##  [Graduate Mentoring Program](/graduate-students/graduate-mentoring-program) 

Participate in the UBC Applied Science Engineering Mentoring Program, which offers an outstanding opportunity to develop impactful relationships with industry professionals and other students, while developing vital communication skills.

## Why Participate in the Applied Science Engineering Mentoring Program?

- Develop fundamental skills in successful relationship building and maintaining
- Gain support and clarity around career building transitions and network development
- Receive exclusive Mentorship Program Toolkits designed to support and enhance how best to engage and connect with industry professionals and other students
- Enhance your own leadership skills through peer-to-peer mentorship
- Begin establishing your network connections before graduation

**Upper year students & Graduate students** will engage in a triad-model of mentorship, where they will be matched with another student and an industry professional. With an emphasis on relationship-based networking, you will engage with your group while exploring themed outcomes designed to support and enhance career development.

> *I met an incredible mentor who helped me understand the next steps I need to take to succeed in Engineering as an international student.*

> *It was invaluable to make connections with someone who has been in your shoes and can provide insight into possible career paths and any other advice.*

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## Program timeline 

**Date** **Milestone**Aug. 12 – Sept. 12, 2025Application Period - this is a **2-Step Process**:

**Step 1**- submit the fully completed application form

**Step 2**- complete the Canvas Mentee Training Module **before September 15th.**

Sept. 16, 2025Confrimation email sent to all **Accepted** Mentees

**Please Note: due to Program capacity, not all applicants may be accepted**

Sept. 23, 2025Participants recieve Mentorship Program group details via emailSept. 25, 2025

6:00-7:00 pm (PST)

Mentoring Kick-off Event (Virtual)

Dec. 4, 2025

6:00-7:30 (PST)

Mentorship Program Panel Discussion EventOctober to March Mentoring groups are expected to meet a **minimum of three times** throughout the program.March 31, 2025Program closes for the year## Application details

Applications for the 2025-26 program are now open.

**Apply now:**

**Please fill out the** [**Application Page**](https://ubc.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_4Uh3aYBE7HfWCea)**, and remember to complete the CANVAS modules as the second step to completing the application.**