As a volunteer professional advisor, you are expected to give advice about the design field and profession as well as help to enrich the student’s education/training and job-readiness. You can begin by signing up for the program. Please be as informative as possible when filling out your profile information, as it will be crucial in communicating to students the nature of your experience. Give a comprehensive description of your work, ideas, and interests in relation to your field. Match yourself to a student by clicking “Connect with a Student” on the left-hand tool bar to review the list of potential mentees. When you have made your selection, introduce yourself and, if possible, begin planning an appropriate meeting time. Students have a tendency to be a little shy at first, but don’t let this prevent your relationship from developing to full potential. If a student is hesitant to suggest a meeting, feel free to suggest one yourself. As a mentor, the time you contribute to your relationship translates into the strong development of a student. Not only are you are a valuable source of information and expertise, but, most importantly, you are also a system of support for the student. Sign up for the program here.

Please consult the Mentorship Website for more information.