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• Benefits of being a Mentor
• Benefits of being a Mentee
• How I get started
• Mentoring Guidelines (pdf)
• Mentor Registration Form
• Mentee Registration Form
• Mentoring Agreement
• Mentoring Program Evaluation Form

The purpose of the mentoring program is to provide opportunities for Macquarie alumni (mentors) to share their wealth of professional and life experiences with Macquarie students or recent graduates (mentees).

Recent graduates may also become mentors depending on their career experience as indicated on the mentor registration form.

The program will foster an environment for alumni and students to stay engaged and connected with Macquarie University and each other.

Mentors can provide valuable insights for students and young alumni through assistance with:

• Career exploration
• Presentation and job application skills
• Knowledge of industry and business
• Personal development
• Networking
• Work/life balance

Mentors and Mentees agree on the method (email, phone or in person) and frequency of communication to achieve agreed goals.

Benefits of being a Mentor

The benefits of being a mentor are various. They include:

• the satisfaction of giving back to the Macquarie community through helping current students and nurturing the leaders of tomorrow
• the satisfaction of contributing towards the enhancement of Macquarie's reputation and through that the enhancement and value of your degree
• the consolidation and furthering of your interpersonal and mentoring skills
• the kudos that goes with being a volunteer in a significant program
• professional networking with other mentors through special events organised by the Alumni Office for mentors and mentees
• recognition as a Macquarie Ambassador by the University and the community.

Benefits of being a Mentee

The benefits of being a mentee are numerous. They include:

• the opportunities to explore career options and aspirations with experienced professionals
• advice and guidance on job application and presentation skills
• access to inside knowledge of business, industry and government
• insightful information and advice on leadership, management and workplace relations
• access to the experiences of seasoned professionals for guidance in time management, communication, negotiation and networking skills.

How I get started

1. Read the Mentoring Guidelines (PDF)
2. Complete and submit the online Mentor Registration Form or Mentee Registration Form
3. Mentors and mentees will be notified of their match by the Alumni Office
4. Collaboratively complete the Mentoring Agreement
5. Commence the mentoring process
6. The Alumni Office will monitor all mentoring arrangements and provide assistance when required.
7. At the conclusion of the mentoring process complete an Evaluation Form.

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