The Professional Mentoring Component of the LINK program is integral to facilitating the student’s learning experience in their career field. The student advances through their educational journey and aquires practical work experience via Cooperative Education. As a mentor, you will assist the LINK student in achieving the goals of the LINK Program. The five goals areas encompass: career awareness, career exploration, values clarification, personal and social development, and providing academic support.
Who Can Become a Mentor?
A professional possessing a post-secondary degree who has worked for a minimum of three years in his or her chosen career field and has sincere interest in the development and achievement of minority students, would be eligible to become a LINK Program Professional Mentor. A prospective mentor should also be willing to commit to a minimum one-year mentoring relationship with a LINK Program student. Some LINK Professional Mentors have had prior volunteer experience with youth and young adult programs; however, such experience is not required.
Expectations?
Support: Assist mentees in pursuing their professional and personal goals.
Availability: Participate in monthly meetings and attend special campus luncheons during the Fall and Spring semesters in a hybrid format.
Feedback: Provide constructive feedback that aligns with the mentee's goals and strengths.
Maintain Communication: Keep in touch with the mentee and regularly update the coordinator throughout the mentoring process.