Relationships Good working relationships are required with students and University staff. Liaise day to day with the Head of Employer Engagement, Communications Manager and Senior Student Opportunities Coordinator
Salary Range: £20,001 - £25,000
Closing Date: Thu 04 Jun 2026

Global Opportunities Intern (x3) - UofG Careers, Employability & Opportunity

Tue, 12 May 2026 13:22:56 GMT

Employer Name: UofG Careers, Employability & Opportunity
Details: The role will involve working an average of 8 hours a week in a team of 3 interns over the course of the academic year.The role will be for circa 9 months, from late August 2026 to end of May 2027. You will work a minimum 100 hours over the duration of the contract with no fixed working pattern.To be eligible for this internship you must be a continuing student in academic year 2026/27 and you must be physically based in the UK. You must be available to start the internship in person. Current PGT students are not eligible to apply and only continuing PhD students are eligible.Job purposeTo support the Study Abroad process by acting as student representative for the international opportunities available at the University of Glasgow and support their promotion.Responsible for answering standard enquiries from students about, and provide administrative support for, the activities of Study Abroad and International Exchange programmes.Main duties & responsibilities1. Act as a first point of contact and source of information for students interested in studying/working abroad as part of their degree. Respond promptly, with accurate and helpful information to enquiries received by email or IT Helpdesk system.2. Assist with the Global Opportunities team's social media presence by contributing to social media, e.g. Moodle; Facebook, Instagram and Wordpress (or equivalent) and monitoring student ambassadors’ blog content.3. Provide information to students about general international opportunities at the University of Glasgow, e.g., take part in Go Abroad fair, Open Day, Subject-specific workshops, class presentations. Providing student perspective at pre-departure event or contributing to publication content.4. Conduct basic directed online research in relation to on-going team projects.5. Compile data to be included on the Go Abroad website and publications, e.g., prepare partner information; compile participant profiles, source pictures on ambassadors’ blogs; prepare pre-departure information for destination countries (e.g. cost of accommodation; useful contacts etc.).6. Organise workshops and informal information sessions where the Global Opportunities team identify there is a business need. This will involve designing the content of the sessions from a student’s perspective whilst incorporating accurate information and useful facts; publicising events using media appropriate to the target audience (e.g. social media); identifying a venue or virtual platform and making all booking arrangements.Job featuresDimensionsThe role will involve working an average of 8 hours a week in a team of 3 interns during the academic year (2 semesters over 36 weeks). Hours of work will be scheduled on the main campus between Monday-Friday, 09.00-17.00.Respond to approx. 400-500 emails relating to international programmes at the University of Glasgow.Attend several events such as Explore Go Abroad and pre-departure sessions with Global Opportunities staff to provide a student perspective on International Exchange programmes.Provide administrative support to plan and prepare international mobility events, documentation and social media presence of the Global Opportunities team.Planning & organisingPlan and organise workload effectively covering various duties and completing them efficiently and accurately.Plan and organise a varied workload with conflicting priorities.Decision makingDeciding on the best course of action when dealing with problems arising from student enquiries and implementing solutions.Internal/External Relationships Good working relationship required with students and University staff.Liaise day to day with Global Opportunities team members and with other interns.Good communication skills to deal with student enquiries in writing or in face-to-face situations.Good presentation skills to enthusiastically promote international opportunities and represent the student perspective on international programmes.
Salary Range: £20,001 - £25,000
Closing Date: Mon 15 Jun 2026