Discover where your degree can take you. UNSW's Career Discovery Mentoring Program connects students with experienced industry professionals to explore career pathways, gain insight into their chosen field, and build the skills and confidence needed for future career success.
Through one-on-one mentoring, students develop a deeper understanding of industries, workplace culture, career opportunities and emerging trends, while receiving personalised guidance from someone who has navigated a similar career journey. Along the way, students strengthen their employability skills, reflect on their strengths, values and interests, and build meaningful professional networks with mentors and fellow participants.
Note: This program is not an internship, work experience or employment opportunity and does not meet the requirements for Industrial Training. Instead, it is designed to help students explore career possibilities, better understand the skills and attributes valued by employers, and make more informed decisions about their future careers.
Why Become a Mentor?
- Inspire a student who is eager to learn more from your career path and expertise
- Develop your leadership skills by reflecting on your career learnings, achievements, and aspirations.
- Contribute to the UNSW community in a meaningful way
- Receive recognition in the form of a UNSW-certified LinkedIn badge
Why Become a Mentee?
- Explore multiple industries/sectors to help discover a career path that’s right for you
- Build a relationship with an established industry professional who will provide support and guidance
- Build confidence in developing professional networks
- Develop employability skills such as communication, interpersonal, leadership and organisational skills
- Take part in a program that offers the opportunity to engage online or face to face
- Gain AHEGS accreditation
One of the greatest values of mentors is the ability to see ahead what others cannot see and to help them navigate a course to their destination. - John C. Maxwell

