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Get guidance for your career journey by joining the College of Science and Engineering (CSE) Mentor Program, where you'll connect with experienced professionals.
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A Powerful Connection for Your Career
Thriving in today's scientific and engineering landscape takes more than just a strong GPA. You also need to understand the professional world and have the skills to innovate and solve real-world problems. The CSE Mentor Program is designed to give you that edge. We connect you with experienced professionals who help you bridge the gap between academic learning and industry insights, empowering you to explore your career options with confidence.
An overview of the Program
Beginning in October and running through June, the CSE Mentor Program pairs small groups of students with a dedicated professional from a STEM field. These groups meet regularly to talk about a wide range of topics, including professional challenges, career paths, personal growth, and industry trends.
Your group's activities can include anything from exploring different career options to getting expert advice on your resume or practicing for an interview. While the time commitment is flexible, most groups meet every four to six weeks. Each group sets its own agenda and goals, so you have the freedom to focus on what matters most to you. It's an excellent way to start building a professional network and get invaluable advice early in your academic journey.
This program is open to undergraduate and graduate students in the College of Science and Engineering. Whether you're a first-year student exploring your options or a graduating senior preparing to enter the workforce, you can benefit from connecting with a professional mentor.
The more you invest in this program, the more you'll get out of it. During your first meeting, you and your group will define your collective goals, which may require some compromise to ensure a productive experience for everyone. To build your professional skills, you're responsible for initiating all communication with your mentor and scheduling your group's meetings.
A list of mentors and a schedule of program events will be available in Fall Quarter. We encourage you to review the mentor profiles to find a match that aligns with your interests and future goals.
All prospective participants must attend the Student Orientation to learn about the program's structure and expectations. Next, the Mentor Fair is a crucial event where you can meet and get to know mentors before submitting your online Mentor Selection Form.
To participate, you will also have to submit a letter of commitment and get a faculty endorsement. Instructions for this will be provided when the Mentor Selection Form link is sent out.
About 2-3 weeks after the Mentor Fair, you'll receive your mentor group assignment via email, including contact information for your mentor and group members. From there, your group can schedule its first meeting.
While your mentor can provide valuable insights into different industries and career strategies, remember that this program is a career-building activity, not a job placement service.
If you ever need ideas for your meetings or have concerns, you can reference the Mentoring Activities & Discussion Topics provided by the program coordinators or contact the CSE Project Center office in BANN 344 (brownra@seattleu.edu).