Volunteering and leadership

Build experience while you study

Develop your skills, gain experience and make a difference through volunteering and leadership opportunities.

A mentor helping students with work in a school

In2science mentoring

Volunteer as a mentor and support high school students in science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) classes.

Sustainability volunteers manning a booth.

Sustainability volunteering

Get involved in sustainability initiatives across La Trobe, from promoting sustainable practices to supporting land management and community garden activities.

Discover sustainable volunteering opportunities

More ways to build your skills and connections

La Trobe University Student Council

Represent and advocate for students, contribute to university decision-making and develop your leadership, communication and governance skills.

Students as Partners network

Work with staff to improve the university experience. Sign up to hear about opportunities to share your ideas to help shape courses, learning spaces and student services at La Trobe.

Student-led organisations

The La Trobe Student Association (LTSA) and La Trobe Student Union (LTSU) offer opportunities to represent and support students across our campuses, from helping with food relief and student events to getting involved in policy and advocacy.

School-Level Student Advisory Groups

Join your school’s Student Advisory Group to have your say on issues that matter to you and help shape decisions within your School.

Showcase your skills

Showcase the leadership skills and experience you’ve gained through volunteering with La Trobe’s sector-leading Career Ready Advantage Award.

Get the Career Ready Advantage