Applications for the peer mentor role will be open from March 17 - 28, 2025. BE A Mentor

Peer Mentors are upper semester students who support a group of new students by providing guidance, support and resources. They maintain regular, ongoing communication with new students, and provide access and referrals to appropriate services and resources for academic and personal success. A Peer Mentor will spend approximately 3 – 5 hours per week on mentoring related activities.

BENEFITS & INCEntives

Get career-ready and world-ready - Develop your communication, leadership and collaboration skills that will help you thrive in the workplace and in life.

Give back - Be an active citizen and share your time and knowledge with new students and help them as they make their transition into Seneca Polytechnic.  

Get recognized - Mentors are eligible to apply for the Margie Bader Mentoring Leadership Award which awards an outstanding mentor who has demonstrated leadership and has contributed towards the enhancement of student life at Seneca.  

Expand your network - Gain networking opportunities to connect with the larger Seneca community including other students, faculty and employees.  

Celebration event - Mentors are invited to attend a celebration event at the end of the semester.

Recognition - Each semester mentors will receive a "Recognition of Participation" for their commitment and dedication.  

EXPECTATIONS

Mentors will share their experiences and knowledge
Connect new students to campus support services and resources

Promote academic, personal, and social success among new students

REQUIREMENTS
Peer Mentors:

Must be registered as a full-time student
Must be in good academic standing
Are expected to act in accordance with Seneca's Student Code of Conduct

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

Training requirements:

Attend Virtual Peer Mentor training on April 23, 2025, + in-person training on April 29 - Newnham Campus
Participation in additional training held throughout the semester

Serve as a resource and support:

Support and be accessible to a minimum of 10 students 
Attend weekly in-person/virtual meetings with students (1:1 or in groups)
Provide accurate referrals and information to students
Attend Seneca programming with students
To learn more about this volunteer role please view the full role description.