About Mentor Me

Mentor Me matches you with a professional mentor to give you insights into the world of work.

The programme runs throughout the year. You can meet your mentor face-to-face, online, by telephone by email or a mix — whatever works best. There is no minimum contact time, so you can agree the level of engagement with your mentor.

How you will benefit

  • develop practical skills and confidence to help you enter your chosen profession

  • expand your personal and professional networks in relevant sectors

  • enhance your career management and personal development skills

  • prepare to transition from university to the workplace

  • increase your understanding of an industry you are interested in

  • gain exposure to professional practices and trends

  • get an industry perspective that will enhance your academic learning

  • broaden your knowledge of the many career options that are open to you

  • discover what employers are looking for when they hire graduates

  • get experience of mentoring that will prepare you for similar schemes with your graduate employer

What is mentoring?

Mentoring is a one-to-one partnership between a more experienced professional (the mentor) and someone less experienced (the mentee).

Your mentor will encourage you to seek advice and information about your career direction and employment goals. They will also share their skills, experience and insight, and take an interest in your career plans.

The relationship is built on:

  • mutual respect

  • trust

  • encouragement

  • constructive feedback

  • openness

  • a willingness to learn and share

As a mentee, you are an ambassador of the University.

Who is eligible

Mentor Me is open to all students who have completed their first year of undergraduate study. It is particularly appropriate for second-year students.

All postgraduate taught and research students can also apply for a mentor.

Our mentors

Our mentors are professionals that will have skills and experience that will benefit you.

The University selects mentors from a wide range of sectors and they may include:

  • employers

  • representatives of professional bodies

  • recruiters

  • alumni

How to apply

We accept applications throughout the year. Places are limited so apply soon using the button below.

Your application should demonstrate your motivation and commitment to the programme. You should think about how a mentor will help you with the benefits outlined on this page.

The team will then get in touch with you to introduce you to your mentor.

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‌Earn RISE points with Mentor Me

You can earn RISE points for engaging with Mentor Me:

  • 10 RISE points after the short introduction.

  • 60 RISE points when you have completed three months of mentoring. You will be required to submit a short reflective assignment about your experience.

  • 100 RISE points for over six months of engagement with your mentor. You will be required to submit a short reflective assignment about your experience.

Register on RISE to find out more

Join Mentor Me

Take the first step towards getting a mentor today.

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