We are pleased to offer International Peer Mentoring to help new international students transition to life at BCIT and make important social connections. See the information below if you may be interested in participating.
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Overview
International Peer Mentoring is a free peer-to-peer social support program that connects new international students starting their first term at BCIT with a mentor who is a continuing student in good academic standing. By registering as a mentee, you and up to 3 other new international students will be matched with an International Peer Mentor before your program starts and through the first month of the term. Mentors will be able to share their perspective and knowledge of student life at BCIT and the Metro Vancouver area as well as to do their best to answer questions or refer you to appropriate resources. Your mentor will likely be a different nationality and in a different program of study than you.
This program is intended to provide:
- Social connections and networking opportunities for all participants
- Peer support and guidance for new students
- A valuable leadership opportunity for mentors
Schedule
Click below for more information the Winter 2023 program schedule.
New student registration
New international students accepted into programs starting at BCIT in January can expect to receive an invitation email through your myBCIT inbox approximately 6 weeks before term start with registration instructions.
Capacity is limited for this program and so registration is required and space is filled on a first-come-first-serve basis.
***Registration for the Winter 2023 term has reached full capacity***
Volunteer to be an International Peer Mentor
Continuing BCIT students in good academic standing are encouraged to apply to become an International Peer Mentor. It is a unique opportunity to volunteer in a leadership role within the BCIT community and to make a real difference in the lives of new international students – all while having fun and enjoying fantastic benefits! Both international and domestic students are welcome to apply.
The total time commitment for mentors is estimated to be around 7-8 hours in total over the course of about 3 months. Upon successful completion of all mentoring duties, volunteers will receive a $30 BCITSA gift card, an official letter of recognition from BCIT, and some complimentary BCIT gear.
If you are interested in becoming a mentor, apply by sending an email to international.mentoring@bcit.ca with:
- Your name
- Your BCIT student number
- A brief explanation of why you would like to serve as an International Peer Mentor (maximum 100 words)
Mentor spaces are filled on a first-come, first-serve basis until all positions are filled.
***All mentor positions for the Winter 2023 term have been filled***