Student Programs

Graduate Student & Postdoctoral Professional Mentoring Program
Mentor Information and Application

Benefits for Mentor

• Increased awareness of perspectives from diverse and varied backgrounds
• Satisfaction derived from contributing to another’s progress
• Additional networking opportunities

Role of Mentor

The mentor may contribute to a successful mentee/mentor relationship in multiple ways.  The characteristics and actions outlined below should help the mentor to structure a valuable relationship with the mentee.

• Be responsive to your mentee and meet on a regular basis
• Ensure a positive, supportive, and professional environment
• Develop a genuine interest in the mentee and her or his progress
• Encourage and demonstrate confidence in the mentee
• Be liberal with constructive feedback
• Share your own stories, including lessons from both successes and failures
• Listen well and be respectful
• Maintain confidentiality
• Exchange CVs and/or résumés
• Avoid actions, comments, or situations that may be construed as harassment

Mentor/Mentee Relationship

Success for the mentor/mentee in the mentoring program will, in part, depend on appropriately identifying expectations of each participant.  Though the mentor/mentee relationship will likely evolve over time, identifying current expectations will help to increase the likelihood of successful mentor/mentee matches.  The online application is designed to collect information about each participant and elicit the mentor’s and the mentee’s expectations and goals.  CMDITR will use the information provided to optimize the initial mentor/mentee matches.

Apply to be a CMDITR Mentor

Submit the Mentor Application Form

A member of the Mentoring Program Team will contact you within a week to discuss the details of your situation and start the process of matching you with a student mentee.