National Virtual Mentoring Program

    The Mentoring Effect

    Individuals who have a mentor are more likely to obtain leadership roles, to volunteer in their community, and to have better professional outcomes.

    BECOME A MENTOR

    NPowerMATCH mentors will commit to two six-month student pairings with weekly interactions as part of NPower’s National Virtual Mentoring Program. 

    The NPowerMATCH online platform is a dedicated communication resource providing weekly guided discussion topics and virtual coaching sessions. Mentoring areas of focus include: career readiness, professional personal branding, leadership skills, financial education, ethical self-promotion, critical-thinking skills, problem-solving skills, verbal and written communication, and “soft skills” development.

    Commitment

    • Minimum of 12-months supporting two 6-month mentee matches

    • 1–2 hours of weekly communication on the NPowerMATCH Platform and a video chat once a month for one hour

    Qualifications

    • Interest in technical/digital careers preferred but not required. No specific field of expertise needed
    • At least three years of professional experience or NPower alumni with at least one year of work experience
    • Internet to access NPowerMATCH portal and video conference capabilities
    • Interest in supporting underrepresented populations; ability to offer advice without judgement
    • Sincere desire to be a developer of people; proven ability to be consistent and reliable
    • Proactive communication and correspondence; strong listening and writing skills
    • Holds self and others to high standards and expectations
    Previous mentoring experience is not necessary, our team will get you up to speed and ready to mentor!

    HOW TO BECOME A MENTOR 

    Apply-Screen-Train-Match!

    APPLY

    Prospective mentors will complete an online application (approximately 10 minutes)

    SCREEN

    30 minute 1:1 interview occurs to further screen applicants for commitment, consistency, and fit

    TRAIN

    Selected mentors will attend an orientation, receive prep materials, and a POC for and troubleshooting

    MATCH

    Pairings are matched based on results of the application algorithm; pairs are ready to be matched a month before the program begins in December 2020

    Mentoring Begins December 2020

    APPLICATION PERIOD

    Now–November 2020, apply early for these in-demand opportunities

    Apply Today ›

    NPowerMatch Mentor Information Session

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