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Mentoring

One of SWE’s core values is mutual support, meaning that the organization fosters mentoring and the development of professional and personal networks. SWE members can take advantage of mentoring opportunities at conferences and through the SWE Mentor Network and Mentoring Committee. Get involved today!

Sign up for the SWE Mentor Network

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The SWE Mentor Network is an exclusive members-only community for the facilitation of mentoring conversations. As a SWE member, you can offer mentoring services, receive mentoring ― or even act as both a mentor and mentee. Check out the FAQ page to learn more!

Here’s how you can sign up:

  1. Log in to the SWE member portal.
  2. Select ‘More’ from the top menu and click on ‘Mentor Sign-up’ or ‘Mentee Sign-up.’ Please note you will only see these options if you have an active paid SWE membership. If you are interested in being a mentor and mentee, please sign up as a mentor, which will allow you to accept bookings from mentees and schedule mentoring conversations with other mentors.

You can also keep an eye out for sign-up links in SWE’s weekly member newsletter or reach out to membership@swe.org so we can verify your SWE membership and send you an invite!


Check out the calendar for FY24 (July 1, 2023 – June 30, 2024) 

All cohorts are open for general mentoring and networking among SWE members, with some cohorts focusing on specific SWE communities or conversation topics alongside general mentoring, as indicated below.

The themes are only suggested as a prompt to guide the conversation, focus on an aspect of career development and networking, or call in a specific group within the SWE community. You are not required to commit to the theme to participate in mentoring conversations during a themed cohort.

July 17 – 23, 2023: General Mentoring & Networking
August 21 – September 1, 2023: 
Embracing Non-Traditional Paths
October 9 – 20, 2023: 
Get Ready for WE23
December 4 – 10, 2023: 
General Mentoring & Networking
January 22 – February 2, 2024:
General Mentoring & Networking
March 11 – 22, 2024:
Networking with Affinity Groups
April 22 – May 3, 2024: 
Community College & Beyond
June 10 – 28, 2024: 
General Mentoring & Networking

Curious to learn more about what’s possible through the SWE Mentor Network? Find out from Ester and Melis below!

Why did you choose to become a mentor?

Join the Mentoring Committee

The Mentoring Committee is open to all SWE members interested in mentoring resources. Our intent is to provide a platform for members to engage in supportive discussion, networking, promote SWE mentorship initiatives, events and content.

Mentoring Committee Leadership

Coordinators

Tools & Resources from the Mentoring Committee

Connect with the Mentoring Committee via the social media platforms linked below or reach out through email at mentoring-chair@swe.org.

Featured resource: Mentorship & DEI&B. This slide deck focuses on incorporating Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging concepts into mentorship relationships and conversations. Use this guide to help you present to your SWE Section or Affiliate and spark conversation around mentorship and DEI&B!

Contact Us

Please reach out to mentoring@swe.org with any questions.