Student Life Toronto

Toronto Peer Mentorship Program

The NU Toronto Peer Mentorship Program supports Northeastern’s commitment to improving student experiential learning and engagement by building a mentorship community, creating opportunities to enrich current students’ co-curricular experiences, and fostering academic and personal excellence.  

Mentorship Creates Change

The NU Toronto Peer Mentorship Program is designed to support incoming graduate students (mentees) to ensure a smooth transition into graduate life. Senior graduate students (mentors) will serve as role models and support mentees by sharing their experiences and perspectives of successful graduate life in Canada. Mentors will make referrals to campus resources and services as needed to foster the academic and personal success of mentees.  

The Mission

Increase graduate students’ awareness of the services and resources available to them

Encourage graduate students to utilize the academic, professional, and personal supports on campus

Foster a sense of community among graduate students through group mentoring sessions, peer support, and social events

Provide an opportunity for graduate students to get involved and develop their communication, leadership, and mentoring skills

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Peer Mentor

Peer Mentors are current NU Toronto graduate students or alumni in good academic standing who serve as role models and assist new graduate students with their transition to Northeastern University, Canada, and graduate student life. 

Key Responsibilities

    • Commit approximately one hour every two weeks for one-on-one or group peer mentoring sessions, face-to-face and/or online (Zoom, Teams, WhatsApp, phone, email)
    • Work both independently and as part of a team with their fellow Peer Mentors
    • Attend peer mentoring program activities scheduled for the academic term
    • Inform the Peer Mentorship Program Lead(s) of any issues or concerns related to the mentorship program or mentor/mentee relationships
    • Maintain regular communication and attend the Monthly Mentor Check-Ins with the other Peer Mentors and the Program Lead(s)
    • Participate in program assessment and provide suggestions and feedback for program improvement
    • Commit to the position for the entirety of the term (or academic year if available)

Qualifications

    • Completed at least one term of study in any of our programs
    • Preferred cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
    • Strong interpersonal and communication skills
    • Empathy, patience, and a desire to make a positive impact on others
    • Strong organizational and time-management skills

What Will Peer Mentors Gain

    • Develop leadership, facilitation, communication, and mentoring skills
    • Share experiences and perspectives with new graduate students
    • Give back to the NU community
    • Expand peer network by connecting with other program participants, staff memeber and peers
    • Add experience on resumes and professional profiles

How to Apply

    • Fall 2025 Peer Mentor Applications are closed. Please stay tuned for January/Winter 2026 program
    • If you have any further questions, please email TOstudentservices@northeastern.edu

What Previous Mentors Say About Their Experience

    • “It was a remarkable experience.”
    • “One of my mentees has now become one of my friends and we connect weekly.”
    • “Improved my leadership skill and also helped me to learn more from my mentees too.”
    • “One of the best parts of being a mentor was getting to help others and see them grow.”
    • “Getting to know peers from different parts of the world and knowing their experiences.”
    • “This program legitimately helped me to get out of my comfort zone.”
    • “It felt really good to share what I’ve learned and see it actually help someone.”

Mentee (New Student)

Are you going into your first term at Northeastern University in Toronto? Are you looking for a sense of community and information about navigating your first term?

Get involved in the Toronto Peer Mentorship Program and get matched up with one of our dedicated Peer Mentors!

What Will Mentees Gain

    • Opportunity to be supported by an experienced graduate student
    • Feel supported and at ease with the transition to NU Toronto
    • Gain valuable insights on navigating university resources and services
    • Have a sense of belonging and expand peer network by connecting with other program participants

Requirements

    • First term student registered for the Fall 2025 term
    • Commit to the program from September to December
    • Commit to connecting with peer mentors

How to Apply

    • Fall 2025 Mentee Applications are closed. Please stay tuned if you are interested in the future program.
    • Please only sign up if you are fully intending to be in Canada and commence your studies at the Toronto Campus in September 2025.

Contact Us

Toronto Student Services Team: TOStudentServices@northeastern.edu