Student Ambassador Program

Expression of Interest for 2027 will opening shortly

Study Toowoomba selects up to 6 international students to be Student Ambassadors for Toowoomba each year.

Note that these Student Ambassador roles are voluntary. Study Toowoomba will cover all costs for Student Ambassadors to participate in the Program.

Why apply?

Have you got what it takes to be a Study Toowoomba Student Ambassador? You might be our next Student Ambassador if you have:

A genuine passion for studying and living in Toowoomba; A confident and positive personality; A desire to share your story with the world; A willingness to be more involved in the Toowoomba community; An active social media presence; The ability to step outside your comfort zone and challenge yourself personally and professionally.

About the Role

Being a Study Toowoomba Student Ambassador will complement your current studies while contributing to your personal and professional development. This once-in-a-lifetime opportunity provides the chance for Student Ambassadors to:

- - Build friendships with other international students studying in Toowoomba
  - Participate in unique VIP experiences
  - Attend events with local and international business people and delegations
  - Be part of local community events and activities
  - Represent their country and the Toowoomba international student community
  - Be recognised for their contribution through receiving a certificate and branded shirt

What would I do as a Study Toowoomba Student Ambassador?

As a Study Toowoomba Student Ambassador you’ll get the opportunity to:

Participate in activities organised by Study Toowoomba for the Ambassador team.
Provide 1-2 content pieces per month (content piece to include 2-4 photos and comments/text) for use on the Study Toowoomba social media platforms.
Create 2 blog pieces during the program for the Study Toowoomba website (300-800 words plus 1-2 photos).
Tag Study Toowoomba in relevant Facebook and Instagram posts about your experience in Toowoomba as an international student.

Am I eligible to apply?

To be considered as a Student Ambassador you’ll need to:

Be an international student at a CRICOS registered education institution in Toowoomba
Be living in Toowoomba
Be at least 18 years of age on 1 July 2025

Our 2024-2025

Student Ambassadors

Our Student Ambassadors are exceptional students who are passionate about studying, living, and working in Toowoomba.

By sharing their stories, experiences and involvement with Study Toowoomba, our Student Ambassadors have the opportunity to improve their personal and professional skills, while contributing to the international marketing of Toowoomba as an education destination.

Ambassador - Marta Yufa

Home Country – Indonesia

Marta Yufa chose Toowoomba for its rich agricultural environment and TAFE’s comprehensive courses in Rural Operations and Agribusiness Management. The welcoming community, cultural diversity, and access to beautiful parks and amenities made it an ideal place for her studies.

Ambassador - Pujan Patel

Home Country – India

Pujan Patel chose Toowoomba for its peaceful environment and strong infrastructure, making it the perfect setting to pursue his Bachelor of Information Technology at UniSQ. Alongside his studies, he enjoys organizing cricket matches and exploring the city’s serene parks like Picnic Point and Queens Park.

Ambassador - Akriti Poudel

Home Country – Nepal

Akriti Poudel chose Toowoomba for her Master of Information Systems at UniSQ, drawn by its welcoming environment and the support of her family who had lived there. While balancing work as an Assistant in Nursing, she enjoys camping and hiking in the region, and looks forward to a future career in Business Analytics.

Ambassador - Malvin Ryan Tan

Home Country – Philippines

Malvin Ryan Tan chose Toowoomba for its mix of urban growth and natural beauty, making it the ideal place to pursue his Certificate IV in Cyber Security at TAFE Queensland. With a background in computer engineering, he aims to specialize in cybersecurity while enjoying the city’s scenic trails and vibrant community that remind him of home in the Philippines.

Ambassador - Mariana Mendoza

Home Country – Colombia

Mariana Mendoza chose Toowoomba to pursue her Bachelor of Science at UniSQ due to its strong agricultural ties, supportive international community, and diverse course offerings. Balancing work as a research assistant at Pacific Seeds with her studies, she enjoys hiking, volleyball, and exploring the city’s parks and vibrant social scene in her free time.

Ambassador - Alex Caro Orrego

Home Country – Chile

I´m currently studying Diploma in Information Technology Advanced Networking and System Administration at TAFE. I first came to Australia to travel, little I knew that I was going to end up choosing to stay and study here, 18 months later I´m more than happy for the decision taken, especially regarding choosing Toowoomba as the place I can call home now.

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