Mission Statement:
To empower aspiring technologists by providing guidance, knowledge-sharing, and career support through structured mentorship that nurtures confidence, skills, and community.
Target Audience:
- College students in computer science or related fields
- Career switchers entering tech
- Recent graduates or early-career professionals
Program Structure:
- Duration
- 12-week cycles (Spring, Summer, Fall sessions)
- Option to renew or extend based on progress
- Mentor Commitment
- 1 hour/week (30 min check-in, 30 min prep/resources)
- Monthly group Q&A or roundtable session
- Optional ad hoc support via Teams
- Mentee Expectations
- Clear goal-setting at kickoff
- Weekly updates (written or verbal)
- End-of-program capstone or reflection presentation
- Curriculum Framework (Flexible Topics)
- Goal setting & career planning
- Resume & LinkedIn review
- Mock interviews & technical assessments
- Soft skills: communication, networking, workplace dynamics
- Understanding tech roles & career paths
Scheduling: Calendly or Teams integration