NMIT Buddy Programme

Building a campus life community

Our Buddy Programme helps new learners feel welcome, connected and supported as they begin their study journey, building strong foundations as they settle into student life, with help from someone who has been here for a while.

Having a buddy gives new learners a familiar point of contact in their first weeks at NMIT, helping them feel more confident, connected and at home from the start.

Why be a Buddy Leader?

Becoming a Buddy Leader is a rewarding way to support a new learner while building your own leadership, communication and intercultural skills. It also offers valuable volunteer experience, opportunities to make new connections, and involvement in social activities.

Buddies will be welcoming, reliable and respectful by making early contact, checking in regularly, sharing helpful information, and encouraging participation.

We know this will be an enriching commitment, approximately 8-10 hours per semester.

In return, buddies will receive recognition for their involvement, including the chance to win a gift voucher each semester that they are a buddy, a letter of recommendation, and experience that can help strengthen their CV.

Please note | The NMIT Buddy Programme is open to all students. As this is a new programme, international students will be given priority for matching in the first instance.