Mentoring – FAQ

• How will a mentor support the mentee?
  • The mentor will guide the mentee to gain knowledge.

• How is the matching done?
  • Based on the stated goal(s) of the mentee as indicated in the questionnaire, the Mentoring Committee will search for available mentors and propose them to the mentee.
  • The mentee will contact the selected mentor.

• What is the cost of mentoring?
  • Mentoring is free of charge for the mentee, mentoring is voluntary and the mentor receives no compensation.

• Does a mentee need to have experience in Mass Properties?
  • A basic understanding in engineering, mechanics and physics is required.

• How does a mentor apply?
  • An application form is linked on the Mentoring webpage.
  • A guideline is linked to the form.
  • For questions contact mentoring@sawe.org.

• How long will the mentoring take?
  • The duration of the mentoring depends on the goals set and the availability of mentor and mentee. Both will agree on the duration during their kick-off meeting.

• How does a mentee apply?
  • An application form is linked on the Mentoring webpage.
  • A guideline is linked to the form.
  • For questions contact mentoring@sawe.org.

• Who is responsible to drive the mentoring?
  • The mentee is in the driver’s seat.
  • A documentation form will be available on the Mentoring webpage.

• Will the documentation of the mentoring be shared?
  • This document will only be shared with the express consent of mentor and mentee.

• Is mentoring only available for technical subjects?
  • Both technical and non-technical mentoring will be available.

• Do I receive a certificate of completion?
  • A certificate will not be provided.

• When is the mentoring completed?
  • The mentoring shall be considered completed if the mentee and mentor agree that:
    • The defined expectations have been fulfilled or
    • The sessions do not advance as expected.

• Will the mentoring be online?
  • Most of the mentoring session will be virtual, a case of proximity between mentor and mentee face to face sessions can be done. Mentor and mentee agree on the methods of communication.

• What happens if I, as a mentor or mentee, do not get along with the other?
  • If the match is not compatible, the Mentoring Committee will suggest an alternate mentor upon notification.

• Do I need to be a member of the SAWE?
  • Both mentor and mentee need to be members in good standing with the SAWE for the duration of the mentoring. Rules of SAWE-membership apply.

• Is Mentoring linked to Certification?
  • One means of fulfilling the requirement for renewal of the Mass Properties Engineering Certificate is to be a mentor.
  • The mentee will gain knowledge required for the Certification exam.

• Whom do I contact in case of additional questions?
  • For questions on Mentoring contact mentoring@sawe.org.