The Faculty of Arts & Science is hiring students to assist with peer-based academic and community-building programming. See position descriptions and application forms below for positions in the First Year Learning Communities (FLC) program. Visit Arts & Science Student-Staff Job Postings to see all available positions.
Computer Science FLC Peer Mentor
As part of the Student Success Programs team in the Faculty of Arts & Science, First Year Learning Communities (FLC) Peer Mentors will work under the supervision of the Student Success Programs Officer and the Associate Director, Student Success to provide mentorship and facilitate a welcoming and supportive community for a small group of first year students. FLCs are designed to improve the transition to life at university for first-year students by providing students with the opportunity to meet classmates, develop friendships, form study groups and develop academic and personal skills. Students will also be introduced to the resources, opportunities and culture of the campus and its surrounding community. Each FLC gets together on a weekly basis in the fall and winter semesters. Working within a modest budget, peer mentors will plan and facilitate academic, developmental and social activities. Each FLC is facilitated by two Peer Mentors (preferably a collaboration between a second-year student and an upper-year student) with a Staff Advisor and Faculty Advisor.
There are 42 FLC Peer Mentor positions available within the following areas: Computer Science, Economics, Humanities, Life Sciences, Mathematics, Psychology and Social Sciences.
Each Peer Mentor will be responsible for:
- Attending each FLC session from September to March during the designated FLC time.
- Creating, planning and facilitating the activities for each session.
- Serving as a resource and role model for first-year students on behalf of the University of Toronto.
- Submitting a FLC summary file tracking their session plans, attendance and budget bi-weekly.
- Meeting regularly with the staff and faculty advisor to plan the content of the FLC sessions that will include academic, developmental and social activities.
- Developing an understanding of the needs of first-year university students and building a rapport and inclusive community with their FLC students.
- Communicating with FLC students through e-mail and Quercus, responding promptly to queries and concerns.
- Communicating accurate and timely information to students about relevant faculty and university resources.
- Attending regular team meetings with your Senior Peer Mentor, Co-Peer Mentor, and Peer Mentors from other FLC sections.
- Attending professional development workshops/sessions throughout the academic year.
- Adhering to confidentiality policies and University policies.
- Reporting any issues of importance or concern to the Student Success Programs Team.
- Attending and actively participating in Peer Mentor trainings and team meetings in the fall and winter semesters.
Note: The university is based in Toronto and constituted according to Ontario law; therefore, it is our expectation that the provision of services to the university will be conducted in Ontario.
Peer Mentors must be available during their scheduled 90-minute FLC sessions from September to March. Time to be confirmed for 2025-2026 academic year.
Qualifications
- Be enrolled in a Computer Science program in the Faculty of Arts & Science.
- Successful completion of the following core courses:
- (CSC148H1 and CSC165H1) OR (CSC110H1 and CSC111H)
- MAT137H1 or MAT157Y1 or equivalent with calculus and proofs
- Experience developing and delivering programs for students and/or small group facilitation.
- Strong ability to reflect on, and communicate about, student experiences.
- Ability to work both independently and as a member of a team.
- Ability to work effectively with staff and faculty advisors, fellow peer mentors and a cohort of first-year students.
- Strong interest and passion to help new students make a positive transition to the University of Toronto.
- Strong understanding of equity, diversity & inclusion practices and experience working with diverse populations.
- Strong verbal and written communication, listening, and conflict resolution skills.
- Familiarity with resources available through the department of Computer Science, Arts & Science and University of Toronto.
- Experience as a past FLC participant, an asset.
- Successfully completed at least 4.0 credits as of the upcoming September.
- Good academic standing (minimum cumulative GPA of 2.50).
- A current undergraduate student in the Faculty of Arts & Science, St. George
- Must be enrolled in at least 2.0 FCE (full course equivalent); minimum 0.5 credits in one session and 1.5 credits in the other.
- Must continue to meet the eligibility course load for the duration of the contract.
- Students who self-identify as having a disability are eligible to participate in the Work Study program at a reduced course load.
Peer Mentors will be scheduled to work approximately 6-10 hours per week, including weekly FLC sessions and meetings, up to a maximum of 200 hours over the fall 2025 and winter 2026 terms. This position will be part of the University of Toronto work study program (subject to approval). Please note, students are only eligible to hold one work study position during the 2025 – 2026 academic year.
Rate of pay: $19.00/hour
The Faculty of Arts & Science encourages applicants that will continue to expand and diversify the backgrounds, experiences and identities amongst members of our team, including students who have joined the faculty through an access program, Black, Indigenous or racialized students, students with a disability, students of religious/spiritual communities, 2SLGBTQ+ students and mature students.
Application Deadline: January 28, 2025, at 11:59 p.m.
Please complete the application form and attach in PDF form a current resume, with your co-curricular engagement listed, and your unofficial transcript. Be advised your academic record will be reviewed to ensure you meet the minimum CGPA requirement.
Economics FLC Peer Mentor
As part of the Student Success Programs team in the Faculty of Arts & Science, First Year Learning Communities (FLC) Peer Mentors will work under the supervision of the Student Success Programs Officer and the Associate Director, Student Success to provide mentorship and facilitate a welcoming and supportive community for a small group of first year students. FLCs are designed to improve the transition to life at university for first-year students by providing students with the opportunity to meet classmates, develop friendships, form study groups and develop academic and personal skills. Students will also be introduced to the resources, opportunities and culture of the campus and its surrounding community. Each FLC gets together on a weekly basis in the fall and winter semesters. Working within a modest budget, peer mentors will plan and facilitate academic, developmental and social activities. Each FLC is facilitated by two Peer Mentors (preferably a collaboration between a second-year student and an upper-year student) with a Staff Advisor and Faculty Advisor.
There are 42 FLC Peer Mentor positions available within the following areas: Computer Science, Economics, Humanities, Life Sciences, Mathematics, Psychology and Social Sciences.
Each Peer Mentor will be responsible for:
- Attending each FLC session from September to March during the designated FLC time.
- Creating, planning and facilitating the activities for each session.
- Serving as a resource and role model for first-year students on behalf of the University of Toronto.
- Submitting a FLC summary file tracking their session plans, attendance and budget bi-weekly.
- Meeting regularly with the staff and faculty advisor to plan the content of the FLC sessions that will include academic, developmental and social activities.
- Developing an understanding of the needs of first-year university students and building a rapport and inclusive community with their FLC students.
- Communicating with FLC students through e-mail and Quercus, responding promptly to queries and concerns.
- Communicating accurate and timely information to students about relevant faculty and university resources.
- Attending regular team meetings with your Senior Peer Mentor, Co-Peer Mentor, and Peer Mentors from other FLC sections.
- Attending professional development workshops/sessions throughout the academic year.
- Adhering to confidentiality policies and University policies.
- Reporting any issues of importance or concern to the Student Success Programs Team.
- Attending and actively participating in Peer Mentor trainings and team meetings in the fall and winter semesters.
Note: The university is based in Toronto and constituted according to Ontario law; therefore, it is our expectation that the provision of services to the university will be conducted in Ontario.
Peer Mentors must be available during their scheduled 90-minute FLC sessions from September to March. Time to be confirmed for 2025-2026 academic year.
Qualifications
- Be enrolled in an Economics program in the Faculty of Arts & Science.
- Successful completion of the following core courses:
- ECO101H1 and ECO102H1
- MAT133Y1 or MAT135H1 & MAT136H1 or MAT137Y1 or MAT157Y1
- Experience developing and delivering programs for students and/or small group facilitation.
- Strong ability to reflect on, and communicate about, student experiences.
- Ability to work both independently and as a member of a team.
- Ability to work effectively with staff and faculty advisors, fellow peer mentors and a cohort of first-year students.
- Strong interest and passion to help new students make a positive transition to the University of Toronto.
- Strong understanding of equity, diversity & inclusion practices and experience working with diverse populations.
- Strong verbal and written communication, listening, and conflict resolution skills.
- Familiarity with resources available through the department of Computer Science, Arts & Science and University of Toronto.
- Experience as a past FLC participant, an asset.
- Successfully completed at least 4.0 credits as of the upcoming September.
- Good academic standing (minimum cumulative GPA of 2.50).
- A current undergraduate student in the Faculty of Arts & Science, St. George
- Must be enrolled in at least 2.0 FCE (full course equivalent); minimum 0.5 credits in one session and 1.5 credits in the other.
- Must continue to meet the eligibility course load for the duration of the contract.
- Students who self-identify as having a disability are eligible to participate in the Work Study program at a reduced course load.
Peer Mentors will be scheduled to work approximately 6-10 hours per week, including weekly FLC sessions and meetings, up to a maximum of 200 hours over the fall 2025 and winter 2026 terms. This position will be part of the University of Toronto work study program (subject to approval). Please note, students are only eligible to hold one work study position during the 2025 – 2026 academic year.
Rate of pay: $19.00/hour
The Faculty of Arts & Science encourages applicants that will continue to expand and diversify the backgrounds, experiences and identities amongst members of our team, including students who have joined the faculty through an access program, Black, Indigenous or racialized students, students with a disability, students of religious/spiritual communities, 2SLGBTQ+ students and mature students.
Application Deadline: January 28, 2025, at 11:59 p.m.
Please complete the application form and attach in PDF form a current resume, with your co-curricular engagement listed, and your unofficial transcript. Be advised your academic record will be reviewed to ensure you meet the minimum CGPA requirement.
Humanities FLC Peer Mentor
As part of the Student Success Programs team in the Faculty of Arts & Science, First Year Learning Communities (FLC) Peer Mentors will work under the supervision of the Student Success Programs Officer and the Associate Director, Student Success to provide mentorship and facilitate a welcoming and supportive community for a small group of first year students. FLCs are designed to improve the transition to life at university for first-year students by providing students with the opportunity to meet classmates, develop friendships, form study groups and develop academic and personal skills. Students will also be introduced to the resources, opportunities and culture of the campus and its surrounding community. Each FLC gets together on a weekly basis in the fall and winter semesters. Working within a modest budget, peer mentors will plan and facilitate academic, developmental and social activities. Each FLC is facilitated by two Peer Mentors (preferably a collaboration between a second-year student and an upper-year student) with a Staff Advisor and Faculty Advisor.
There are 42 FLC Peer Mentor positions available within the following areas: Computer Science, Economics, Humanities, Life Sciences, Mathematics, Psychology and Social Sciences.
Each Peer Mentor will be responsible for:
- Attending each FLC session from September to March during the designated FLC time.
- Creating, planning and facilitating the activities for each session.
- Serving as a resource and role model for first-year students on behalf of the University of Toronto.
- Submitting a FLC summary file tracking their session plans, attendance and budget bi-weekly.
- Meeting regularly with the staff and faculty advisor to plan the content of the FLC sessions that will include academic, developmental and social activities.
- Developing an understanding of the needs of first-year university students and building a rapport and inclusive community with their FLC students.
- Communicating with FLC students through e-mail and Quercus, responding promptly to queries and concerns.
- Communicating accurate and timely information to students about relevant faculty and university resources.
- Attending regular team meetings with your Senior Peer Mentor, Co-Peer Mentor, and Peer Mentors from other FLC sections.
- Attending professional development workshops/sessions throughout the academic year.
- Adhering to confidentiality policies and University policies.
- Reporting any issues of importance or concern to the Student Success Programs Team.
- Attending and actively participating in Peer Mentor trainings and team meetings in the fall and winter semesters.
Note: The university is based in Toronto and constituted according to Ontario law; therefore, it is our expectation that the provision of services to the university will be conducted in Ontario.
Peer Mentors must be available during their scheduled 90-minute FLC sessions from September to March. Time to be confirmed for 2025-2026 academic year.
Qualifications
- Be enrolled in a Humanities program in the Faculty of Arts & Science.
- Successful completion of at least two (2) of five (5) core courses:
- POL101H1
- PHL100Y1
- 100-level HIS 1.0 FCE
- 100-level ENG 1.0 FCE
- 100-level RLG 0.5 FCE
- ANT100
- Experience developing and delivering programs for students and/or small group facilitation.
- Strong ability to reflect on, and communicate about, student experiences.
- Ability to work both independently and as a member of a team.
- Ability to work effectively with staff and faculty advisors, fellow peer mentors and a cohort of first-year students.
- Strong interest and passion to help new students make a positive transition to the University of Toronto.
- Strong understanding of equity, diversity & inclusion practices and experience working with diverse populations.
- Strong verbal and written communication, listening, and conflict resolution skills.
- Familiarity with resources available through the department of Computer Science, Arts & Science and University of Toronto.
- Experience as a past FLC participant, an asset.
- Successfully completed at least 4.0 credits as of the upcoming September.
- Good academic standing (minimum cumulative GPA of 2.50).
- A current undergraduate student in the Faculty of Arts & Science, St. George
- Must be enrolled in at least 2.0 FCE (full course equivalent); minimum 0.5 credits in one session and 1.5 credits in the other.
- Must continue to meet the eligibility course load for the duration of the contract.
- Students who self-identify as having a disability are eligible to participate in the Work Study program at a reduced course load.
Peer Mentors will be scheduled to work approximately 6-10 hours per week, including weekly FLC sessions and meetings, up to a maximum of 200 hours over the fall 2025 and winter 2026 terms. This position will be part of the University of Toronto work study program (subject to approval). Please note, students are only eligible to hold one work study position during the 2025 – 2026 academic year.
Rate of pay: $19.00/hour
The Faculty of Arts & Science encourages applicants that will continue to expand and diversify the backgrounds, experiences and identities amongst members of our team, including students who have joined the faculty through an access program, Black, Indigenous or racialized students, students with a disability, students of religious/spiritual communities, 2SLGBTQ+ students and mature students.
Application Deadline: January 28, 2025, at 11:59 p.m.
Please complete the application form and attach in PDF form a current resume, with your co-curricular engagement listed, and your unofficial transcript. Be advised your academic record will be reviewed to ensure you meet the minimum CGPA requirement.
Life Sciences FLC Peer Mentor
As part of the Student Success Programs team in the Faculty of Arts & Science, First Year Learning Communities (FLC) Peer Mentors will work under the supervision of the Student Success Programs Officer and the Associate Director, Student Success to provide mentorship and facilitate a welcoming and supportive community for a small group of first year students. FLCs are designed to improve the transition to life at university for first-year students by providing students with the opportunity to meet classmates, develop friendships, form study groups and develop academic and personal skills. Students will also be introduced to the resources, opportunities and culture of the campus and its surrounding community. Each FLC gets together on a weekly basis in the fall and winter semesters. Working within a modest budget, peer mentors will plan and facilitate academic, developmental and social activities. Each FLC is facilitated by two Peer Mentors (preferably a collaboration between a second-year student and an upper-year student) with a Staff Advisor and Faculty Advisor.
There are 42 FLC Peer Mentor positions available within the following areas: Computer Science, Economics, Humanities, Life Sciences, Mathematics, Psychology and Social Sciences.
Each Peer Mentor will be responsible for:
- Attending each FLC session from September to March during the designated FLC time.
- Creating, planning and facilitating the activities for each session.
- Serving as a resource and role model for first-year students on behalf of the University of Toronto.
- Submitting a FLC summary file tracking their session plans, attendance and budget bi-weekly.
- Meeting regularly with the staff and faculty advisor to plan the content of the FLC sessions that will include academic, developmental and social activities.
- Developing an understanding of the needs of first-year university students and building a rapport and inclusive community with their FLC students.
- Communicating with FLC students through e-mail and Quercus, responding promptly to queries and concerns.
- Communicating accurate and timely information to students about relevant faculty and university resources.
- Attending regular team meetings with your Senior Peer Mentor, Co-Peer Mentor, and Peer Mentors from other FLC sections.
- Attending professional development workshops/sessions throughout the academic year.
- Adhering to confidentiality policies and University policies.
- Reporting any issues of importance or concern to the Student Success Programs Team.
- Attending and actively participating in Peer Mentor trainings and team meetings in the fall and winter semesters.
Note: The university is based in Toronto and constituted according to Ontario law; therefore, it is our expectation that the provision of services to the university will be conducted in Ontario.
Peer Mentors must be available during their scheduled 90-minute FLC sessions from September to March. Time to be confirmed for 2025-2026 academic year.
Qualifications
Arts & Science (A&S) hosts multiple Life Sciences FLCs including FLCs offered through each college and a FLC is open to all A&S students. Applicants are only eligible to apply for positions within their home college and/or positions open to all A&S students.
- Be enrolled in a Life Science program in the Faculty of Arts & Science.
- Successful completion of the following core courses:
- CHM135H and CHM136H
- BIO120H and BIO130H
- MAT137Y or MAT135H1 & MAT136H1
- Experience developing and delivering programs for students and/or small group facilitation.
- Strong ability to reflect on, and communicate about, student experiences.
- Ability to work both independently and as a member of a team.
- Ability to work effectively with staff and faculty advisors, fellow peer mentors and a cohort of first-year students.
- Strong interest and passion to help new students make a positive transition to the University of Toronto.
- Strong understanding of equity, diversity & inclusion practices and experience working with diverse populations.
- Strong verbal and written communication, listening, and conflict resolution skills.
- Familiarity with resources available through the department of Computer Science, Arts & Science and University of Toronto.
- Experience as a past FLC participant, an asset.
- Successfully completed at least 4.0 credits as of the upcoming September.
- Good academic standing (minimum cumulative GPA of 2.50).
- A current undergraduate student in the Faculty of Arts & Science, St. George
- Must be enrolled in at least 2.0 FCE (full course equivalent); minimum 0.5 credits in one session and 1.5 credits in the other.
- Must continue to meet the eligibility course load for the duration of the contract.
- Students who self-identify as having a disability are eligible to participate in the Work Study program at a reduced course load.
Peer Mentors will be scheduled to work approximately 6-10 hours per week, including weekly FLC sessions and meetings, up to a maximum of 200 hours over the fall 2025 and winter 2026 terms. This position will be part of the University of Toronto work study program (subject to approval). Please note, students are only eligible to hold one work study position during the 2025 – 2026 academic year.
Rate of pay: $19.00/hour
The Faculty of Arts & Science encourages applicants that will continue to expand and diversify the backgrounds, experiences and identities amongst members of our team, including students who have joined the faculty through an access program, Black, Indigenous or racialized students, students with a disability, students of religious/spiritual communities, 2SLGBTQ+ students and mature students.
Application Deadline: January 28, 2025, at 11:59 p.m.
Please complete the application form and attach in PDF form a current resume, with your co-curricular engagement listed, and your unofficial transcript. Be advised your academic record will be reviewed to ensure you meet the minimum CGPA requirement.
Math 137 FLC Peer Mentor
As part of the Student Success Programs team in the Faculty of Arts & Science, First Year Learning Communities (FLC) Peer Mentors will work under the supervision of the Student Success Programs Officer and the Associate Director, Student Success to provide mentorship and facilitate a welcoming and supportive community for a small group of first year students. FLCs are designed to improve the transition to life at university for first-year students by providing students with the opportunity to meet classmates, develop friendships, form study groups and develop academic and personal skills. Students will also be introduced to the resources, opportunities and culture of the campus and its surrounding community. Each FLC gets together on a weekly basis in the fall and winter semesters. Working within a modest budget, peer mentors will plan and facilitate academic, developmental and social activities. Each FLC is facilitated by two Peer Mentors (preferably a collaboration between a second-year student and an upper-year student) with a Staff Advisor and Faculty Advisor.
There are 42 FLC Peer Mentor positions available within the following areas: Computer Science, Economics, Humanities, Life Sciences, Mathematics, Psychology and Social Sciences.
Each Peer Mentor will be responsible for:
- Attending each FLC session from September to March during the designated FLC time.
- Creating, planning and facilitating the activities for each session.
- Serving as a resource and role model for first-year students on behalf of the University of Toronto.
- Submitting a FLC summary file tracking their session plans, attendance and budget bi-weekly.
- Meeting regularly with the staff and faculty advisor to plan the content of the FLC sessions that will include academic, developmental and social activities.
- Developing an understanding of the needs of first-year university students and building a rapport and inclusive community with their FLC students.
- Communicating with FLC students through e-mail and Quercus, responding promptly to queries and concerns.
- Communicating accurate and timely information to students about relevant faculty and university resources.
- Attending regular team meetings with your Senior Peer Mentor, Co-Peer Mentor, and Peer Mentors from other FLC sections.
- Attending professional development workshops/sessions throughout the academic year.
- Adhering to confidentiality policies and University policies.
- Reporting any issues of importance or concern to the Student Success Programs Team.
- Attending and actively participating in Peer Mentor trainings and team meetings in the fall and winter semesters.
Note: The university is based in Toronto and constituted according to Ontario law; therefore, it is our expectation that the provision of services to the university will be conducted in Ontario.
Peer Mentors must be available during their scheduled 90-minute FLC sessions from September to March. Time to be confirmed for 2025-2026 academic year.
Qualifications
- Be enrolled in a Mathematics program in the Faculty of Arts & Science.
- Successful completion of the following core courses:
- MAT223H1 and MAT224H1
- MAT133Y1 or MAT135H1 and MAT136H1 or MAT137Y1
- Experience developing and delivering programs for students and/or small group facilitation.
- Strong ability to reflect on, and communicate about, student experiences.
- Ability to work both independently and as a member of a team.
- Ability to work effectively with staff and faculty advisors, fellow peer mentors and a cohort of first-year students.
- Strong interest and passion to help new students make a positive transition to the University of Toronto.
- Strong understanding of equity, diversity & inclusion practices and experience working with diverse populations.
- Strong verbal and written communication, listening, and conflict resolution skills.
- Familiarity with resources available through the department of Computer Science, Arts & Science and University of Toronto.
- Experience as a past FLC participant, an asset.
- Successfully completed at least 4.0 credits as of the upcoming September.
- Good academic standing (minimum cumulative GPA of 2.50).
- A current undergraduate student in the Faculty of Arts & Science, St. George
- Must be enrolled in at least 2.0 FCE (full course equivalent); minimum 0.5 credits in one session and 1.5 credits in the other.
- Must continue to meet the eligibility course load for the duration of the contract.
- Students who self-identify as having a disability are eligible to participate in the Work Study program at a reduced course load.
Peer Mentors will be scheduled to work approximately 6-10 hours per week, including weekly FLC sessions and meetings, up to a maximum of 200 hours over the fall 2025 and winter 2026 terms. This position will be part of the University of Toronto work study program (subject to approval). Please note, students are only eligible to hold one work study position during the 2025 – 2026 academic year.
Rate of pay: $19.00/hour
The Faculty of Arts & Science encourages applicants that will continue to expand and diversify the backgrounds, experiences and identities amongst members of our team, including students who have joined the faculty through an access program, Black, Indigenous or racialized students, students with a disability, students of religious/spiritual communities, 2SLGBTQ+ students and mature students.
Application Deadline: January 28, 2025, at 11:59 p.m.
Please complete the application form and attach in PDF form a current resume, with your co-curricular engagement listed, and your unofficial transcript. Be advised your academic record will be reviewed to ensure you meet the minimum CGPA requirement.
Psychology FLC Peer Mentor
As part of the Student Success Programs team in the Faculty of Arts & Science, First Year Learning Communities (FLC) Peer Mentors will work under the supervision of the Student Success Programs Officer and the Associate Director, Student Success to provide mentorship and facilitate a welcoming and supportive community for a small group of first year students. FLCs are designed to improve the transition to life at university for first-year students by providing students with the opportunity to meet classmates, develop friendships, form study groups and develop academic and personal skills. Students will also be introduced to the resources, opportunities and culture of the campus and its surrounding community. Each FLC gets together on a weekly basis in the fall and winter semesters. Working within a modest budget, peer mentors will plan and facilitate academic, developmental and social activities. Each FLC is facilitated by two Peer Mentors (preferably a collaboration between a second-year student and an upper-year student) with a Staff Advisor and Faculty Advisor.
There are 42 FLC Peer Mentor positions available within the following areas: Computer Science, Economics, Humanities, Life Sciences, Mathematics, Psychology and Social Sciences.
Each Peer Mentor will be responsible for:
- Attending each FLC session from September to March during the designated FLC time.
- Creating, planning and facilitating the activities for each session.
- Serving as a resource and role model for first-year students on behalf of the University of Toronto.
- Submitting a FLC summary file tracking their session plans, attendance and budget bi-weekly.
- Meeting regularly with the staff and faculty advisor to plan the content of the FLC sessions that will include academic, developmental and social activities.
- Developing an understanding of the needs of first-year university students and building a rapport and inclusive community with their FLC students.
- Communicating with FLC students through e-mail and Quercus, responding promptly to queries and concerns.
- Communicating accurate and timely information to students about relevant faculty and university resources.
- Attending regular team meetings with your Senior Peer Mentor, Co-Peer Mentor, and Peer Mentors from other FLC sections.
- Attending professional development workshops/sessions throughout the academic year.
- Adhering to confidentiality policies and University policies.
- Reporting any issues of importance or concern to the Student Success Programs Team.
- Attending and actively participating in Peer Mentor trainings and team meetings in the fall and winter semesters.
Note: The university is based in Toronto and constituted according to Ontario law; therefore, it is our expectation that the provision of services to the university will be conducted in Ontario.
Peer Mentors must be available during their scheduled 90-minute FLC sessions from September to March. Time to be confirmed for 2025-2026 academic year.
Qualifications
- Be enrolled in a Psychology major or specialist/research specialist program in the Faculty of Arts & Science.
- Successful completion of the following courses:
- PSY100H1, PSY201H1 and at least two additional 200-level PSY courses (for upper-year applicants)
- PSY100H1 and successful completion or required enrolment in PSY201H1 in the upcoming year (for first-year applicants)
- Experience developing and delivering programs for students and/or small group facilitation.
- Strong ability to reflect on, and communicate about, student experiences.
- Ability to work both independently and as a member of a team.
- Ability to work effectively with staff and faculty advisors, fellow peer mentors and a cohort of first-year students.
- Strong interest and passion to help new students make a positive transition to the University of Toronto.
- Strong understanding of equity, diversity & inclusion practices and experience working with diverse populations.
- Strong verbal and written communication, listening, and conflict resolution skills.
- Familiarity with resources available through the department of Computer Science, Arts & Science and University of Toronto.
- Experience as a past FLC participant, an asset.
- Successfully completed at least 4.0 credits as of the upcoming September.
- Good academic standing (minimum cumulative GPA of 2.50).
- A current undergraduate student in the Faculty of Arts & Science, St. George
- Must be enrolled in at least 2.0 FCE (full course equivalent); minimum 0.5 credits in one session and 1.5 credits in the other.
- Must continue to meet the eligibility course load for the duration of the contract.
- Students who self-identify as having a disability are eligible to participate in the Work Study program at a reduced course load.
Peer Mentors will be scheduled to work approximately 6-10 hours per week, including weekly FLC sessions and meetings, up to a maximum of 200 hours over the fall 2025 and winter 2026 terms. This position will be part of the University of Toronto work study program (subject to approval). Please note, students are only eligible to hold one work study position during the 2025 – 2026 academic year.
Rate of pay: $19.00/hour
The Faculty of Arts & Science encourages applicants that will continue to expand and diversify the backgrounds, experiences and identities amongst members of our team, including students who have joined the faculty through an access program, Black, Indigenous or racialized students, students with a disability, students of religious/spiritual communities, 2SLGBTQ+ students and mature students.
Application Deadline: January 28, 2025, at 11:59 p.m.
Please complete the application form and attach in PDF form a current resume, with your co-curricular engagement listed, and your unofficial transcript. Be advised your academic record will be reviewed to ensure you meet the minimum CGPA requirement.
Social Sciences FLC Peer Mentor
As part of the Student Success Programs team in the Faculty of Arts & Science, First Year Learning Communities (FLC) Peer Mentors will work under the supervision of the Student Success Programs Officer and the Associate Director, Student Success to provide mentorship and facilitate a welcoming and supportive community for a small group of first year students. FLCs are designed to improve the transition to life at university for first-year students by providing students with the opportunity to meet classmates, develop friendships, form study groups and develop academic and personal skills. Students will also be introduced to the resources, opportunities and culture of the campus and its surrounding community. Each FLC gets together on a weekly basis in the fall and winter semesters. Working within a modest budget, peer mentors will plan and facilitate academic, developmental and social activities. Each FLC is facilitated by two Peer Mentors (preferably a collaboration between a second-year student and an upper-year student) with a Staff Advisor and Faculty Advisor.
There are 42 FLC Peer Mentor positions available within the following areas: Computer Science, Economics, Humanities, Life Sciences, Mathematics, Psychology and Social Sciences.
Each Peer Mentor will be responsible for:
- Attending each FLC session from September to March during the designated FLC time.
- Creating, planning and facilitating the activities for each session.
- Serving as a resource and role model for first-year students on behalf of the University of Toronto.
- Submitting a FLC summary file tracking their session plans, attendance and budget bi-weekly.
- Meeting regularly with the staff and faculty advisor to plan the content of the FLC sessions that will include academic, developmental and social activities.
- Developing an understanding of the needs of first-year university students and building a rapport and inclusive community with their FLC students.
- Communicating with FLC students through e-mail and Quercus, responding promptly to queries and concerns.
- Communicating accurate and timely information to students about relevant faculty and university resources.
- Attending regular team meetings with your Senior Peer Mentor, Co-Peer Mentor, and Peer Mentors from other FLC sections.
- Attending professional development workshops/sessions throughout the academic year.
- Adhering to confidentiality policies and University policies.
- Reporting any issues of importance or concern to the Student Success Programs Team.
- Attending and actively participating in Peer Mentor trainings and team meetings in the fall and winter semesters.
Note: The university is based in Toronto and constituted according to Ontario law; therefore, it is our expectation that the provision of services to the university will be conducted in Ontario.
Peer Mentors must be available during their scheduled 90-minute FLC sessions from September to March. Time to be confirmed for 2025-2026 academic year.
Qualifications
- Be enrolled in a Social Sciences major or specialist program in the Faculty of Arts & Science.
- Successful completion of at least two (2) of five (5) core courses:
- ANT100Y1
- WGS160Y1
- 100-level SOC 1.0 FCE
- POL101H1
- 100-level GGR 1.0 FCE
- Experience developing and delivering programs for students and/or small group facilitation.
- Strong ability to reflect on, and communicate about, student experiences.
- Ability to work both independently and as a member of a team.
- Ability to work effectively with staff and faculty advisors, fellow peer mentors and a cohort of first-year students.
- Strong interest and passion to help new students make a positive transition to the University of Toronto.
- Strong understanding of equity, diversity & inclusion practices and experience working with diverse populations.
- Strong verbal and written communication, listening, and conflict resolution skills.
- Familiarity with resources available through the department of Computer Science, Arts & Science and University of Toronto.
- Experience as a past FLC participant, an asset.
- Successfully completed at least 4.0 credits as of the upcoming September.
- Good academic standing (minimum cumulative GPA of 2.50).
- A current undergraduate student in the Faculty of Arts & Science, St. George
- Must be enrolled in at least 2.0 FCE (full course equivalent); minimum 0.5 credits in one session and 1.5 credits in the other.
- Must continue to meet the eligibility course load for the duration of the contract.
- Students who self-identify as having a disability are eligible to participate in the Work Study program at a reduced course load.
Peer Mentors will be scheduled to work approximately 6-10 hours per week, including weekly FLC sessions and meetings, up to a maximum of 200 hours over the fall 2025 and winter 2026 terms. This position will be part of the University of Toronto work study program (subject to approval). Please note, students are only eligible to hold one work study position during the 2025 – 2026 academic year.
Rate of pay: $19.00/hour
The Faculty of Arts & Science encourages applicants that will continue to expand and diversify the backgrounds, experiences and identities amongst members of our team, including students who have joined the faculty through an access program, Black, Indigenous or racialized students, students with a disability, students of religious/spiritual communities, 2SLGBTQ+ students and mature students.
Application Deadline: January 28, 2025, at 11:59 p.m.
Please complete the application form and attach in PDF form a current resume, with your co-curricular engagement listed, and your unofficial transcript. Be advised your academic record will be reviewed to ensure you meet the minimum CGPA requirement.
FLC Senior Peer Mentor
As part of the Student Success Programs team in the Faculty of Arts & Science, Senior Peer Mentors will work under the supervision of the Student Success Programs Officer and the Associate Director, Student Success, to support the First-Year Learning Communities (FLCs). Senior Peer Mentors are primarily responsible for providing support and guidance to the Peer Mentors developing programming and providing administrative support to the FLC program.
Senior Peer Mentors will be responsible for:
- Providing support to half of the FLC groups through reviewing tracker documents and providing feedback to peer mentors about planned activities.
- Assisting Student Success Programs Officers in the development and delivery of program curriculum and learning resources for FLC and SLC sessions.
- Assisting Student Success Programs Officers with administrative tasks.
- Responding to inquiries within the defined scope of the role and redirecting as appropriate.
- Maintaining regular contact with peer mentors through email; responding promptly to queries and concerns.
- Assisting in the planning and facilitation of Peer Mentor training.
- Providing accurate and timely information about faculty and campus resources to peer mentors.
- Serving as a role model for peer mentors and students as ambassadors within the faculty.
- Meeting with Student Success Programs Officers regularly.
- Facilitating Peer Mentor team meeting on a regular basis.
- Reporting any issues of importance or concern to the Student Success Programs team.
- Monthly check-in meetings with the Peer Mentors.
- Supporting projects to enhance the Learning Communities program (e.g. social media and website).
Note: The university is based in Toronto and constituted according to Ontario law; therefore, it is our expectation that the provision of services to the university will be conducted in Ontario.
Peer Mentors must be available during their scheduled 90-minute FLC sessions from September to March. Time to be confirmed for 2025-2026 academic year.
Qualifications
- A familiarity with the Arts & Science community and resources at the University of Toronto
- Ability to collaborate effectively with peer mentors, staff and faculty advisors and other campus partners.
- Strong verbal and written communication, listening, and conflict resolution skills
- Experience in program delivery and/or small group facilitation
- Experience working on teams, especially in a leadership capacity
- Strong ability to reflect on, and communicate about, student experiences
- Good attention to detail
- Ability to work both independently and as a member of a team
- Strong understanding of Equity, Diversity & Inclusion practices and experience working with diverse populations
- Registered as an undergraduate student in good academic standing (minimum cumulative GPA of 2.50)
- Previous experience as an FLC Peer Mentor an asset
- A current undergraduate student in the Faculty of Arts & Science, St. George
- Must be enrolled in at least 2.0 FCE (full course equivalent); minimum 0.5 credits in one session and 1.5 credits in the other.
- Must continue to meet the eligibility course load for the duration of the contract.
Peer Mentors will be scheduled to work approximately 6-10 hours per week, including weekly FLC sessions and meetings, up to a maximum of 200 hours over the fall 2025 and winter 2026 terms. This position will be part of the University of Toronto work study program (subject to approval). Please note, students are only eligible to hold one work study position during the 2025 – 2026 academic year.
Rate of pay: $19.00/hour
The Faculty of Arts & Science encourages applicants that will continue to expand and diversify the backgrounds, experiences and identities amongst members of our team, including students who have joined the faculty through an access program, Black, Indigenous or racialized students, students with a disability, students of religious/spiritual communities, 2SLGBTQ+ students and mature students.
Application Deadline: January 28, 2025, at 11:59 p.m.
Please complete the application form and attach in PDF form a current resume, with your co-curricular engagement listed, and your unofficial transcript. Be advised your academic record will be reviewed to ensure you meet the minimum CGPA requirement.
