Peer Program
Career Centre Peers (CCPs) are essential to the success of the Career Centre. Being a CCP provides you with an excellent opportunity to build your work-related skills and increase your knowledge of career development strategies. You will work individually and as a part of a team in specific roles within the program. The CCP Program is also a valuable addition to your Laurier Experience Record and resumé.
Outreach and Support Peers
- Assist with the promotion of Career Centre events, services and programs. This includes staffing weekly Career Centre information booths on campus as well as developing and implementing marketing plans for Career Centre events, contests and outreach initiatives.
- Provide resumé feedback and resources to your peers at both on-campus Career Centre information booths and during Career Centre drop-in hours (Mondays to Fridays, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.).
- Conduct interviews with alumni on their career paths to produce career profile articles and author relevant articles for the "Career Forward" e-newsletter.
- Attend various Career Centre events.
This position will allow you to develop your presentation, marketing, consulting, organizational, research and writing skills. We need volunteers who are outgoing, possess excellent written and verbal communication skills and are passionate about helping their peers succeed.
Role Requirements
In addition to the qualities listed above for each role, we are looking for volunteers who will provide:
- A commitment of five hours per week in both fall and winter terms.
- A passion for helping their peers succeed.
- A willingness to take on projects that will enhance their own career development.
- Creativity, initiative and reliability.
We have high expectations
New volunteers begin preparation for their duties in advance by completing the Career Development Certificate virtual workshops and e-training assignments over the summer months. Then, they participate in two days of on-site training during Orientation Week in September.
Application Procedure
Applications for 2020/21 are now closed. For further information about the CCP program at the Waterloo campus, email Stacey Campbell at slcampbell@wlu.ca.
If you are interested in volunteering at the Career Centre in Brantford, email careerbrantford@wlu.ca.
Testimonials
"As a Career Centre Peer, I was able to leverage many free resources at the Career Centre (accessible to all students) to search for summer internships and
“The Peer Program prepared me well for life after university and was also one of the more rewarding experiences of my university career. I was able to gain confidence and further my communication skills, which is essential in my career today. Moreover, critiquing resumés helped me to recognize a well-written resumé, which is important in any field you pursue." Lorena Rogovsky, BBA '17, CMiC, HR Administrator
2020/21 Career Centre Peers: Waterloo Campus
Suhavi Garg
Hi Golden Hawks! I am excited to be an Outreach and Support Peer for the 2020/21 school year. I am a second year Business Administration student with a minor in French. I have an interest in human resources but I also want to explore other areas. The Career Centre staff, workshops and events have been great in guiding me to further research on my prospective career. It is never too early to start and I hope to help you with your career journey in whatever way possible. Feel free to get in touch (even if it is virtually) and Stay Golden!
Megan Gregorchuk
Hey fellow Golden Hawks! I’m currently a third-year student in the Honours Psychology program at Laurier and I’m very excited to return to the Career Centre team as a 2020/21 Peer. I have an interest in research and sports psychology, but I haven’t decided exactly where to take my degree. Making that choice can be confusing! Luckily, the Career Centre is here to help you find your path and support you along the way. There are plenty of resources, appointments and workshops offered to help guide you. Feel free to stop by during drop-in hours, as I would be happy to help. Stay golden.
Noor Huddah
Hello fellow Golden Hawks! I’m looking forward to being one of your Outreach and Support Peers for the 2020/21 school year. I will be entering my third year as a Political Science student. I aspire to be a lawyer by day and a painter by night. Learning more about the Career Centre and its’ invaluable resources in my first year was one of the first things I did when I came to Laurier and I realized the Career Centre is always there to help. We experience the tension before an interview, the pressure of filling out long applications, and the discouragement after a rejection. The Career Centre is here to provide the support you need as we want to see you succeed. You can bring us your obstacles and we can help you find the solutions!
Hadley Lovell
Hello, fellow Golden Hawks! I am currently a Psychology & Neuroscience student in my fourth year. Laurier has many resources to help you gain information and provide you with opportunities for the future. I am eager to help you navigate everything this university has to offer for your future career. As a student who has struggled with applying for jobs, career planning and networking - the Career Centre is a great place that offers some amazing and helpful resources. I look forward to meeting you during this 2020/21 academic year and I’m very excited to see what this year brings
Devyn Maybee
Hello, fellow Golden Hawks! I am currently going into my third year of Communication Studies with minors in Psychology and Film Studies. Despite not knowing exactly what I want to do in the future, I am currently exploring my many interests and intend to pursue a master's degree in communications. I am so excited to join this team as an Outreach and Support Peer for the 2020/21 semesters and am eager to help you succeed in your academic and professional careers. The Career Centre has been an asset to me during my time at Laurier and I want to encourage all students to take advantage of the resources and expertise available to them.
Almas Muqeem
Hey, Golden Hawks! I am so delighted to join the Career Centre as an Outreach Peer for 2020/21. I am a third-year Global Studies student with the Social Entrepreneurship option. As someone who has changed degrees and career paths, I understand the struggle of figuring out what to do. Through what I have learned from my journey, I wish to help others who are in similar situations to achieve their goals by using the services offered at the Career Centre. The Career Centre offers several resources that are helpful in navigating career paths and I encourage all Laurier students to leverage these!
Claire Nicholson
Hi Golden Hawks! I’m thrilled to return to the Career Centre as an Outreach Peer for 2020/21. I am a fourth-year Political Science student with the Legal Studies option. In my experience, it is difficult finding your career path. I work part-time as a Pharmacy Assistant and I am constantly told by Pharmacists that I would be an amazing pharmacist. However, my dream is to become a lawyer. I think it’s possible to merge what you’re good at, with your dream - which is why I want to specialize in health law. To help with this, the Career Centre offers many different ways to help you navigate your own career path. Be sure to stop in and use the tools we have to offer.
Phiriyangha Panchalingam
Hey Golden Hawks! I am very excited to return as an Outreach and Support Peer for the 2020/21 school year. I am in my third year of the BBA program while pursuing a minor in Psychology. Learning more about the Career Centre and its invaluable resources in my first year was one of the best things to happen to me at Laurier. I encourage you to learn about the variety of services that are offered to help you with your own career development journey. Feel free to drop by - I would be more than glad to help you
Rebecca Regino
Hey Golden Hawks! I am a third year Communication Studies student with the Sustainability option. I’m thrilled to be joining the Career Centre as an Outreach and Support Peer for the 2020/21 school year. The Career Centre is an amazing resource for Laurier students that provides great appointments and workshops on topics ranging from networking to resumé writing. As someone who has struggled with understanding my career path and options, the services and information at the Career Centre has helped prepare me for post-graduation. I look forward to connecting with you this academic year!
Emma Scholtz
Hello Golden Hawks! Not only am I completing my placement for the Career Development Practitioner Program at Conestoga College with the Laurier Career Centre, but I also happen to be a Laurier alum! Given my past experience as a Golden Hawk and obtaining my BA in Sociology in 2014, I know how scary it is to not only learn about the various careers in society, but how intimidating choosing that career can be. Let me tell you, with my current studies in career development, I cannot reiterate how many great resources and workshops are available to you during your time at Lauier and I highly encourage you to utilize them. As a 2020/21 Outreach and Support Peer, I look forward to meeting you and helping you in your career development journey! Trust me, it’s fun!
Tanvi Patel
Hey Golden Hawks! I am going into my second year in the BBA program and will be one of the Outreach and Support Peers for the 2020/2021 school year. I am not quite sure of what I will be concentrating in, but with the help of the Career Centre and the numerous resources available, I look forward to figuring it out. The Career Centre is a great place to be, from networking opportunities to advice on job prospects to improving your resumé. I look forward to learning and gaining further insights into the Laurier community as well as advancing my own skills for the betterment of fellow Golden Hawks.
Lauren Wilk
Hello fellow Golden Hawks! I am looking forward to being one of your Outreach and Support Peers for the 2020/21 school year. I am entering my second year of Honours Economics with a Legal Studies option and Political Science minor. Upon graduation, I hope to continue my academic journey by attending law school. Utilizing the Career Centre has helped me learn more about myself and establish the path I wish to take to become a lawyer. I am excited to help students learn more about themselves and be able to put it in writing on a resumé and cover letter for employers to see. The Career Centre offers a wide range of services, such as guiding students who are unsure of what they want to do in the future, students who want to get involved in the Laurier community, and who want to enhance their job search process! Thinking about your future can be intimidating, which is why the Career Centre offers support to help turn dreams into a reality. Stay golden and cheers to a safe and memorable year!