Run study groups
If you got a GPA of 6.0 or above in one of the PASS units, you can apply to be a PASS leader – someone who runs weekly study sessions for first-year students. Applications open 28 April.
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Answer questions
Peer learning mentors answer students’ study-related questions. You can apply if you’ve completed the first year of an undergraduate degree with a GPA of 6.0 or above. Applications open 28 April.
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Need help with your application? Send a draft (in Word) to the Careers & Employability team via edge@federation.edu.au (and include your name and student number).
Student ambassadors promote Federation by sharing their uni experiences and advice with high school students, school leavers, mature age students, parents and teachers.
Responsibilities
- Guide visiting school students around campus
- Visit secondary schools to speak about uni
- Help with Open Day and other uni events
- Create or participate in content for Federation social media
How to apply
Complete the expression of interest form.
PASS leaders develop and run weekly group study sessions (for first-year students) on a specific unit.
Responsibilities
- Plan and run weekly study sessions during semester and SWOTVac on campus and/or online
- Attend at least half of the unit lectures
- Check the unit Moodle content
- Understand the unit requirements
- Communicate with students in your group
- Share session plans and student attendance records
- Handle issues and complaints in an appropriate manner
- Work about 5.5 hours per week.
Pay rate
HEW 2.1 casual $39.55 per hour (starting 1 June 2025)
Eligibility
To be eligible to apply, you must have completed the first year of an undergraduate degree with a grade point average of 6.0 or above for the unit you want to run.
How to apply
Applications open 28 April.
Peer learning mentors answer students’ study-related questions (on campus and online) and get involved in other projects.
Responsibilities
- Answer questions about studying and uni admin
- Help students find academic and support services
- Give students study tips
- Attend training sessions and meetings
- Handle issues and complaints in an appropriate manner
- Help with other LASS projects
Pay rate
HEW 3.1 casual $41.56 per hour (starting 1 June 2025)
Eligibility
To be eligible to apply, you must have completed the first year of an undergraduate degree with a grade point average of 6.0 or above.
How to apply
Applications open 28 April.
There are often casual roles at Federation that need filling, in areas like:
- project work
- administration
- event coordination.
If you’re flexible and have relevant experience, you can apply to be added to the casual register via Workday.
Content creators help bring the student experience to life via our social media platforms.
Responsibilities
- Attend events on campus
- Create engaging videos
- Take photos
- Appear in Federation marketing material
How to apply
Submit an expression of interest through the content creator highlight on our Instagram. Most position offers are made at the beginning of semester.
Volunteer opportunities
Volunteering on campus is a great way to get involved in uni life and help improve the student experience at Fed.
RISE crew members help run Orientation and other on-campus student events throughout the year.
Responsibilities
- Set up stalls
- Run activities
- Prepare and give out food
- Distribute merch
- Encourage student involvement
- Give directions
You’ll also need to attend a 3-hour on-campus training session in January.
How to apply
Registration for 2026 will open later this year. If you have any questions, email student.engagement@federation.edu.au.
Executives form and oversee student groups. These can be activity-based, theme-based or aimed at a particular cohort of students.
How to start a group
Explore our groups webpage to find out what already exists at your campus. If you’d like to start a new student group, submit an expression of interest form. Once you have four or more members and an annual plan that includes at least four events, you can apply to become a formal group (one with governance and paid membership) or an informal group (no governance or membership fee).
Student Senate reps give a voice to students, raise feedback with staff, propose changes and help make Federation University a better place.
Responsibilities
- Attend up to eight Senate meetings per year
- Write a report before each meeting
- Host a student forum on your campus each semester
- Monitor the Senate’s social media channels
- Discuss student issues with staff
- Plan and instigate changes
- Represent the student voice in University projects
- Join one of the Senate's working groups
How to apply
Senate positions open twice a year – in March and July. You can nominate yourself for a specific role by writing a candidate statement and submitting an application form. If more than one person is nominated, an election is held.
Board members meet to discuss issues and ideas that relate to the academic governance of university projects and processes.
Responsibilities
- Attend at least six Academic Board meetings per year
- Attend up to eight Student Senate meetings per year
- Prepare for meetings by reading agenda papers
- Provide a verbal or written report at some meetings
How to apply
When nominations are open, you’ll be able to download the position description. You can then submit your application form and supporting statement, and name two students who support your nomination.
Committee members meet to discuss issues and ideas that relate to the academic governance of university projects and processes.
Responsibilities
- Attend at least six Learning and Teaching Quality Committee meetings per year
- Attend up to eight Student Senate meetings per year
- Prepare for meetings by reading agenda papers
- Provide a verbal or written report at some meetings
How to apply
When nominations are open, you’ll be able to download the position description. You can then submit your application form and supporting statement, and name two students who support your nomination.
Committee members meet to discuss issues and ideas that relate to the academic governance of university projects and processes.
Responsibilities
- Attend at least five Research Committee meetings per year
- Attend up to eight Student Senate meetings per year
- Prepare for meetings by reading agenda papers
- Provide a verbal or written report at some meetings
How to apply
When nominations are open, you’ll be able to download the position description. You can then submit your application form and supporting statement, and name two students who support your nomination.
Student Equity and Inclusion Network (SEIN) members help plan and improve initiatives designed to accommodate and celebrate diversity.
Responsibilities
- Attend three or four online meetings per year
- Contribute to new initiatives to increase student equity, inclusion, belonging, safety and community
- Provide feedback on initiatives and action plans
- Discuss policies and practices and recommend areas for development
You’ll be paid $50 for each meeting you attend.
How to apply
Applications are currently closed but will be advertised when places become available.
Help set up and run sporting activities, or captain (or manage) one of our local campus or Fed Falcons teams.
You can volunteer to run an event, project or campaign at Federation. If you have an idea – something you think would positively impact the student community – we can help you get it off the ground. Send the details to volunteer@federation.edu.au.
Volunteering off campus
Feel like exploring other options? Got something specific in mind? Consider lending a hand at a local organisation. Volunteering in your field will not only benefit your community, it’ll also kickstart your future career.
Before you begin
- Look at your resume: Are there gaps? Parts that could do with a refresh? Volunteering is a great way to expand your skillset. Not sure what you need? Chat to one of our careers advisors.
- Get checked: You might need to get a Police Check or Working with Children Check before you can volunteer. Applications can take up to 12 weeks to process, so submit early.
- Investigate insurance: Volunteers aren’t covered by Work Cover. Make sure the organisation you volunteer with has public liability insurance and personal accident cover for volunteers.
Explore the resources at Volunteering Australia to find out more.
Finding the right opportunity
If you’re not sure where you might like to volunteer, browse these sites to get some ideas:
- EDGE
- GoVolunteer
- Seek Volunteer
- The Ballarat Foundation
- Centre for Participation (Horsham region)
- South East Volunteers (Berwick region)
- Volunteer Matcher (Berwick region)
- Volunteering Gippsland
