At the Students' Association, we're committed to making sure students don't just respond to change, they help create it.

That's why we're launching our Student Transformation Partner programme, a paid opportunity for students to work alongside the Students' Association, University staff and project teams to shape some of the biggest developments happening across Arden.

As a Student Transformation Partner, you'll be embedded within transformation project from the start, helping to influence decisions, challenge assumptions, share student insight and ensure student experiences remain at the heart of change. Whether the focus is artificial intelligence, digital innovation, curriculum development, or student success, you'll play an active role in shaping the future of Arden.

Register your interest

Ready to make an impact?

We're currently inviting students to register their interest in becoming a Student Transformation Partner.

By registering your interest now, you'll be among the first to hear when applications officially open and receive information about the role, recruitment process and upcoming opportunities to get involved.

Registering your interest doesn't commit you to applying. It simply lets us know you'd like to learn more about the role and how you can contribute to transformation projects that put student voices at the heart of decision-making.

Register Your Interest

Why get involved?

The Students' Association believes students should be partners in shaping their university experience.

Too often, students are asked for feedback after decisions have already been made. Student Transformation Partners help change that by bringing student perspectives into projects from the beginning, ensuring that lived experience helps inform how ideas are developed, communicated and implemented. We are creating opportunities for students and staff to work together, building solutions that better meet the needs of our student community.

If you have ever thought "there has to be a better way of doing this", this is your chance to be a part of creating that change.

About the role

Did we mention this is a paid opportunity?

Pay: National Living Wage per hour

Hour: flexible, part-time around your studies (approximately 5 hours a week)

Location: Hybrid

Contract: Fixed-term student internship

What you will do

As a Student Transformation Partner, you will work in partnership with Students' Association representatives, University staff and transformation teams to:

• Bring the student perspective into projects, working groups and decision-making discussions.
• Contribute ideas, feedback and recommendations that help shape strategic initiatives.
• Review proposals, plans and developments from a student perspective.
• Support student-friendly communications and campaigns that keep students informed and involved.
• Collaborate with staff, student leaders, and fellow students to improve the student experience.
• Champion partnership working and ensure student voices influence meaningful change.

Who we are looking for

We are looking for students who want to make a difference.

You don't need previous experience in transformation projects. We are more interested in your enthusiasm, curiosity, and willingness to contribute your perspective.

You might be a great fit if you are:

• Passionate about improving the student experience.
• Confident sharing ideas and perspectives.
• Interested in working collaboratively with others.
• Curious about how decisions are made and how change happens.
• Keen to develop new skills and professional experience.
• Committed to representing the student needs and academic interests of your fellow students.

What you will gain

By becoming a Student Transformation Partner, you will have the opportunity to:

• Earn while making an impact at Arden.
• Influence projects that affect current and future students.
• Gain hands-on experience of strategic projects and organisational change.
• Develop skills in communication, collaboration, stakeholder engagement and project working.
• Enhance your CV and future employability.
• Access training and development opportunities through the programme.

Sounding like an opportunity you can't miss?

Complete the Register Your Interest form today and tell us why you'd like to help drive positive change at Arden.

Register Your Interest