DCU EU Careers Student Ambassador Programme 2025/2026

Careers Service

Are you a DCU student interested in becoming the next EU Careers Student Ambassador? The European Selection Personnel Office (EPSO) is looking for an outgoing, motivated and enthusiastic student to be the DCU brand ambassador for EU Career opportunities for the academic year 2025/2026. As part of this experience you will be able to:

Find out more about EU career opportunities and promote them to your fellow students
Build an exciting student network across Europe
Gain work experience to give your CV extra weight
Develop your skills in public speaking, marketing and human resources
Receive a full induction training in Brussels, and coaching throughout the role
Get to meet high-ranking EU officials
Receive a reference letter based on your performance

Please note this position is an unpaid programme. However, for the successful candidate this is an opportunity to receive in-person EU Careers training in Brussels, and to hold a position of responsibility which will enhance your CV.

Role Description:

Act as a point of contact for DCU students interested in an EU career
Develop university networks and provide information on EU jobs
Maintain an active online and social media presence
Give presentations, attend university career events and find interesting speakers
Answer questions about career opportunities with the EU
Research target groups and contact university media
Set up mailing lists and distribute information about EU jobs through the appropriate channels

Minimum Requirements:

Arrange or participate in a minimum of one EU Careers event or presentation
Commit at least two hours per week to your ambassador role
Communicate with your EU Careers coordinator on a regular basis
Participate in all training activities provided online by EPSO
Keep a log of your activities and report back regularly
Excellent communication and networking skills
Competent in social media and technology
Willingness to share and learn
Good organisational skills
Ability to deliver quality and results
(It will be up to you to decide how much promotional work you can fit in alongside your academic studies. EPSO are are looking for an ambassador who is creative and can come up with innovative ways of promoting EU Careers)

Eligibility:

Be an EU Citizen
You must be enrolled and present at the DCU for the duration of the Ambassador's post (2025 / 2026 academic year)
You must be available to take part in the EU Careers compulsory training course in October 2025
Fluent in English, (one additional European language highly desirable)

Please note this is an unpaid role

How to Apply:

To apply for this position, please complete this online application form. The application form will ask for your contact details, CV, motivational statement and some questions around your experience. Applications will remain open until 12 noon on 18th of March 2025.

Once applications close, DCU will run a shortlisting and interview process. Interviews will be held between 19th March to 11th April 2025. (Interview dates are subject to change). If you have any questions, please email careers@dcu.ie with 'EU Careers Student Ambassador' in the subject line.

Data Protection Notice: DCU will use the personal data you provide, by way of this form, for the purpose of gathering feedback on the careers sessions. The personal data will be retained for up to one year after which it will be deleted/destroyed in a secure manner. If you wish to obtain further information about data protection in DCU please review our Data Privacy Policy which is available at the link below: https://www.dcu.ie/policies/data-privacy-policy