BECOME A MENTOR
Welcome to Our Mentor Program: Empower the Leaders of Tomorrow!
Are you a seasoned professional looking to make a lasting impact on the next generation of leaders? Our Mentor Program is tailor-made for individuals like you, passionate about mentoring college students and guiding them toward success.
Join Our Mentor Program Today!
By becoming a mentor, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping the leaders of tomorrow and leaving a legacy of empowerment and growth. Sign up for our Mentor Program and take the first step toward making a significant impact on the lives of college students.
- Why Become a Mentor?
- Soft & Hard Skills You'll Gain
- Requirements & Expectations
- FAQ
- 🌟 Make a Difference: Be a driving force of positive change in the lives of young minds, empowering them to reach their full potential
- 💼 Develop Leadership Skills: Enhance your leadership abilities as you guide and support your mentee through challenges and triumphs.
- 🚀 Expand Your Network: Connect with like-minded professionals and forge valuable connections within your industry.
- 🌈 Personal Fulfillment: Experience the joy of witnessing your mentee's growth and success, knowing you played a vital role in their journey.
Why Become a Mentor?
- 🎯 Enhanced Communication: Improve your communication skills as you convey knowledge, insights, and advice effectively.
- 💪 Empowerment: Experience the power of empowering others and fostering a sense of confidence and self-belief in your mentee.
- 🌟 Inspiration: Through mentoring, you can inspire creativity and innovation in your mentee's approach to problem-solving.
- 📚 Continuous Learning: Mentorship encourages lifelong learning, allowing you to gain fresh perspectives and stay current in your field.
- 🌱 Personal Growth: As a mentor, you'll continuously evolve and refine your leadership style and interpersonal skills.
Benefits of Mentoring Others
- Effective Communication
- Empathy and Emotional Intelligence
- Active Listening
- Adaptability
- Mentorship and Coaching Abilities
Soft Skills:
- Mentorship Techniques and Strategies
- Conflict Resolution
- Networking and Relationship Building
- Time Management and Organization
- Interdisciplinary Knowledge
Hard Skills:
- Be at least 21 years old to participate as a mentor in our program
- Have completed college (2-year or 4-year) or trade school certificate *Exceptions may be made for self-made business owners/entrepreneurs
- Currently live and reside in the State of California (out-of-state not accepted)
- Ability to pass a fingerprinting & background check (with no prior convictions)
- Ability to meet twice per month for a minimum of one academic year w/ mentee(s)
Applicant Requirements
- Submit a professional resume, and a list of at least 2 references
- Sign & complete your program commitment + background check consent form
- Sign & complete your program photo release & media waiver
- Complete a quick matching survey to assess your relatability & readiness
- Complete a 30 minute interview with a Stockton Scholars staff member
Registration Requirements
- Pass and get cleared for fingerprinting & background check through Certifix vendor
- Attend an annual orientation and at least 2 subsequent mentor training sessions
- Meet for 2 hours per month to support a college-aged student from the SS program
- Complete a monthly mentor feedback survey to track the progress of the mentee
- Participate in student-facing panels, events, and social media campaigns as needed
Program Requirements
- You will contribute to a scholar's growth, and have the opportunity to enhance their professional skills, expand their network, and help them gain perspectives on life.
- Through one-on-one mentoring sessions, you can provide career advice, industry insights, and valuable connections that can open doors and create opportunities for these young minds.
- Mentors must be at least 25-years old, have a postsecondary degree or certification, and live in the State of California.
- Mentors must fill out an application and a subsequent matching survey.
- Mentors must be able to pass a criminal background check.
- Mentors must complete a Virtual Interview to assess their fit for the role and program.
- Mentors must attend a mandatory orientation during the Fall time each year of their participation in the program.
Stockton Scholars will open recruitment for new mentors in Spring 2024.
- February-May: Recruitment cycle and information sessions begin.
- June-July: Applicants complete registration process, matching survey, and fingerprinting (mentors only).
- August: Annual program orientation begins - mandatory for all participants (date TBA). Mentor program matches sent out and mentoring sessions start.
- FALL - September-December: Mentors and mentees meet for 2 hours per month.
- SPRING - January-May: Mentors and mentees meet for 2 hours per month.
Mentors must meet with their assigned mentee for 2 hours per month in the Fall and Spring semesters.
Please contact our team at mentor@stocktonscholars.org for more information and details on how to participate or give back. We are always looking for opportunities to connect with like minded professionals that are passionate about mentoring young people and/or enthusiastic students who are seeking mentorship and guidance!
