Mentoring

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Attention current STEM students who are women of colour! Are you seeking an opportunity to connect with experienced STEM professionals who can help guide your career journey? Look no further than the STEM Sisters Mentoring Program!

Our 12-week mentoring program is designed specifically for women of colour studying STEM subjects. We believe that mentorship is crucial for career development, and our program allows mentees to connect with mentors with experience in their field of interest.

As a mentee in our program, you’ll have the opportunity to learn about the STEM industry, develop professional skills, and build your network. You’ll be matched with a mentor with experience in your field of interest and can provide guidance and support throughout the program. Plus, you’ll have access to customized mentoring matches based on your areas of interest and career goals.

Our program is open to women of colour from all STEM fields, including science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Whether you’re just starting your career path or looking to take your skills to the next level, our program can provide the support and resources you need to succeed.

Don’t miss out on this valuable opportunity! Apply now to become a mentee in the STEM Sisters Mentoring Program. We can’t wait to help you achieve your goals and reach your full potential in STEM.

You’ll be mentored on:

  • Career direction
  • Personal Brand
  • Developing your communication skills
  • Improving career connections
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Enhancing leadership capability – University

Program Features:

  • 12-week program
  • Mentor-Mentee orientation and training
  • Clear defined goals
  • Strong mentor-mentee matches
  • Measurable results
  • Access to a fully integrated mentoring platform

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MENTORING PROGRAM STRUCTURE

This will be an opportunity for mentors, mentees, members, and supporters of the STEM Sisters to meet each other.

Mentees are the ones who “steer the ships” of their lives and careers. Through this training, mentees will acquire useful skills to benefit from the valuable experience of the paired mentor. The techniques to better identify and achieve your personal and professional development goals are discussed (GROW model).

Mentor-Mentee introductory meet-up (arranged independently by participants).

The networking event will provide an opportunity to network with other mentees and mentors and also an opportunity to listen to industry speakers and networking opportunities for industry, education, STEM outreach, STEM marketing, and research.

Do you know what you want to do with your career? 

This week, work with your mentor to define your career goals, small and large. Break these goals into achievable actions with your mentor to get you to your desired profession.

What is your brand? Have you thought about your branding? 

A well-defined personal brand is about making you stand out in the crowd of recruitable current postgraduate and final-year undergraduates. Work with your mentor on how a well-defined personal brand can assist you in succeeding in your career.

There are many types of communication. What is your communication style? What communication style do you struggle with?

This week, work with your mentor to discuss what communication styles or types you find the easiest and whether there is anything you could improve on from a communication point of view. Consider whether you practice active listening or nonverbal communication, such as eye contact, a friendly tone, a simple smile, etc.

Have you ever thought about building your network? Networking in Australia is the way to secure career connections. Discuss with your mentor how to make connections in your desired career direction. Ensure you have a LinkedIn profile and ask your mentor to review and connect with you. Put a plan together to reach at least two new connections this week.

The networking event will provide an opportunity to network with other mentees and mentors and also an opportunity to listen to industry speakers and networking opportunities for industry, education, STEM outreach, STEM marketing, and research.

What professional skills do you need to work on? 

Discuss with your mentor other development opportunities that could assist you in moving closer to your goal, big or small. Do you need to work on writing professional emails? Or wanting to upskill in something more technical.

Leadership isn’t just about being a manager. Explore different types of leadership and their capabilities with your mentor, from accountability, creativity or innovation, self-leadership, servant-leadership, collaboration, motivation, empowerment, and many others.

The closing of the mentoring program is just as important as the opening. It’s a chance to celebrate the learnings and achievements of mentees, thank the mentors for their energy, share what has been learned, and discuss the next steps.