Global Scholars Mentoring: Volunteer with High School 11th & 12th Grade Students

Mentor a high school refugee student as they explore their post-secondary options!

Offer support and guidance as students navigate academic coursework, college applications, future plans, and more.

Mentorship Commitment

Our Scholars mentoring program offers several commitment options:

• Full Year: January–December 2027
• Spring Semester: January–June 2027
• Fall Semester: August–December 2027
• One Semester (No Preference): Open to either spring or fall 2027

Before completing the application, please review the description and qualifications below. We look forward to meeting you!

Mentor Responsibilities include:

• Building a supportive relationship with a refugee student
• Meeting with your mentee in person at least twice per month
• Checking in with your mentee weekly
• Guiding students through academic, career, and college planning
• Helping connect students to additional community resources
• Communicating & collaborating with PAIR staff for continued support, including monthly 15-minute phone check-ins
• Documenting student meetings by the 5th of each month (example: all October notes submitted by November 5th)

Qualifications:

• 21+ years of age
• Must have a driver’s license and reliable access to an insured vehicle
• Background check and mentor training required
• Empathy, active listening, and a non-judgmental approach
• Ability to commit to the duration of the mentorship (either one semester or one year)
• Must be able to travel to the Gulfton/Sharpstown area of Southwest Houston