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IDA Mentor – a mentorship programme for new graduates

In IDA's mentor program, you can either become or get a mentor, specifically aimed at recent graduates at the beginning of their careers. In the mentor program, you can be matched with a mentor in a 1:1 course for 6 months. To be part of IDA's mentor program for recent graduates, you must have a maximum of two years of work experience.

Why get or become a mentor?

A mentor is your personal sparring partner as a mentee who helps you handle career opportunities and challenges. Especially if you are new to the job market, a mentor can be an invaluable support. Consider getting a mentor to navigate the job market, receive career development advice, and build networks. If you are considering becoming a mentor, you can share your experiences and knowledge with others, which can be both rewarding and developmental for yourself.

If you wish to become a mentor, it is a fantastic opportunity to share your experiences and support a recent graduate in the job market.

What we expect from you as a mentee

You have less than 2 years of job experience when participating in a 6-month course
You have more than 2 years of job experience when participating in a 9-month course
Payment is binding once the mentor has accepted your request
After matching, you will be invited to the mandatory IDA Mentor Kickoff (next date, travel allowance possible)

See our mentor courses for students

This applies for mentors

You are at least a graduate student as a mentor for unemployed graduates
You have at least 5 years of job experience as a mentor for mentees in employment
After matching, you will be invited to the mandatory IDA Mentor Kick-off (next date, travel allowance possible)
You are offered one annual IDA Mentor Master Class (travel allowance possible)

Registration

There are a limited number of places on a first-come, first-served basis: There are still available places. Register here.

Possible benefits of being a mentee: - Help to a structured approach to opportunities, challenges and problems at work. - A confidential space in which you can discuss difficult topics. - Better opportunities to set goals for your career development. - New knowledge from an experienced person who understands your industry.

Benefits for mentors

Personal satisfaction: Experience the satisfaction of making a meaningful difference in a student’s life.
Leadership development: Improve your own leadership and coaching skills through the mentoring process.
Networking opportunities: Meet other mentors and expand your professional network.
IDA’s Mentor Master Class: Gain access to our Mentor Master Class, where you learn more mentoring techniques and best practices.

Benefits for mentees

Structuring work life: Help to work structured with opportunities, challenges, and issues in your work life.
Discuss difficult topics: A confidential space where difficult topics can be discussed.
Clear career goals: Better opportunities to set goals for your career development.
Networking opportunities: Meet other mentees and expand your professional network.

Registration process

It is important that you fill out your profile thoroughly regarding what you want to work on in the program. Based on your profile, you will be presented with two to three potential mentors, from whom you can request one to be your mentor.

Remember that your profile will be read by several mentors, so do not write private or sensitive information. If you find a good match and the mentor accepts your request, the registration is then binding. Naturally, IDA cannot guarantee personal chemistry between mentor and mentee.

The mentor and mentee meet 4-6 times in a 6-month course. The meetings typically last 1 1/2 hours, and it is your responsibility as a mentee to prepare the agenda.

After matching

After matching, you will be invited to the mandatory IDA Mentor Kick-off (next date, travel allowance possible).

At the kickoff, we will go through the framework of the mentor program and present a range of tools that you can use in the mentor relationship. You will also meet your mentor or mentee.