The Science Ambassador Team volunteers at all of our Open House events. If you're interested in becoming a Science Ambassador, applications typically open in the Spring Term.
Join a team that has great chemistry (and biology, and physics......)
Science ambassadors are a group of over 85 Science undergraduate student volunteers who represent the Faculty of Science and the University of Waterloo at several recruitment events throughout the year. Ambassadors answer questions about Waterloo Science, offer their personal perspectives on what it’s like to be a current student, and ultimately, help future students decide if the Faculty of Science is a good fit for them. Ambassadors have a powerful impact; with compassion, tact, and intelligence, they help future students make the most important decisions of their lives.
The role
The Science Ambassador training program gives you key responsibilities and an official title to put on your resume.
Successful applicants will:
- Attend required training and team-building sessions (once per term) to become experts, capable of answering parent and future student questions about Waterloo Science.
- Guide Science tours for prospective students and their families, to show off our Science buildings and facilities while sharing the student experience.
- Write personalized hand written congratulations/celebratory notes to admitted students.
- Participate during on- and off-campus recruitment events as program booth representatives, science tour guides, and student panel members.Recruitment Events include Ontario Universities Fair, Fall Open House, March Break Open House, and You@Waterloo Day.
- Participate in voluntary committees involved in recruitment projects such as event planning, marketing, and future Ambassador hiring.
- Be available to future students, their parents/guardians, and stakeholders for personal contact and shadow opportunities.
Requirements
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Have a helpful and proactive attitude and a passion for initiative
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Have a commitment to attracting the best and outstanding students (leaders in service, academics, social justice, entrepreneurship, etc.) to Waterloo Science!
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Have a thirst for knowledge and a passion for Waterloo Science!
How to apply
All applicants will complete an online application. Successful candidates will be offered an invitation to join the Science Ambassador Team from September-August.
Timeline:
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April/May: applications open
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June: successful candidates added to the team
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August/September: online and in-person training
Your support
The Science Ambassador Team is supported by and accountable to the Science Recruitment Coordinator, Alisia Mar for the Dean of Science Office.
Benefits
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Be part of an enthusiastic team. Science Ambassadors form a close-knit group which meets every term for team building activities.
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Get to know Science faculty and staff. At recruitment events, meet and connect with your profs and others connected with the faculty and the university.
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Share your passion. Showcase your pride for science, your program, and the University of Waterloo and help future students make one of the most important decisions of their lives.
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Be a featured student. Ambassadors are chosen to represent Science in printed materials including the brochure, and the Science websites.
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Meet an EDGE requirement. Complete your 36 volunteer hours per term to meet the requirement to list the Science Ambassador role as one of your volunteer experiences.
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Meet an IDEAL scholar requirement. Science ambassadors can meet the Engagement theme for IDEAL.
Apply to become a Science Ambassador
Please complete and submit the application fully by May 31st, 2025 at 11:59pm.
Learn more about the role, requirements and benefits of becoming a Science Ambassador.
If there are any questions about the application, please contact the Science Recruitment Coordinator, Alisia Mar.