PASSWORDMANAGEMENT
Professional Mentoring Program
The CSTEM Professional Mentoring Program is designed to engage undergraduate students with STEM industry professionals.
"Being part of this mentorship program has been an incredibly rewarding experience. It鈥檚 not just about learning, it鈥檚 about the meaningful connections, the open communication, and the valuable advice that has guided me both academically and personally. As a biotechnology student, having a mentor who understands my journey has filled me with confidence, happiness, and a deeper passion for my field. I鈥檇 recommend it to anyone looking for guidance and inspiration to thrive in their goals."
- Mentee, 2024-25
Benefits of Mentorship
- Career Advice
- Interview Support
- Networking/Connections
- Graduate School Advice
- Resume Support
- Certificate of Achievement
Get Involved
- Are you going to be a junior in the fall and are interested in being paired with an industry professional?
- Have you completed your lower-division coursework for the major? This can be done by reviewing your Degree Planner or using a Major/Minor Worksheet.
- Do you have a resume, unofficial transcript, and a LinkedIn account prepared? Stay tuned for workshops to help you with these tools!
If so, you are now ready for a professional mentorship!
Expectations
- Attend Kick-Off Reception.
- Meet with mentor/mentee at least once per month from October-March.
- Attend Closing Event at the end of the spring semester.
Receive Mentorship
Mentees will be matched with a working professional and decide together on when and where to meet for at least 1-2 hours a month. It will be your responsibility to coordinate meetings with your mentor.
**Become a Peer Mentor and help incoming CSTEM students thrive! Visit the Blueprints website to learn more.**
Become an Industry Mentor
Mentors will be matched with a student whose educational or professional interests align with their own and will decide together on when and where to meet for at least 1-2 hours a month.
Are you are professional at any level of a STEM (or STEM-related) career and interested in being paired with an undergraduate student mentee? Be part of our initial match by registering before September 22, 2025!
"....As others have encouraged me throughout my career, I want pass that on by encouraging students at 糖心原创. Specifically, I would like to share the mindset that I have embraced throughout my career (viz., continuous learning and growth)."
- Mentor, 2024-25
| What | Dates |
|---|---|
| Application Period | April - August 2026 |
|
Kick-off Event in the USU Ballroom |
Thursday, October 1 |
|
Fall 2026 Discussion Nights (open to all students!): Graduate School: From Finding the Program to Securing Support.
|
TBA |
|
Fall 2026 Discussion Nights (open to all students!): TBA
|
TBA |
|
Spring 2027 Discussion Nights (open to all students!): TBA |
TBA |
|
Spring 2026 Discussion Nights (open to all students!): The Journey Continues! The Meandering Paths of Education & Careers
|
TBA |
|
End of Year Networking Social in the USU Ballroom |
Tuesday, April 27, 2027 |
Questions?
Contact us at cstempmp@csusm.edu.