Global Ambassadors

Curious about other countries and cultures? Want a globally focused career path? Kick-start your international ambitions and add to your CV by becoming a volunteer Palmy Global Ambassador.

Applications are open from 19 August to 13 September.

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Our Global Ambassadors are involved in sharing and expanding Palmerston North’s international connections and partnerships. 

Open to those living in Palmerston North aged between 18 and 24, the Palmy Global Ambassador programme is a way for young people to gain international knowledge, insight, experience and contacts – right here in Palmerston North. 

An expression of our "small city benefits: big city ambition", Palmy Global Ambassadors offers an unequalled opportunity to gain unpaid work experience and develop skills, while supporting Palmerston North’s international partnerships. 

International connections add to Palmerston North’s vibrancy, diversity and prosperity and Global Ambassadors help share our region’s story with the world. 

What does a Palmy Global Ambassador do? 

We expect our Global Ambassadors to contribute around 4 or 5 hours a month, or 40 to 50 hours overall, to the programme. You'll have the option to shape and drive your own project or social enterprise that makes Palmerston North a more international and welcoming place. In return, we can partner you with the right people and agencies to help achieve this.

Download the prospectus for more information, including an activity calendar and key contacts. 

Global Ambassador prospectus and application guidelines(PDF, 1MB)

How to apply

  1. Fill in our online application form (alternatively, you can complete the form in the prospectus and email it to global.ambassadors@pncc.govt.nz along with your video).
  2. Create a short (two minutes max) video answering the question: "How can Palmerston North become an even more internationally engaged city, and how would you help it to get there?"
  3. Upload the video to Google Drive or WeTransfer, send the video link to global.ambassadors@pncc.govt.nz
  4. The panel will view your submission and be in touch.
  5. Shortlisted applicants will be interviewed via Zoom or in person.

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