We’re looking for students passionate about health and wellness to share information and help students make informed decisions about their health and wellness.
Peer wellness program
The Peer Wellness Program raises awareness about health and wellness topics on campus using a peer-to-peer model.
Join our community of volunteers!
Available positions
Applications for 2026–2027 are now closed. Please check back regularly for upcoming opportunities. For questions, please email [email protected].
Peer wellness educator (outreach and education)
As a peer wellness educator you will be placed on one of our five teams: Mental Health, Nutritional and Physical Health, Harm Reduction, Sexual Health, or Population Health. Each team delivers evidence-based messages from the wellness curriculum and engages in various types of campus outreach to give students the tools and knowledge to make informed decisions about their health and wellness. You will:
- Support the team by suggesting fun and creative ways to help students learn about health topics.
- Participate in outreach activities: Engage with students on campus, sharing easy-to-understand health and wellness information to help them make informed choices.
- Support a wide range of wellness events (such as wellness events and workshops, the Therapy Dog Program, Welcome Week, uOttawa Open Houses, vaccination clinics, etc.) by assisting with setup, coordination, and student outreach.
Position details
Who can apply ?
Undergraduate students from any faculty can apply.
Requirements
- Three hours per week commitment (early September to early April, with the possibility of extension to summer)
- Complete mandatory online training during the summer on Brightspace (details will be provided upon selection for the position)
- Attend a one-day mandatory in-person training session in late August
- Bilingualism in English and French is required, with fluency in one language and basic proficiency in the other.
Why join us?
You will:
- Earn hours for your Co-curricular Record
- Meet other students
- Enjoy a flexible schedule
- Contribute to building a culture of wellness on campus
- Qualify for one of our many WSP position
- Gain valuable, transferable skills applicable to academic, professional, and personal settings
“I love that this position allows me to meet students where they are, listen without judgment and help them feel seen and supported. I feel fulfilled helping them access mental health resources they may not have known existed.”
Sam Drew
— Peer wellness educator on our Mental Health team
Reach out to us
Your health and wellness are essential to your academic success, but sometimes it’s hard to keep them top of mind.
If you have questions about yourself or your health and wellness, or need help facing challenges, reach out to us. We’re a judgment-free zone. You can also email us for questions.