It's nice for my mentors to know that I am someone who can relate to their situation.
We welcome applications from students from a wide range of backgrounds, but especially those with experience of studying abroad themselves.
My mentor has been really kind and patient with the questions I’ve had and helped me immensely. She even routed me to the correct point of contacts within the Uni for several queries and went out of her way to make sure I feel comfortable attending events especially organized by Uni for new students.
Neha, international student
Join the biggest mentoring scheme across the University, meet new people, gain new experiences, all whilst enhancing your CV!
Benefits of being a International Peer Mentor
- Help a new student to enjoy their new University of Exeter life, meet new faces and even make new friends from around the world
- Develop leadership, cultural awareness, communication, problem solving and organisational skills - it looks great on your CV!
- Share your own experiences and make some new ones
- Get recognition for your volunteering through the Exeter Award
Check in to our opportunities and events: https://www.instagram.com/internationalpeermentors/
International Peer Mentoring: Exeter Campuses September 2025
We are looking for 100 International Peer Mentors (volunteer, unpaid role).
We welcome applications from any student, but especially welcome applications from international and EU students, as well as those returning from Study Abroad themselves. This is perfect for 2nd year students looking to have fun and add some experience to their CV.
If you would like to be considered as an International Peer Mentor, it is essential that you are committed to the whole 6 week programme 22 September - 31 October 2025) and that you are a registered student and attending classes at university during this period.
This means you should:
- Complete peer mentor training (approximately 1 hour online over the summer and before you are allocated any mentees)
- Join the follow the International Peer Mentoring instagram account
- Email your mentees at the beginning of term and reply to their emails and questions about settling in at Exeter
- Arrange to meet your mentees face to face at least once
- Attend the ‘Meet Your Mentor’ event in week 1 and ongoing social events throughout term 1 - the scheme is only ever as successful as its mentors and mentees engagement!
- Respond to the Exit Questionnaire
- We estimate that the commitment time is 1-2 hours per week for 6 weeks.
Benefits of being an International Peer Mentor:
- Help a new student to enjoy their new University of Exeter life, meet new faces and even make new friends from around the world
- Develop leadership, cultural awareness, communication, problem solving and organisational skills - it looks great on your CV!
- Share your own experiences and make some new ones
- Get recognition for your volunteering through the Exeter Award
Click here to apply to be a mentor for September 2025 programme.
Closing date for mentor applications: 11 July 2025
International Peer Mentoring: Penryn Campus September 2025
Join the International Peer Mentoring Scheme: Become a Mentor!
Are you looking to boost your CV, make lifelong friends from around the world, and contribute to a vibrant student community? The International Peer Mentoring scheme at the University of Exeter in Cornwall is recruiting enthusiastic student mentors to welcome and support incoming international students as they adjust to life in Cornwall.
What’s involved?
- Complete the online mentor training
- Attend the Meet Your Mentor event in September.
- Share your experiences, answer questions, and provide friendly guidance to your mentee, online or in person throughout September and October.
Who can apply?
We welcome applications from all current students who are friendly, reliable, and keen to help others. Previous mentoring or international experience is not required-just a willingness to get involved and make a positive impact!
Ready to take the next step? Apply now to become an International Peer Mentor and help shape an inclusive campus community while developing skills that will set you apart!
We know that finding out an answer to your questions (no matter how small!), settling in quickly once you get here, feeling comfortable and meeting some local students are crucial to getting the most out of your studies here at the University of Exeter and enjoying the UK. International Peer Mentoring can help you achieve this.
Check in to our opportunities and events:
https://www.instagram.com/internationalpeermentors/
Benefits of having a mentor:
- Settle in to University of Exeter life faster
- Someone to answer your questions
- Someone to introduce you to societies, clubs and sports
- A great way to meet other students of all nationalities
International Peer Mentoring: Exeter campuses
Applications for January 2025 new students are now open.
If you would like to apply late please email your name, Exeter email address and course to globalchums@exeter.ac.uk and we will be in touch.
If you would like to be part of the programme it is essential that you:
- Have a confirmed arrival date in Exeter.
Reply to your mentor’s email / contact - Try to attend the online social events, which will be held during the second term.
- Respond to the International Peer Mentoring Exit Questionnaire
Places are limited and are allocated on a first come first served basis.
Application deadline: Sunday 19 January 2025
Complete this form as fully as you can. We will then try and match you with a suitable mentor who will be able to provide you with some support and friendship as you settle in at the University Exeter.
The information provided here will solely be used by International Peer Mentoring administrators and your mentor for this purpose and will not be passed on to any third party, for any other purposes. Please contact globalchums@exeter.ac.uk with any questions or comments.
Click here to complete the online application form
International Peer Mentoring: Penryn campus
If you would like to be allocated a mentor, please email: globalchums-cornwall@exeter.ac.uk with your name, student number, email address and course title.
If you would like to be part of the programme it is essential that you:
- Reply to your mentor’s email / contact.
- Try to attend the online social events, which will be held during the second term.
- Respond to the International Peer Mentoring Exit Questionnaire
If you are a returning student or PHD student, and feel you would benefit from being part of the mentor programme, please contact: globalchums-cornwall@exeter.ac.uk
The information provided here will solely be used by International Peer Mentoring administrators and your mentor for this purpose and will not be passed on to any third party, for any other purposes. Please contact: globalchums@exeter.ac.uk with any questions or comments.