Applications now open!
The Study NT Student Ambassador Program is for international students in the NT. It promotes the NT as a study destination, with benefits like workshops and events.
Become a Study NT Student Ambassador
Since 2016, the Study NT Student Ambassador Program equips international students with the skills, networks and experiences to become influential student leaders while helping promote the NT as a vibrant, welcoming and globally connected study destination.
Applications are open to international students from all Northern Territory education providers, including those studying in higher education, vocational education and training (VET), and secondary school programs.
It is a year-long program, commencing in February 2027.
As a Study NT Student Ambassador, you will:
- receive personal and professional development on topics including public speaking, networking, personal brand development and social media engagement;
- connect and network with other students, international delegations, Territory employers and community organisations;
- undertake valuable volunteering experiences at Study NT events, including the Harmony Soiree and Kindness Festival;
- showcase your Territory study experience across social media and in marketing campaigns with Study NT; and
- participate in photo and video shoots to promote the Territory.
Applications open: TBC / late October 2026
Applications close: 23 November 2026 (12pm)
Interview for shortlisted candidates: 7-11 December 2026
Outcome notification: late December 2026
Program start: February 2027
Applications are open to international students from all Northern Territory education providers, including those studying in higher education, vocational education and training (VET), and secondary school programs.
To be eligible for a 2027 Study NT Student Ambassador position you must:
- be an international student and hold a student (subclass 500) visa
- be at least 16 years of age on 1 January 2027
- reside and be studying with a registered international education and training institution under the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students (CRICOS) in the Northern Territory.
International students can apply if they are graduating in mid-2027, or on a 6-month course/program.
Applications for 2027 are opening soon.
Please complete the online application form by Monday, 23 November 2026, 12pm.
If you have further questions about the program and the application process, contact Study NT at StudyNT@nt.gov.au.
- You must be available to participate in an interview in Darwin in December 2026.
- You must be available to attend the first professional development session in February 2027.
- Applicants studying in Alice Springs will be eligible to participate via video link.
If selected as a 2027 Study NT Ambassador, students agree to:
- attend all professional development sessions (in-person and online);
- represent Study NT in at least 2 community events that Study NT participates in, i.e. Harmony Soiree and Kindness Festival;
- represent Study NT, the Northern Territory and its international education and training sector in a positive manner, at all times; and
- abide by the Northern Territory Government code of conduct: Code of Conduct for the Northern Territory Public Sector.