SIGC Peer Support Programme

Dear Current and Previous SIGC Interns,

Are you a Faculty of Social Sciences student who has completed or is currently undertaking your Student-Initiated Global Citizenship (SIGC) internship this Summer 2025? Do you have at least one academic year remaining at HKU after Summer 2025 (i.e., not graduating before May 2026)? We invite you to apply as one of 5 paid SIGC Peers in the SIGC Peer Support Programme, where you will empower peers with career skills and support their SIGC applications!

Details:
– Role: SIGC Peer (5 SIGC Peers needed for October 2025 to April 2026) (HK$70/hr)

Responsibilities:
– Deliver up to 4 virtual 30-minute sessions per month from October 2025 to April 2026, providing tailored advice on CV/cover letter writing, interview preparation, and SIGC internship applications.
– Share your internship experiences to inform best practices.
– Support the development of the SIGC programme through assisting in resource development.

Training: A comprehensive training session will be provided to prepare you for this role

Why Join?
– Get Paid: Earn for sharing your expertise.
– Develop Skills: Enhance mentoring, communication, and leadership abilities.
– Make an Impact: Support peers in succeeding in SIGC internships and achieving career goals, and contribute to enhancing the SIGC programme.
– Flexible Commitment: Max 4 sessions/month, with Faculty-coordinated scheduling and Zoom links.

Eligibility
– Have completed or are currently undertaking a SIGC internship.
– Have at least one academic year remaining at HKU after Summer 2025.

If you are interested in participating, please complete this application form. Your involvement would greatly enhance the experience for our current students and contribute to a supportive community.

The Experiential Learning team will review your application and reach out to you by mid-August if you are shortlisted.
*Kindly note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Submission deadline:
August 1, 2025 (Friday)