UWA Career Mentor Link is a six-month mentoring program (May–October) that connects industry professionals (mentors) with UWA students (mentees).
You will be matched with a student whose career interests and course align with your skills and expertise. As a mentor, you can use your experience to guide, support, and encourage students as they explore their career pathways.
The program is flexible and student-led. While the Career Mentor Link team coordinates the match, overall structure, and events, it is the mentee’s responsibility to drive the relationship.
Please note: this program is not a pathway for students to secure an internship or employment at your organisation; students are informed of this from the outset.
Time Commitments
- Registrations close March 31st. You will discover your mentee(s) in April.
- Runs from May to October
- Monthly engagement with your mentee/s (face to face or online)
- Attending the Launch Event in May (if Perth or Albany based)
- Optional networking and panel events held throughout the program
- Optional end of year celebration in October
Mentor Support
- Pre-program information session: Optional session covering program structure, mentoring tips, and expectations (recorded for later viewing). Date TBC
- Mentoring handbook: Detailed guide outlining program expectations and best practices.
- Learn from peers: Hear from previous mentors about their experiences
Eligibility
Working professionals with relevant experience (3+ years in industry preferred)We welcome applications from both UWA alumni and other industry professionals with are enthusiastic about supporting students and sharing their career insights.
Mentors do not need to be based in Perth; remote mentoring is welcome, with meetings conducted online as needed.
Who are the mentees
Career Mentor Link welcomes a diverse range of UWA students, including:* Undergraduates who have completed at least one year of study
* Postgraduate and research students
* Regional students, including those based at our Albany campus
In addition to the main program, UWA’s MBA Mentor Program runs as a dedicated stream. MBA students take part in tailored activities and are matched with highly experienced senior Mentors, while still engaging with the wider mentoring community.
All participating students must be in good standing.
