Professional Mentoring Program

The CSTEM Professional Mentoring Program is designed to engage undergraduate students with STEM industry professionals.                                                            

"Being part of this mentorship program has been an incredibly rewarding experience. It’s not just about learning, it’s about the meaningful connections, the open communication, and the valuable advice that has guided me both academically and personally. As a biotechnology student, having a mentor who understands my journey has filled me with confidence, happiness, and a deeper passion for my field. I’d recommend it to anyone looking for guidance and inspiration to thrive in their goals."                -Mentee, 2024-25

Benefits of Mentorship

Get Involved

• Are you going to be a junior in the fall and are interested in being paired with an industry professional?
• Have you completed your lower-division coursework for the major? This can be done by reviewing your Degree Planner or using a Major/Minor Worksheet.
• Do you have a resume, unofficial transcript, and a LinkedIn account prepared? Stay tuned for workshops to help you with these tools!

                            If so, you are now ready for a professional mentorship!

Expectations

• Attend Kick-Off Reception in September
• Meet with mentor/mentee at least once per month October-March
• Attend Wrap-up in April

Receive Mentorship 

Mentees will be matched with a working professional and decide together on when and where to meet for at least 1-2 hours a month. It will be your responsibility to coordinate meetings with your mentor.  

**New in 2025!** 

Become a Peer Mentor and help incoming CSTEM students thrive!  Visit the Blueprints website to learn more.

CSTEM Mentee Application

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Become an Industry Mentor

Mentors will be matched with a student whose educational or professional interests align with their own and will decide together on when and where to meet for at least 1-2 hours a month.

Are you are professional at any level of a STEM (or STEM-related) career and interested in being paired with an undergraduate student mentee?  Be part of our initial match by registering before September 22, 2025!

CSTEM Industry Mentor Application

"....As others have encouraged me throughout my career, I want pass that on by encouraging students at CSUSM. Specifically, I would like to share the mindset that I have embraced throughout my career (viz., continuous learning and growth)."                              -Mentor, 2024-25

Questions?

Contact us at cstempmp@csusm.edu.

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