About our Volunteer Program
Our volunteers are integral to the orientation program, social events and
sport groups run by the MGA.
As well as keeping the MGA operational, our volunteers are exposed to new
experiences and develop skills that will help them in their future careers,
including communication, leadership, teamwork and time management.
Volunteering is a great way to meet like-minded people, gain insight into
the work we do and give back to the graduate student community.
There are many opportunities to volunteer with the MGA and all current Monash
graduate students from all campuses and off-campus locations are eligible to
volunteer with us.
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MGA Leadership Program
Are you a current MGA Volunteer? Take your volunteering experience to the next level with our Volunteering Leadership Program. Develop practical leadership skills and contribute to the graduate community through hands-on projects and events. This program is your chance to grow further personally and professionally while creating a positive impact.
*Please note that this program is only open to returning MGA volunteers.
Applications are now open for general volunteers and leaders for Semester 2!
Interested in joining the MGA's volunteer community in Semester 2? We are currently looking for general volunteers and volunteer leaders for the coming semester, including during Orientation. These positions commence prior to the beginning of semester, so applicants will need to be available to start during the mid-year break.
Apply to become a volunteer leader
Applicants for this role must have previously completed a minimum of 15 general volunteer hours with MGA. Continuing 2026 volunteer leaders do not need to re-apply.
Apply to become a general volunteer for the MGA Orientation program
This is open to all current general volunteers and grads interested in being an MGA volunteer for O-week. Please register your general interest using the form above.Specific volunteer opportunities for Orientation will be advertised separately at a later date.
Please note that all new volunteers (including leaders) must attend a mandatory training session before O-Week. Training will cover the roles, rights and responsibilities of volunteers. Training sessions are expected to take place in mid July, with dates to be confirmed and advertised soon via the volunteering portal. All volunteers are encouraged to attend and hours will be allocated for attendance.
MGA Volunteer Agreement
As a new volunteer with the MGA, you are joining a highly valued and respected
team of students. As a part of your commitment, there are certain rights and
responsibilities you need to be aware of and abide by.
Read the MGA Volunteer Agreement.
"The MGA helped me recover from the pandemic and PhD loneliness through
volunteering opportunities and meeting people. They helped me recover from
the trauma of experiencing a house burglary through an emergency grant from
their MGA Welfare Program. The MGA is forever relevant to grad students at
Monash!"
- Sylvia, Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences
Volunteer Resources
Connect to our MGA Volunteer Resources drive to access key resources relevant
to your role, as well as to see the photos and videos from volunteer events.
You will need to request access and wait until the Program Coordinator adds
you to the drive, which will be done in a timely manner.
CONNECT TO RESOURCES DRIVE
"Volunteering with MGA has been an incredibly fulfilling experience for me.
I feel fortunate to be surrounded by a dedicated and supportive team, as
well as other passionate volunteers. The collaborative and friendly
atmosphere at MGA has made my volunteer work even more enjoyable. [...] This experience has been incredibly enriching and has
provided me with valuable skills, memories, and personal growth. I am truly
grateful for the chance to be a part of such a wonderful organisation."
- MGA Volunteer, 2023
Have questions? Visit our
FAQ page. You can also contact the MGA Volunteer Program Coordinator at
mga-volunteering@monash.edu.