What is a Study Abroad Peer Advisor?
Peer advisors (PAs) are Bentley students who have participated in Bentley Study Abroad programs and are knowledgeable and passionate about the educational and personal benefits of international education.
What do Study Abroad Peer Advisors do?
The PA’s are trained volunteers who represent the Office of International Education, acting as student liaisons to educate the Bentley University community about international opportunities. Some events they help at throughout the academic year are study abroad fairs, open house, accepted students day, program meetings, and Pre-Departure Orientation. The time commitment for each semester is at least three events per semester, not including the PA Welcome Event and any preparation meeting for specific events. For students considering education abroad, or students preparing to depart, a PA is an extremely valuable resource!
When is Peer Advisor training?
PA’s are required to attend one group training each semester, also known as the Peer Advisor Welcome Event. This event is held during an activity period at the start of the semester. The training provides tools for understanding general Bentley study abroad information, improving public speaking, intercultural learning and how to apply your abroad experience to your personal, academic, and professional life.
What will I gain by becoming a Peer Advisor?
PAs continue to maximize their study abroad experience by sharing it with others. PAs gain experience and develop skills in leadership, public speaking, and networking for professional development.
How can I express interest?
We accept interest forms on a rolling basis in summer and winter until we reach capacity or by the start of each semester. Fall term PAs may express interest from May-August. Spring term PAs may express interest from November-February.
Students who complete an interest form will receive an invitation to the mandatory PA Welcome Event in September (for Fall term) or February (for Spring term) which is scheduled during an activity period.
Please consider before applying:
We are looking for enthusiastic and committed students who are excited about sharing their study abroad experience and wisdom. To express interest, please complete the Study Abroad Peer Advisor Form during the recruiting months.
Incomplete applications will not be considered.