Career Peer Coaches

Provide individualized career support through one-on-one conversations with your peers.

Who can apply?	Undergraduate or graduate students from any faculty at UBC can apply. Preference is given to students entering their 3rd year and beyond.
No. of positions available	15-20
Time commitment	5 hours per week* *for detailed time requirements, please review position description
Position description	Career Peer Coaches Position Description 2019-2020 The Career Peer Coaches provide individualized support to undergraduate students across faculties and disciplines in the form of one-on-one strengths-based conversations. Over the course of the conversation, our coaches work with their peers to co-create a plan of action to support success in the area of career development that includes referring their peer to relevant resources. Historically, the Career Peers have focused on resume, cover letter and interview coaching. Depending on availability, assessed needs and coaches’ skills, there may be additional opportunities to support workshop development and delivery and other career development events or activities.
Skills developed	Empathy and active listening Resourcefulness Teamwork Verbal communication Giving and receiving feedback Organization, time management and stress management Analysis and problem solving Adaptability Networking
Contact	allison.mander-wionzek@ubc.ca

To apply please complete the online application form. Interviews will be conducted to select the final team.

Applications for this role are now closed.