• UQ Library
• Multiple Casual positions starting from $44.58 p/h, plus superannuation of 12% (HEW Level 2) Only open to UQ students currently enrolled in an undergraduate or postgraduate program of study, with at least one year of study remaining.
• Young Achievers Program students and students with mandarin speaking skills are encouraged to apply. 
• Based at our St Lucia campus (occasional shift opportunities at Gatton, Herston and/or Dutton Park)

About This Opportunity 

Are you a friendly, reliable and proactive UQ student who enjoys meeting people, getting involved in events and helping others feel welcome?

The UQ Library Student Experience team is looking for enthusiastic students to join our casual team and help create positive experiences for students across UQ.

This is a great opportunity to build your communication, event and leadership skills while making a real difference to the student experience.

As a Library Student Experience Casual, you’ll be part of a dynamic team delivering student events, activities and engagement initiatives throughout the year.

Key Responsibilities will include:

• Welcoming and engaging with students at Library events and activities
• Leading Library tours and helping students discover Library spaces, services and resources
• Running information booths and providing friendly first-point-of-contact support
• Facilitating games, activities and interactive experiences
• Setting up and packing down events, including safely moving event equipment
• Supporting the preparation and delivery of Orientation and student engagement activities
• Collecting event information such as registrations and attendance numbers
• Capturing appropriate social media content during events
• Sharing student feedback and observations with the Library Student Experience team
• Helping students with basic Library enquiries and referring them to the right service when needed

About you

We’re looking for students who:

• Are currently enrolled in an undergraduate or postgraduate program at UQ, with at least one year of on-campus study remaining when commencing
• Enjoy meeting and talking to people from different backgrounds
• Are confident communicating with students and speaking in front of groups
• Are friendly, approachable and genuinely interested in helping other students
• Are responsible, proactive, reliable and comfortable working as part of a team
• Enjoy working in a creative, dynamic and inclusive environment
• Are available to work during key student engagement periods and agreed shifts
• Are comfortable working outdoors and safely lifting or moving event equipment

Desirable:

You don't need previous Library experience to apply. However, experience in any of the following would be helpful:

• Student leadership, peer mentoring or ambassador programs
• Events or customer-facing roles
• UQ clubs and societies or other student engagement activities
• An understanding of the transition to university and the experiences of students from diverse backgrounds
• An interest in helping students find the right Library services and support

Young Achievers Program students and students with Mandarin-speaking skills are particularly encouraged to apply.

Please note that this is an Expression of Interest (EOI) process. Due to the higher volume of applications typically received, only candidates selected to progress to the next stage of the recruitment process will be contacted.

Suitable applicants may be retained in our talent pool and considered for future opportunities that arise. If you do not wish for your application to be retained for future consideration, please let us know and we will remove your details from our records.

Unfortunately, due to the large number of applications received, we are unable to provide individualised feedback on applications that are not progressed.

We appreciate your interest in working with us and thank you for taking the time to submit your application.

Interested? 

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Tingting He on [email protected]. For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at [email protected], stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.  

When you apply, please ensure you upload a resume and cover letter summarizing how your background aligns to the ‘About You’ section. Please note that applications received via email will not be accepted. 

Other Information  

As a casual employee, and in line with Fair Work, please note that there is no commitment to ongoing work in this position.  

You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment.  

We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We recognise that career pathways and opportunities differ, and encourage applications from candidates who may not meet every criteria but can demonstrate their potential relative to opportunity. We’re also happy to support any accessibility needs throughout the recruitment process. Just let us know how we can help by emailing [email protected] or calling +61 7 3365 2623. 

Applications close Sunday 11 October 2026 at 11.00pm AEST (R- 56435) – Please note that interviews are tentatively scheduled to take place on 20 - 22 October 2026 in Person.

Please note applications will be reviewed as received. Candidates may be interviewed prior to the job closing date. We encourage candidates to apply as soon as possible. The University of Queensland reserves the right to close this application process early.