Curriculum review volunteer
Share real-world insights, industry knowledge, and the skills that actually matter in today's workplace.
The University of Greenwich community is enhanced by our alumni volunteers. Hundreds of alumni give their time, expertise and knowledge to support the university. From mentoring our students and sitting on advisory boards, we are incredibly thankful for your support.
Below you will find current opportunities as well as opportunities where we need support all year round.
At the end of this page, you can also find the expression of interest form for most of our volunteer opportunities.
17 Oct: Inspire the next generation at our Open Day
Remember the moment you first visited Greenwich, Avery Hill or Medway and imagined your future there? Your story – what student life was really like, how your degree shaped your path, the moments that mattered, is exactly what prospective students and their families need to hear.
We're inviting alumni to join us at our upcoming open days and postgraduate open evenings to chat with prospective students and parents, share what you've been up to since graduating, and bring the student experience to life in a way no brochure ever could.
The commitment is simple:
- No preparation needed
- Just one hour of your time
- A relaxed briefing beforehand to answer any questions
- You only need to attend for your slot, not the full day
Interested in supporting Saturday 17 October? Express your interest.
Oct-Jan: Join the Career Mentoring Programme
Our Career Mentoring Programme pairs alumni with mentees for one-to-one conversations about careers, confidence and the road ahead.
How it works
- When: Registration runs from 15 August 2026 until the end of October. Matches can be made as early as late September and as late as January 2027.
- Commitment: You'll be matched one-to-one with a mentee for a minimum of four sessions, each lasting 45-60 minutes. If you and your mentee both agree, you're welcome to meet more often.
- Matching: Every match is made individually, based on the responses in your application.
- Support and resources: Our Mentoring Team is on hand to answer questions and help you and your mentee get the most from the experience. You'll receive a mentoring handbook, plus optional newsletter resources throughout the programme.
- Celebration: When you complete the programme, you'll receive a Career Mentoring Certificate and an invitation to the Greenwich Community Awards Ceremony, with food, drinks and networking.
Why become a mentor?
- Social responsibility: Give back and be the role model you would have wanted.
- Industry expertise: Share your personal and professional experiences.
- Equity, diversity and inclusion: Support an issue you feel passionate about.
- Leadership skills: Build your skills and competencies as a leader.
- Reverse mentoring: Gain insight from mentees on their lived experiences, current academic learning and the outlook of early career talent.
Submit your mentor registration form.
Nov: Celebrate Greenwich Vietnam with a message
Help Greenwich Vietnam celebrate its 17th anniversary. Greenwich Vietnam is launching a special project to connect the students and alumni from around the world: A Global Community. One Greenwich Story.
Be part of this project by sharing a short introduction video. Through your voice and your story, they hope to show new students that they are part of a global Greenwich community.
Share your expertise and experience as a speaker
Faculty across the university are looking for alumni to join panels, talks and events and share the real story of their career since leaving Greenwich. Whether you're two years out or twenty, your journey and the lessons learned along the way is exactly what current students need to hear.
Speaking opportunities are flexible, low-pressure, and can take as little as 20 minutes, in person or online.
If there are no live opportunities, you can express your interest in speaking opportunities to hear about:
- Taking part in a panel as a speaker
- Delivering a lecture-style session
- Leading a workshop
- Presenting a 10-minute 'lightening' talk
- Participating in an application series and offering constructive feedback on pitches
- Connecting and networking
- Taking part as a speaker at a recruitment event
Why you? You've walked the path our students are on right now. From lecture halls to your chosen career – your real-world experience is exactly what students want to hear.
The impact: Share the lessons textbooks don't teach, give them the "I wish I'd known" insights, build connections with the next generation, and be the breakthrough moment in someone's future career journey.
Express your interest using the form at the end of this page and we'll be in touch should an opportunity arise! 👇
Degrees built around students and co-created by alumni
We're transforming our degrees with our new Limitless curriculum – and we need alumni like you to help make it happen. Co-created with students, alumni, and employers, we are integrating in-demand skills, real-world problem-solving, and mental wellbeing support across all of courses over the next two years. The curriculum will prepare students for career success from day one.
As an alumnus, you can contribute directly by sharing live industry briefs, offering internship and placement opportunities, or helping co-create course content that reflects the realities of your field. Your experience and networks are exactly what our students need.
What can I gain from this volunteer opportunity?
- Shape future talent: Your industry knowledge will directly influence the next generation of professionals in your field – people who may one day become your colleagues or employees.
- Be recognised for your contribution: You'll be acknowledged as a curriculum consultant and industry expert in the university's Supporter Roll.
- Grow your network: Connect with fellow alumni and industry leaders from across sectors who are all working towards the same goal, making Greenwich degrees fit for the future.
- Stay connected to Greenwich: Strengthen your relationship with Greenwich while contributing to its excellence.
- Open doors to partnership: We're keen to explore what else we can build together, whether that's collaborative student projects, shared research, guest lectures, or mentorship programmes that benefit both your organisation and our students.
Getting involved is straightforward. Our programme teams will reach out to confirmed industry experts throughout the year to arrange a 60-90-minute consultation at a time that suits you. You may be asked to give feedback by email or join a workshop to review a draft programme outline and share your perspective on skills, knowledge, and assessment. No curriculum experience needed – our academics will guide you every step of the way.
Express your interest in 5 minutes.
Greenwich Snapshots: Submit your story!
Greenwich Snapshots celebrates the journeys and achievements of alumni and showcase the many paths graduates take after their studies. Snapshots capture the spirit of Greenwich and bring to life the many journeys that our graduates take in their careers.
If you have a story to tell and want to inspire the next generation of graduates, submit your Snapshot today!
Need some inspiration or simply want to learn more? Continue reading.
Open doors for a student through a work placement
Work placements are invaluable stepping stones in a student's journey from academia to the professional world. These experiences offer a unique blend of practical skills, industry insights, and personal growth. As alumni, you have the power to shape the next generation of professionals by offering these crucial opportunities. There are lots of benefits for students:
- Real-world experience: Students gain hands-on experience in their chosen field, bridging the gap between theory and practice.
- Professional network: Placements help students build connections that can be instrumental in their future careers.
- Career clarity: Exposure to the workplace helps students refine their career goals and understand various roles within their industry.
- Skill development: Students develop both technical and soft skills essential for professional success.
- Enhanced employability: Work experience significantly boosts a graduate's resume, making them more attractive to potential employers.
However, as alumni, you also benefit. Offering placements is a meaningful way to support the University of Greenwich and our students. Placement students bring new ideas and enthusiasm to the workplace. It is also an excellent way for you and your organisation to identify and nurture future talent.
By offering work placements, alumni can play a crucial role in shaping the future workforce while simultaneously benefiting their own organisation. Please email alumni@gre.ac.uk to find out more.
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