Student Employment - Indigenous Services Peer Mentor
Quick answer
Okanagan College is hiring a Student Employment - Indigenous Services Peer Mentor in Penticton, BC, paying $18.42 per hour, for a non-regular on-call position from September 1, 2026, to December 31, 2026.
- Role
- Student Employment - Indigenous Services Peer Mentor
- Organization
- Okanagan College
- Location
- Penticton, BC
- Level
- Entry
- Compensation
- $18.42
- Category
- Other
The role
The Student Employee – Indigenous Services Peer Mentor will assist the Indigenous Access & Services Coordinator and support Indigenous students at Okanagan College through various duties including peer mentor training, event coordination, and center maintenance.
What you'll do
- Participate in peer mentor training, meetings and check-ins with Indigenous Access Services (IAS) staff
- Inform visitors and peers about IAS
- Engage with all peers in the Indigenous Centre and inform and encourage them to engage in social events
- Assist on how to navigate through the College environment
- Submit completed student help forms to supervisor
- Assist with and attend IAS and campus events
What it takes
- Minimum 1 year in an accredited post-secondary program and be registered in a post-secondary program at Okanagan College
- Prior work experience is an asset
- Basic understanding of Aboriginal people and culture, and/or desire to increase awareness
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (word, excel), internet
- Prompt and self-motivated
- Organizational and time-management
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Penticton, BC.
What is the compensation?
The compensation is $18.42 per hour.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include a minimum of 1 year in an accredited post-secondary program, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and organizational and time-management skills.
How do I apply?
Applications should be submitted by October 16, 2026, and can be directed to the Indigenous Access & Services Coordinator at Okanagan College.
How to apply
Apply directly on Okanagan College's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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