Thank you for your interest in the Mayor's Student Ambassador Program, an initiative of Experience Gold Coast and the Mayor of the City of Gold Coast.
Please ensure you have carefully read all the detailed information on the 2026 Mayor's Student Ambassador Website before you begin your application. You can find the website via this link: Mayor's Student Ambassador WebsiteKey dates:
- Applications Open - 12th January 2026, Monday, 9 AM
- Applications Close - 9th March 2026, Monday, 9 AM
Eligibility Criteria:
- You must be studying at a Gold Coast registered school/college/training institution, TAFE or university between February 2026 and December 2026
- You must be an enrolled student throughout the entirety of the program
- Students in year 11 or higher are eligible to apply
- You must be living on the Gold Coast
- If you are an international student, you must hold a valid student visa for the entirety of the program
- You must provide a letter of recommendation from one referee endorsing your application
Important information about your application:
- You will be asked to provide your personal and contact details. This information will be managed as per the Experience Gold Coast privacy collection statement which can be found here: Privacy Policy | Experience Gold Coast
- Please ensure you have reviewed the questions completely before you begin your submission.
- In case of duplicate entries or multiple entries, the assessing panel will consider the latest submission. In case you end up submitting multiple entries, applicant should consider withdrawing an application they don't want to be considered for.
- In some cases, we may also contact the applicant for additional information or clarification. Please ensure your mobile number and your email address is accurate.
- In some cases, we may conduct reference checks for assessment purposes in line with the information provided in your submission. Please ensure your referee details are accurate.