Become a UniGuide

Become a mentor to others and help new students settle into university life.

Three UniGuides smiling in foreground

Applications are now closed for 2026. We would like to thank everyone who expressed an interest in joining the team! Check this page for updates later this year regarding our intake for 2027.

The role

As a UniGuide, you will use your own experiences and perspectives to guide new students through Orientation, helping them explore academic life, campus activities and everything that University has to offer.

This is a unique volunteer opportunity to:

  • Give back by helping new students’ transition
  • Meet heaps of new people from diverse backgrounds
  • Gain transferable skills in leadership and public speaking 
  • Enhance future employability
  • Participate in professional development workshops
  • Be a positive influence, while having fun
  • Work towards your co-curricular record through the Community Engagement path

Got questions?

Email uniguide@auckland.ac.nz and one of the team will be in touch!