IDA Mentor for students

Are you a student and want to help your career dreams come true? Do you want to mentor a student by providing valuable sparring?

Participate in IDA's free 6-month mentoring program and utilize your potential as either a mentee or a mentor.

Sign up for the mentorship program starting in spring 2026 on our platform.
Kvinde får hjælp fra en mentor

Would you like to join the mentoring program?

After you register and fill out the required information about yourself we will find the right mentor for you.

If you have any questions regarding the mentoring program, please contact our program managers or mentoring consultants.
Programme leader
Mentoring consultant
Mentoring consultant

Who can participate in the mentoring program?

Mentees

  • You are a bachelor’s, diploma or master’s student with 6 months left of your studies at the beginning of the mentoring program.
  • You commit to a kick-off meeting
  • When you sign up, you complete a profile description, and we will then find a relevant match for you

Mentors

  • You are a master’s student or have 0-5 years of work experience after graduation
  • You commit to participating in the IDA Mentor Kick-off
  • You participate in an annual mandatory IDA Mentor Master Class as long as you are part of the mentor corps
  • When you sign up, you complete a profile description so we can find a relevant mentee match

Note: Travel allowance is offered for the mentor kick-off and masterclass

Why get a mentor?

As a student, a mentor can be an invaluable support, helping you to gain clarity about your ambitions, find direction in your professional development, and achieve greater well-being in your everyday life.

The mentor can also help you create a study plan that aligns with your goals, and help you stay organized and focused. They support you in developing skills and habits that contribute to your overall growth, such as time management, life skills, and effective communication.

Effective communication, clarity, and commitment are the foundation of a successful mentoring relationship. Transparent communication ensures that both mentor and mentee have a shared understanding of goals and expectations. Clarity helps set and achieve goals, while commitment from both parties creates a productive and rewarding experience
To kvinder sidder og snakker udenfor, imens den ene smiler.

5 key benefits of being a mentee in IDA's 6-month mentoring program

Study strategy and technique
  • Master your strategy and learn effective study techniques tailored to your needs.
Habits
  • Develop healthy and productive habits, focusing on study and well-being.
Social affiliation
  • Experience a sense of community and support from peers and mentors. Feeling connected and supported can significantly increase your motivation and overall well-being.
Guidance
  • Receive personal advice on your journey through the study.
Confidence
  • Boost your confidence in your study and career decisions.
Masters

Why become a mentor?

Did you know:
If you are a master's student, you can become a mentor for a student at bachelor's or professional bachelor's level.

You can make a huge difference as a mentor. Your experiences are worth gold to a mentee who is looking for sparring on the many doubts and opportunities of their career. By telling them about the paths, shortcuts and detours you have taken during your studies and career choices, you help your mentee turn possible doubts into clarification.

What do you gain?
New learning, insights and perspectives on your own working life and your professionalism.
Opportunity to expand your leadership and coaching skills
Improve your communication skills by communicating your own experiences in a constructive way
A network of other mentors with whom you can spar
Mand får hjælp fra sin mentor
Studiegrupper sidder og hjælper hinanden med læsning

After matching

After matching, you will be invited to the Mentor Kickoff Event in Copenhagen or Aarhus along with the other matched mentees and mentors at the start of the program. It is mandatory to attend the next kickoff for new mentors and mentees. Travel allowance is provided in connection with the kickoff.

Additionally, there is a mandatory mentor masterclass meeting once a year.

IDA can help you with your studies

At IDA, help is always at your fingertips. Well-being can be both mental and academic.

If you have an academic concern, IDA's career counseling can help you find your career path, review your future plans, and discuss what you can do to get where you want to be with your education. If you feel stressed or depressed, you can always use IDA's free mental health offer.