Engineering Mentoring Program

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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.

 

Are you a graduate student? Refer to Graduate Mentoring Program.

Why participate in the Engineering Mentoring Program?

  • Develop fundamental skills in successful relationship building
  • 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

Mentees will engage in a triad-model of mentorship, where they will be matched with another student and an industry professional. Students in the undergrad first-year stream will be matched with an upper-year student as well as an industry mentor.  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
August 1 – September 18, 2023

Application 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 18th.

September 23, 2023Confirmation of enrollment emails sent to all accepted Mentees
October 5, 2023

Mentoring groups are formed.

Invitations to the Mentoring Kick-off Event are sent. All group members' information will be included in the email.

Between Oct. 5 & Oct. 12, 2023Mentees and mentors will each introduce themselves to their mentoring group via email

October 12, 2023

6-7 pm (PST)

Mentoring Kick-off Event (Virtual)
Between October to MarchMentoring groups are expected to meet a minimum of three times throughout the program.
March, Date TBDMentoring Closing Event

    

Application details

Applications for the 2023-24 program are now closed. Please fill out our Expression of Interest Form to receive notifications about program application dates for next year.

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