 Becoming a Mentor
I had a
really good time emailing my match partner. I think it helped me put into words why I've chosen my career and it reminded me about the benefits of working in science.
~ Mentor
Who can Mentor?
Professional women with an educational or professional background in
engineering, science, technology or math, or women undergraduate or
graduate students currently enrolled in a post-secondary engineering,
science or math related program.
What is Mentoring?
Mentoring is a one-to-one relationship between a more experienced
mentor and a less experienced mentee, based on encouragement,
constructive comments, openness, mutual trust, respect, and a
willingness to learn and share. With support from the program office,
online training materials and regular suggestions for discussion topics
you will exchange regular messages with your mentee. Encourage the
relationship by taking the initiative to suggest discussion topics,
share personal experiences, pose questions, and engage in "small talk"
until you both begin to feel comfortable and a discussion emerges.
Mentees benefit by being personally linked with a positive role
model who provides encouragement, direction, educational advice and a
window into university and/or professional life.
Mentors have the opportunity to self-reflect and develop a deeper
understanding of their discipline, while improving soft skills.
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