Apply to be a Career Peer!

The 2025-2026 Career Peers application is now closed

Career Peers Program Overview

Working in collaboration with the Career Development Office, the Career Peers are highly committed students who build career community at Sloan and serve as resources for first year MBA Sloanies navigating the diverse set of MBA career paths and internship opportunities.  The selected students will offer peer career mentorship throughout the academic year linking career education and the internship search to help create an environment where students can feel supported in pursuing their career aspirations and connecting with the dynamic MIT Sloan community. 

CONTRIBUTIONS:

Career Peers offer individual and large group peer career guidance and support 1Y MBAs in various ways. This could include participating in CDO programming/ events such as sharing insights at an industry-focused recruiting session/panel, or conducting a resume review or practicing a mock interview with a 1Y MBA. Career Peers also regularly engage in 1:1 meetings with students to provide peer insights and perspectives on the internship recruiting process. See the Expectations section below for additional details.

 

BENEFITS:

  • Develop your career and mentoring toolkit: gain expertise in career exploration and experience in delivering feedback and peer mentorship, share industry insights, etc.
  • Build community with 1st year Sloanies, pass on traditions and knowledge.
  • Connect with the larger CDO Career Community including CDO Staff and Sloan Industry Advisors.
  • Techcash reward: Career Peers will be given $300 in techcash at the beginning of each semester ($600 total for the year). 

EXPECTATIONS:

  • Attend a welcome lunch on May 8, 2025 from 11:45 am – 12:45 pm 
  • Attend a 2x Training sessions (one in September + a refresher in February) dates TBA
  • Meet with either Lindsey or Grace (CDO Career Peer leads) each semester to check in.
  • Reach out to and have 1:1 peer meetings with 1Y students.
  • Attend up to 3 CDO events per semester (exact number will vary depending on MBA programming TBD). These events may include: Career Core classes, industry-focused resume reviews, group industry-focused sessions, Career Peer panels, mock interviews, and Job Search Accountability Groups, among others. 


FAQs:

  1. Who can apply?
    Any rising 2Y MBA student in good standing can apply.
  2. What is the selection timeline?
    Career Peers will be selected prior to the end of the Spring term for a Fall term start (see application for specific dates).
  3. Can I be a Career Peer in addition to other roles on campus?
    Yes! The Career Peers Program is designed to increase optionality for student involvement on campus. Career Peers can (and often do) also serve as Core Mentors or Club Leaders.
  4. What is the time commitment?
    The program runs through the full academic year. Career Peers can expect to spend approximately 11-12 hours per semester engaging with 1Y MBAs and/or CDO staff in this role.
  5. Who can I contact with questions?
    Please reach out to cdocareerpeers_info@mit.edu with any questions