Junior Mentorship (JM) Program
RCAS’ Junior Mentorship program has impacted over 150 students since its establishment 4 years ago. With over 50 first-year student participants annually, RCAS matches each first-year student with an upper-year RCAS member as a mentor for the entirety of their first year at Rotman Commerce, providing a supporting figure that gives guidance through their transitionary period. RCAS’ JM program also involves monthly challenges for Junior Members (JMs) to complete with their mentor to help develop their professional skills and knowledge of the CPA designation and various CPA pathways. The program also provides activities and resources to help welcome first-year students within the community and provide them with connections in the vast RCAS Alumni Network.
Overall, this program aims to provide first-year students with the connections, support, knowledge, skills and confidence to be successful, not just in their first-year, but for the rest of their academic and professional journeys.
What to Expect
Monthly Challenges
RCAS Junior Members (JMs) will participate in monthly challenges with their mentors that develop their professional skills. Such monthly challenges include:
- Mock Coffee Chats with Mentors
- Interview Simulations
- Cover Letter, Resume & LinkedIn reviews
Connection & Community
RCAS JMs will have opportunities to connect within the RCAS community through:
- Attendance of RCAS events
- Socials with RCAS Committee Members & Executives
- Access to internal programs to connect with RCAS Alumni
Education
RCAS JMs will have opportunities to learn about RCAS, the CPA Designation, and accounting careers through:
- RCAS & JM-focused events to learn about the CPA designation
- Access to internal channels for job postings and opportunities
- Connecting with professionals in various industries
Testimonials
“As I went into first year unsure about networking or where I wanted to go professionally, I’m so glad RCAS was my first step. The RCAS JM program helped spark my interest in accounting after connecting with incredible upper-years, and gave me a real sense of community through its exclusive socials, especially as someone new to the city. I’d highly recommend it to anyone looking to take that first step like I did!”
Omar Najjar, Class of 2028
“Being part of the RCAS JM program was an incredible experience that pushed me to grow in ways I never imagined. I had to privilege of meeting amazing people who supported and inspired me through competitions, exam seasons, networking events, and more. The JM program has given me not only valuable skills, but also memories and friendships I’ll cherish forever.”
Giuliano Rizzo, Class of 2028
“The JM program welcomed me into the RCAS family. I met various industry leaders and developed clear goals towards my CPA designation. Under my mentor, I learned how to build a professional brand and network effectively with professionals – all while fostering long-lasting friendships with other JMs and upper-years.”
Jennifer Yang, Class of 2028
“Joining RCAS’s HM program has been one of the best decisions I could’ve made during my first year of University. I’ve had the opportunity to interact with students who have similar goals and gained new skills from one-on-one mentoring. The environment was very collaborative and supportive, which has made growing professionally and personally easy.”
Michael Suyavong, Class of 2028
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Attend Chartered for Success
Date: September 10, 2026
Chartered for Success aims to aid incoming first-year students with their transition into university. The event provides attendees with information about the accounting specialist, the CPA designation, and RCAS’ JM program. Participating students will have the opportunity to meet other first years and network with RCAS representatives.
Apply for the JM Program
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