Program Overview

The SFU Study Abroad Ambassador Program brings together returned study abroad students to stay connected, build community, and continue growing from their learning abroad experiences. As an ambassador, you will collaborate with peers, support fellow outgoing and incoming study abroad students, and take part in meaningful initiatives, all while continuing to develop as an engaged member of the SFU Study Abroad Community. It is an opportunity to keep your global perspective active and make your study abroad experience count long after you return.

As a Study Abroad Ambassador, you will be exempt from the post‑exchange promotional expectations (not the exchange report), provided you successfully complete the program.

Ambassador Benefits

  • Gain experience in the international education field
  • Have your experience formally recognized on the official University document via SFU Co-Curricular Record
  • Opportunity to take part in professional development sponsored by International Services for Students
  • Foster a sense of community and belonging as a member of the SFU Study Abroad Community
  • Leverage your global learning experience to continue building on intercultural competency and global citizenship
  • Strengthen your employability through hands-on experience in collaboration, communication, project work, public speaking and presentation
  • Enjoy the Year-end Completion Celebration and receive a formal Certificate of Completion
  • Obtain a professional reference upon successful completion of the program

Time Commitment

Study Abroad Ambassadors should be able to participate in various events, one professional development session, and organize at least one ambassador-led engagement event from September 2026 to April 2027.

Mandatory Orientation Training will be held in late August 2026. 

For more details, please review the Position Description.

What We Look For

Study Abroad Ambassadors must be current SFU undergraduate or graduate students in good academic standing who have successfully completed a Study Abroad program. We are looking for students who are enthusiastic about sharing the benefits of their study abroad experience with the SFU community.

How to Become an Ambassador

To apply, please review the Position Description before submitting your application.

Once ready to apply, please submit the SFU Study Abroad Ambassador Application, including your most recent SFU Advising Transcript and a resume/CV by the application deadline.

Offer of position will be confirmed in mid-August.

Program Contact

If you have any questions, please contact Sua Park, Study Abroad Officer at: saofficer@sfu.ca.

Y Application OPEN

Application deadline:

July 26, 2026 at 11:59pm (PT)

For 2026-27 Academic Year (Fall 2026 & Spring 2027)

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This opportunity is recognized on the Co-Curricular Record (CCR), an official University document that tracks your co-curricular involvement at SFU. Learn more about the Co-Curricular Record.