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Grocery Clerk, Innovation Manager, Event planning, marketing, and communications intern

Social Science Orientation Leader, Learning and Performance Strategy and Innovation Coordinator Summer intern at RBC, Co-Founder/Co-President of Western Rehab Club

Sales & Trading Analyst (TD Securities) Venture Capital Analyst (Front Row Ventures) Analyst (Ramsey Lake Partners)

My name is Jocelyn (she/her) and I’m entering my fourth year in the Fall. I’m the co-president of McMaster Design League where we host UI/UX and CAD related workshops and designathons, and I’m an electrical member of the Mars Rover team where I’m working on supporting the automation of on-rover science experiments! Feel free to chat with me about the clubs I’m in, organization tips, the medical device field, meal-prepping, or any questions you may have :) My current/past internships in the biomedical engineering field include: · Embedded Developer @ Verv Technologies · Deep Learning Research Assistant @ BZhang Lab

I am currently working as a software developer at Ross Video

For the past two years I have been an executive member of the Women in Science organization at Western I established the first high school mentorship program between current Western students and over 80 high school students nationwide. I had many responsibilities such as leading workshops and developing guidebooks for mentors and mentees regarding the structure of the program. This gives me a unique insight into the ins and outs of maintaining mentorship programs similar to what LEAP has. It's also why I value accountability and dedication to being a mentor. I believe this leadership role especially equips me to be a mentor as I know the administrative side of the program as well as what it means to be a good mentor. For me, that has to do with communication which is why I and my fellow executives would have monthly check-ins with our mentors and mentees as well as host workshops to provide more insight into relevant topics like university applications and mental health while providing a chance for pairs to talk to one another with our guidance and support whenever it was needed. These experiences have allowed me to talk directly to mentors and mentees as well as meet their concerns whether that be through more workshops or helping them start conversations by giving them icebreakers. I've also been able to help mentor students through the program so I recognize the needs and questions high school students often have. My first year of undergrad had its highs and lows as everyone does but what I think helps me better meet the needs of my mentors is the fact that I personally was a mentee in undergraduate mentorship programs at my university and I have reached out to educational counsellors. This has helped me communicate my needs about the transition from high school to university including the pressure to meet my own expectations, adjusting to commuting as well as juggling personal responsibilities with a heavier workload. I also appreciate how helpful it is when the mentor reaches out first and checks in often as mentees are often nervous or lost as to how to start the conversation. Introducing ourselves even through emails and establishing ground rules about the topics that can be addressed and at what times can help provide more structure and guidance to mentees which I personally was grateful for. Most of all though, I think given all the responsibilities mentors and mentees both have it’s so easy to lose contact but when a mentor sends in a quick message just to check-in it can make a hug impact. That's why my hope is that regardless of how long I mentor any of my students I want them to know that they can always reach out to me even after the term of the program may finish. I want to create long-lasting relationships with my mentees and make sure they know that they aren't alone through this transition.

Hello! My name is Katie and I am a fourth year student at UBC who is passionate about Indigenous rights, self sovereignty and gender justice. I have worked in marketing at the UBC Magazine for the past two years and have written for UBC's Student Newspaper, the Ubyssey alongside participating in many other UBC projects. Outside of school, I enjoy taking yoga classes, hiking and painting! Feel free to reach out to me with any questions about UBC, scholarships or getting involved in different opportunities. · Editorial Assistant at UBC Magazine, 2021-Present · Research Assistant at Royal Roads University, 2022 · Métis Nation BC Mental Health and Wellness Initiative · Youth Advisory Committee for the Canadian Women's Foundation · The Gord Downie and Chanie Wenjack Fund Youth Ambassador Program · UBC Go Global: Indigenous Global Connections Program · TEDx Media Volunteer

Hi I'm Nathniel and I am a second year Rotman Commerce student specializing in finance and economics. In my free time I like to hike, read comics, and weightlift. My favorite sports are basketball, mixed martial arts, and rowing and I hope to one day watch the Monaco GP live. • Internship as a Corporate Branch Analyst at Investment Planning Counsel • Private Equity Analyst at Bay Street Capital Investments.

Nuclear EIT at AECOM (current position); Junior Mechanical Designer at Smith and Andersen (co-op); Culvert Inspector at Ferrovial (co-op)

Hi! I'm Kate, a (semi) recent graduate who has a passion for learning and helping others which has led me to this wonderful organization! I love to read, play RPGs, and am currently learning to crochet!I have extensive experience with the research specialization at Waterloo as well as the process for writing an honours thesis, working as an RA, volunteering under several organizations on campus (AccessAbility services, Women's Centre, Department of Psychology), and I was the treasurer of the Tea and Culture Club during my time on campus! I'm open to helping people navigate the process of university and am hoping to demystify the experience for anyone feeling nervous about becoming a post-secondary student! · Peer Mentor - Department of Psychology & Women's Centre Research Assistant · Woods Lab & PIRT Lab Online Learning Assistant - Faculty of Arts

Hey everyone, my name is James, I’m 21 years old and originally from Ottawa, ON. I grew up playing soccer and I’m a huge fan but I love to play all kinds of sports. Fun fact: my family had 7 dogs at the same time. · Ottawa Hospital Research Institute (OHRI) lab research · Tutor for high school math & science · McGill Pharmacology lab research & NSERC award winner

As I finished high school, I wasn’t sure what I wanted to pursue but there were three fields that I was interested in: economics, education, and business. Because of this, I decided to study economics during my first two years at Western before switching to business at Ivey, still keeping the option of pursuing a career in education in the future. In my free time, I enjoy playing piano and chess, prompting me to run a music account on Instagram (@indecisive.eric) and be a part of the executive team at the Western Chess and Go Club. I enjoy connecting with others so being active in clubs and mentoring as a residence don has been a core part of that experience. Always looking forward to chat, so feel free to reach out! Internship Experiences • Summer 2023: pointA, Business Development Intern • March-August 2023: Jobby, Business Development Intern • Summer 2022: Statistics Canada, Student Economist

Hi I’m Ashton! I’m super interested in sustainability and technology. I love the movie Cars and I’m a huge fan of Lightning McQueen. I’m also currently training for a triathlon and love cycling along the Toronto waterfront. · Fund management intern at SVX · Co-Founder of an AWS backed startup Project lead and client acquisition and FreshSight · Queen’s Consulting

Hi, my name is Saebohmi, In my free time I like to play the piano and dabble in video editing! · Women's Resource Center Volunteer at the University of Ottawa. · Research Assistant at the University of Ottawa helping with an intersectional analysis on quality care in health care research.

Startup co-founder, Finance coordinator at Communitech, Various campus business club experiences

1) I was the co-founder of a youth mental health organization called Mindscape which aimed to breakdown the idea that mental health is only important when you hit rock bottom. 2) I’m part of a committee called NextGEN which is a part of a high school program called The MINA Project. This program provides high school students who are facing barriers the opportunities to meet professionals, develop soft skills and prepare resumes and interview skills. The committee I’m a part of works on providing beneficial resources for the students, improving engagement for events and mentoring them in meaningful ways. 3) I am an Outreach Communication Strategist for a start up healthcare app called HosTalky. It aims to be a centralized communication hub for healthcare workers.

Math and English Tutor, FrontEnd Developer

BHYS Data Collection Volunteer, Psychology Intern, International Student

- Graduated from the IB program at my high school - Applied to numerous business schools in Canada but ultimately ended up accepting my Western offer

MEDLIFE Queen’s president, research student volunteer at Queen’s and UHN, tutored (paid) and mentored (unpaid) high school students