Become a Mentor

Join the Douglas International Community and become a Mentor. Share your experiences with new international students or information you wish you knew when you started at Douglas. 

Mentor applications are CLOSED for Winter 2024

 

Mentor Eligibility/Requirements

  • You have been at Douglas for at least two semesters or you were a mentee in your first semester.  
  • You maintain a GPA of 2.33 or above.
  • You are a current student enrolled in at least one academic course in the Winter 2024 semester.
  • Initiate and maintain contact with your mentees.
  • Completion of training in Microsoft Teams.
  • Use Microsoft Teams to stay up to date with the program.
  • Attending mandatory training session:
    • January 19th at 3:30pm
  • Commit 5 hours/month to supporting and answering new student questions about Douglas College and living in Vancouver. 
  • Attending meetings at the request of the program coordinators. 

Mentor Benefits

  • Mentor new international students 
    • Get matched with new international students with common goals, similar interests and values. You will be mentoring by sharing experiences, providing social connection and important student life information. 
  • Community building/Networking  
    • Make new friends, expand your social and professional network and meet your mentees in person! 
  • Skill development 
    • Receive coaching for your professional development from various Douglas departments, services, and leaders of the college. 
    • You will also receive a certificate of completion at the end of your time within the program which you can add onto your resume and upon request a reference letter.  
  • *Reward System*
    • Starting Fall 2023 semester we are implementing our new Reward System! With each semester as a mentor you will receive gifts with increasing value. A small thank you from us to you!
Mentorship Program - Reward System

Important Dates for the Winter 2024 Program (Mentors): 

*Dates are tentative

December 5
Registration opens for mentors

January 3
Matching begins for the program

January 12 - Rescheduled to January 26
Mentee Welcome Event

January 12 
Last day to sign up for Winter program

January 17
Matching ends

January 19
Mandatory training session and Student Leadership Program Kick-Off

March 
Skill Development Session

April
Wrap Up Event

April 12
Last day of the program