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Intern Mentoring Program

Intern Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

How long does the program run for?
  • In 2009, the inaugural year, the program will run from December and follow interns to graduation in December 2010. You may wish to continue the mentoring arrangement by mutual consent after the formal program finishes.
How do I apply to have a mentor?
Vet Student

Peruse the list of mentors from our mentor database and contact an available mentor you are interested in. If you have specific needs discuss these with your potential mentor to determine if he or she is willing and able to meet them.

When you have a mentor’s consent click on the intern application button and complete and submit the form so that your mentor-mentee relationship can be acknowledged.

How often should I have contact with my mentor?
  • In order to get to know one another and create a strong foundation for the relationship, the Program Director requests that you have contact at least weekly for the first month. Ongoing contact frequency can be worked out by mutual consent but should be at least monthly. Your mentor understands that at times, for a variety of reasons, you may need more contact.
What if the relationship doesn’t seem to be working?
  • As in any relationship unanticipated challenges sometimes arise. It’s important to identify early on, talk about and try to resolve any difficulties as they arise with open, honest and respectful communication. David Foote, the Program Director, is available to offer guidance and support to mentors and interns as needed. Please contact David using the details located in the contacts site.
  • One of the key elements of a healthy mentoring relationship is the establishment of trust and mutual respect. In order to foster this, please aim to be reliable and punctual for meeting arrangements and give reasonable notice if you need to change an arrangement.
What am I committing to?
  • Honouring the agreement and contact arrangements you make with your mentor;
  • Contacting David Foote if you are experiencing difficulties that you cannot resolve.