McGill Mentor Program
The McGill Mentor Program is designed to connect McGill students with McGill alumni, allowing them the opportunity to gain valuable experience and advice for career development.
The relationship between mentors and mentees is viewed as a partnership and the length of each Mentor match is approximately 2 months. The McGill Mentor Program is not intended as a job placement service for students, but is offered as a tool for students seeking career path advice from successful and experienced McGill alumni.
History of the Program
The McGill Mentor Program, which traces its roots back to 1995, was founded by the Student Organization for Alumni Relations (SOAR). The program is now managed through a partnership between the McGill Alumni Association (MAA) and the Career Planning Service (CaPS).
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To apply: Mentee Application Form
Contact Info
For more information about the McGill Mentor Program, please contact:
McGill Mentor Program Coordinator
Email: mentor.caps [at] mcgill.ca
McGill Student-Alumni Mentorship Program Pilot
Connect with McGill alumni and explore career paths!
Interested in learning from a McGill alum who can share insights about their career journey, industry, and professional experiences?
Join the pilot phase of the McGill Student-Alumni Mentorship Program, a new initiative designed to connect students with alumni mentors. Through the program, you'll have the opportunity to build meaningful professional connections, gain valuable career insights, and expand your network within the McGill community.
Why Participate
- Connect one-on-one with McGill alumni mentors
- Learn about different industries and career pathways
- Gain professional advice and insights
- Expand your network within the McGill community
- Help shape the future of the mentorship program through your feedback
After participating, you'll be invited to share your experience so we can continue improving the platform and inform future mentorship programming.
How to Join
- Visit the McGill Student-Alumni Mentorship Program page.
- Click Join.
- Select McGill Login with Office 365.
- Sign in with your McGill credentials.
- Complete your profile and registration questions (approximately 5 minutes).
Please note: While we will do our best to connect you with an alumni mentor, matches depend on mentor availability and alignment of interests, goals, and professional backgrounds.
Help Us Build the Future of Mentorship at McGill
Thank you for participating in the pilot of the McGill Mentorship Network. Your involvement and feedback will help us create a stronger mentoring experience for future students and alumni. We look forward to connecting you with members of the McGill alumni community.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are the mentors?
Mentors are McGill Alumni of all ages and career fields with one thing in common: a willingness to provide advice and share their experiences with McGill students.
What kinds of information can a mentor provide?
Your mentor can provide you with personal insights, knowledge, and know-how concerning their industry, past career related experiences, interviewing, résumés and job hunting. The possibilities are endless!
As a School of Continuing Studies Student, may I apply for a McGill Mentor?
In order to apply for a Mentor, you must be eligible to use CaPS Services. As a School of Continuing Studies Student you are not eligible to use CaPS services but you may opt-in by paying either the Student Service Fee or the CaPS fee ($70 taxes included) each semester. For more information please visit the School of Continuing Studies Eligibility Requirements section of our website.
I am an undergraduate and I want a grad student to be my mentor. Is that possible?
Yes. Currently we do have a few graduate students who have applied for the program as mentors. While they are fewer in number than working professionals, it is possible to be matched with a graduate student.
Is the McGill Mentor Program open to graduate students?
Yes, as a McGill Masters, PhD student or Post Doctorate you may apply for a mentor.
What if there isn't a mentor in the field that I have requested?
We will make the every effort to try to recruit one specific to your needs. If that is not possible, we will match you with someone of closest relevance to your choice.
After I graduate next year, can I be a mentor?
Yes. All alumni are encouraged to join, no matter how recently they graduated.
Can I have more than one mentor?
Since mentors are limited, we allow students only one mentor at a time. Once your match is completed, however, you may apply for a new mentor. There is no limit to the number of consecutive mentors you may have as long as you are eligible to use CaPS services.
How should I prepare for the Mentor match?
Upon receiving your mentor’s contact information, you will also be provided the Mentee’s Guide which is a go-to guide that contains a more detailed explanation of the program. You should also attend CaPS workshops on Building Your Job Search Tools, Perfecting your Professional Image, and Practicing your Networking. You can network with employers at the CaPS Career Fairs which are relevant to your career field. You can also use CaPS How-To Guides to develop a comprehensive CV and Cover letter.
Is there a shorter mentor program that I can join?
If you are looking for a shorter mentor program or a quick way to make connections, sign up with McGillConnect, a dynamic career network designed to make it easy for you to build your network, find a mentor from the global McGill community.
How do I connect with a new mentor after my first match?
After you complete your first mentorship match, reach out to the Mentor Program Coordinator with the Mentor IDs of two prospective mentors found on our mentor list in the “Join Now” tab of the mentor program website. The coordinator will send you an email regarding the next steps of the re-match process.
If you have a question that has not been addressed in this list, please contact the McGill Mentor Program Coordinator at mentor.caps [at] mcgill.ca