Science co-op peer mentor volunteer opportunity

by | Aug 24, 2022

Join the Science Co-op team! We’re looking for two student volunteers to help mentor the next cohort of UVic Science Co-op students.

JOB TITLE

Science Co-op Peer Mentor

JOB DESCRIPTION

The goal of the Science Co-op Peer Mentor is to provide a low-pressure environment for senior co-op students to mentor students to have success with their Co-op programs. The successful candidate will meet one-on-one or in small groups with other Science Co-op students to offer peer mentoring. Assist Science Co-op students to apply for Co-op jobs by providing peer feedback on resumes and cover letters. Assist Science Co-op students with strategies for conducting a successful interview. Work together with undergraduate and graduate student societies to promote discipline-specific events and Co-op and Career workshops and events.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • You are a 3rd or 4th year Co-op Student in the Faculty of Science.
  • You have successfully completed at least one Co-op work term.
  • You have completed SCIE 201 or Introduction to Professional Practice, and are comfortable with the material.
  • You are familiar with the 10 core competencies as well as discipline-specific competencies.
  • You are familiar with the BrightSpace platform.

TIME COMMITMENT

  • Part time October 2023 to April 2024.
  • The peer mentor, in consultation with our Science Co-op team, will be able to schedule their hours in a way that works best for their schedule.
  • Work can be done remotely, in person, or as a combination.

RATE OF PAY

  • For 2023-24, this is a volunteer position that can be verified on your co-curricular record.

HOW TO APPLY

To apply, please send us a quick note to scico@uvic.ca introducing yourself. Be sure to tell us why you’re interested and include as your work study authorization. No resume or cover required we already have those!  Closes Friday, September 16, 10:00 AM.

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