Career Professional Mentoring Program
The Career Professional Mentoring Program connects students with dedicated alumni and community partner mentors to support career exploration and professional growth. Whether you're a student ready to take your next step or an alum hoping to give back, this program is designed to foster meaningful connections that lead to success.
Information for Students
As a junior or senior at AU, you have the opportunity to connect one-on-one with an experienced professional mentor who understands your journey and is ready to support your goals. Our mentors — AU alumni and community partners working across industries — are here to offer insight, encouragement, and guidance as you prepare for life after graduation.
- Gain real-world perspective on your chosen field.
- Build your professional network.
- Receive feedback on your goals and resume.
- Develop your confidence and communication skills.
- Receive help navigating the job search and interview process.
- Learn how to set and achieve professional goals.
- Understand industry expectations and workplace culture.
- Explore potential career paths and graduate school options.
- Strengthen your ability to make informed career decisions.
- Build a lasting relationship with a mentor who can support you beyond graduation.
- Full-time Aurora University student
- Junior or senior standing
- Declared major
- Minimum 2.5 GPA
- Apply at aurora.edu/menteeapplication.
- If selected, attend a fall student orientation in September and meet your mentor at a Kickoff Breakfast in October.
- Meet with your mentor at least once per month from November through April (in person, Zoom, or phone).
- Submit monthly assignments that coincide with each month's mentoring topic to help guide conversations and track your progress.
Information for Alumni and Community Partners
As a mentor, you can make a lasting difference in the life of a student by sharing your career journey and offering professional insight. AU students are eager to learn from alumni and community partners who have walked a similar path and are now navigating the professional world. Your experience can help shape their future.
- Share real-world insights about your industry and career path.
- Support a student’s personal and professional growth.
- Help build confidence, communication, and goal-setting skills.
- Provide feedback on resumes, career plans, and interview prep.
- Serve as a sounding board as your mentee explores career options.
- Build a rewarding connection with the next generation of AU graduates.
- Give back to your alma mater and community in a meaningful and flexible way.
- Be an AU alum or a professional affiliated with AU.
- Have a minimum 3 years of professional experience.
- Be willing to mentor a student from November through April.
- Attend our program breakfast kickoff in October to meet your mentee.
- Meet with your mentee once per month (November–April).
- Flexible format: Zoom, phone, or in-person.
Ready to make an impact and inspire the next generation of Spartans?
Apply to become a mentor at aurora.edu/mentorapplication.