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- 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?
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