The Lindenwood University Alumni Mentor program gives students an opportunity to develop all-important career skills under the thoughtful and focused guidance of experienced professionals. Mentors' insights and experiences help students define and develop their own career directions, build their confidence, broaden their horizons, and see more clearly into the world beyond college.
The mentor-student relationship brings a "real-world" perspective to the academic learning experience. Because students learn from seasoned professionals and experience first hand the behind-the-scenes realities of careers and workplaces, they can make more informed career choices and better decisions about how to meet life, career and academic goals.
Program Goals:
• Provide academic and professional support and encouragement
• Share perspectives on network building
• Help students understand the world of work and the importance of developing career management skills
• Share information about career progression from entry level to advanced positions
Suggested Activities:
• Student tours mentor's workplace
• Student conducts informational interviews with mentors colleagues, co-workers and supervisors
• Mentor reviews student's resume, application letters, portfolio, etc.
• Student and mentor discuss various topics related to the student's goals and the mentor's career
Role of the Mentor:
• Help students define career goals
• Provide career advice and support
Role of the Student:
• Enlist help from a mentor who has achieved similar career goals
• Gather information from a mentor who has a broad background and diverse experiences
To register for the program or for more information, contact the Career Development Office at 636.949.4806 or via e-mail
careerDevelopment@lindenwood.edu.
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