next steps

Submit an application

After submitting an application, you will be invited to an orientation meeting to assess your fit as a mentor, learn more about the overall organization, and answer any questions.

Once assigned a mentee, you will meet with the student through the agreed upon virtual method to ensure the match is correct.

Upon agreement of the match, you will be responsible for regular virtual check-ins with your mentee for at least one academic term or 1-3 sessions.

You will complete an exit form at the end of your mentorship.

Qualifications

• Completion of a degree or certificate program after high school

• Be a good listener, resourceful, accepting of differences, and non-judgmental

• Comfortability using electronic methods such as texting, email, call, and video conferencing technology such as Zoom

• Our mentors represent diverse backgrounds, reflecting those of our students. These kinds of backgrounds (BIPOC, first-generation) are desirable. For more information please see a downloadable version of the job description.

Join a Community

The Mentoring Project started in 2021 with its first cohort of mentors who have helped shape the program. Through a mentor chat group, you will be able to learn from each other and share your knowledge.

Meet a Mentor