UNSW Career Discovery Mentoring Program
Connect with an established industry professional and discover potential career opportunities. Applications are now open for Term 1 2025.
Empowering your future through mentorship
The Career Discovery Mentoring Program is designed to connect students from all faculties with industry professionals who are eager to share their expertise and insights. The program you a unique opportunity to enhance your academic journey and prepare for your career.
Benefits of the program:
- Gain real world insights: mentors provide invaluable perspectives and advice from their own professional careers.
- Explore career paths: not sure what direction to take after graduation? Mentors can offer insights into various career paths, helping you discover opportunities that align with your interests and skills.
- Enhance your skills: develop important employability skills such as communication, interpersonal skills, time management and critical thinking.
- Build professional networks: build a relationship with an established professional who can provide support and guidance.
Applications for the Career Discovery Mentoring Program Term 1 2025 are now open.
Applications for the Career Discovery Mentoring Program Term 1 2025 close on Friday, 21 February 2025.
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To be eligible to apply students must:
- be an undergraduate student who has completed a minimum of 24 units of credit
- be a postgraduate student at any stage
- have a WAM of 50 or above
- be enrolled in courses for the program's duration.
*Please note this program is not suitable for students enrolled in MBA programs. Please contact Career Accelerator @ AGSM for career development support/career coaching support.
Inclusive and supportive program
We are dedicated to fostering a learning environment that is inclusive and supportive for everyone. If you have any specific needs to help you fully participate, we are here to make the necessary adjustments.
These adjustments might include providing extra time, ensuring spaces and processes are accessible, or offering materials in alternative formats. If there is anything we can do to support you, please let us know by emailing us at cdmp@unsw.edu.au. Your comfort and ability to fully engage are our top priorities.
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To receive AHEGS recognition, students will complete a number of activities throughout the six-week program including:
- pre-program training
- goal setting
- online career development modules
- five hours of mentoring meetings
- reflecting on your mentoring experience.
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The Career Discovery Mentoring Program will run in Term 1, Term 2 and Term 3 in 2025.
Term 1 2025
The Term 1 2025 program will be running from 3 March (Week 3) and 9 April (Week 8).
Please note applications for Term 1 2025 close on Friday, 21 February 2025.
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How are students matched with a mentor?
The matching process is determined by information provided in the Mentor and Mentee application forms. An algorithm considers the industries and sectors you are interested in exploring and years of professional experience, to match you to a mentor.
It is important to note, you may not be allocated to a mentor in your preferred industry; however, we encourage you to be open to an experienced professional who can still provide valuable insights, guidance and possibly their own professional network, having a profound impact on your career development.
Once the matching process is finalised, you will be notified via email.
Is the program in person or online?
The program is designed to be flexible to suit both the student and mentor. The five hours of mentoring meetings can be completed online, in-person or hybrid.
How often do I need to meet with my mentor?
The five hours of mentoring meetings can be completed at mutually agreed times between the mentor and mentee.
For example, you may choose to do 5 x 1-hour meetings, or one 3 hour and one 2 hour meeting. The frequency and duration of meetings is up to you and your mentor, and the total of five hours of meeting just need to be completed by the end date of the program.
Contact the team
If you have any further questions, contact the team by emailing cdmp@unsw.edu.au.
Mentees share their experience
It was fundamental in giving me a lot of clarity and confidence....I started from being a clueless job-searcher to someone who landed a graduate role, all within the five weeks of the program.
I learned how useful LinkedIn is. From curating my profile after the program, I have been reached out to by different employers, so it’s been a great medium to meet new people and network.
Mentors share their experience
Through the discussions you have with your mentee, you also reflect on your own career and the path you have taken. It’s very fulfilling to see your mentee take your perspective and ideas with them and put them into action.
Mentoring played a big role in my career, and I wanted to give something back. It was because of good mentors I was able to launch my career.