Mentor Experience
While the program is designed to support mentees’ career development, it is also meant to be a rewarding experience for mentors. Mentors will build meaningful relationships with emerging professionals at Duke University and gain fresh perspectives— and in some cases, new skills—through these connections.
Mentor Eligibility
Preference will be given to mentors who:
- Have at least 10 years of experience in their field
- Have spent at least 2 years working at Duke
Time Commitment
Mentors are expected to:
- Meet with their mentee at least once per month
- Attend an introductory session at the start of the mentorship cycle
- Maintain open communication and respond to questions in a timely manner
Training Requirement
All mentors must attend the introductory session at the start of a mentorship cycle and review the mentorship resources.
Confidentiality
Mentor–mentee conversations are confidential. Mentors should not share information with a mentee’s supervisor or Human Resources unless:
- The mentee gives explicit permission, or
- There is a concern related to the mentee’s health or safety
The only information shared with the mentorship program committee will be through application and evaluation forms.
Program Evaluation
At the conclusion of the program, mentors and mentees will be asked to complete a brief online evaluation. Feedback will inform future iterations of the program.
