Who is a mentee? A mentee is current student or alumni of MNNIT wanting to learn from experience of other alumni who has been through a similar path and are recognized as role models in their position or area. A mentee could be a current student overwhelmed with many higher education options in India and abroad and wants to discuss with a mentor who has been through this process for valuable tips. A mentee could be a final year student or a recent graduate looking for his/her first break or an alumni planning to switch job, who all want to get the insights into a particular job, company, and/or industry from a trusted and experienced mentor.
Benefits for a current student in having a mentor:
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Receive advice on how to plan and prepare for getting admission into a post-graduate institute in India or abroad
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Learn about the requirements for a particular job, company, or industry; and how you can prepare yourself
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Provide a perspective on long-term career planning
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Receive honest and informal feedback
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Provide an outlet to discuss concerns
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Expand growth in your sense of competence, identity, and effectiveness as a professional
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Learn how to connect with other alumni and contribute to MNNIT strong alumni network
Mentee responsibilities:
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Setup a communication channel with mentor
– email, chat, phone call, personal meeting (if local) etc.
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Present needs in an articulate way to make most effective use of mentor's time
