Volunteer to serve as a mentor or request to be matched with a mentor
Deadline: June 30, 2026

The SSSP Annual Mentorship Program is designed to facilitate interaction between SSSP members who wish to be paired with a mentor or mentee. The primary objective of this program is to facilitate connections between mentors and mentees for at least one year (summer 2026-summer 2027).

For mentees: You will be paired with a mentor that aligns with your indicated needs as they relate to academic, professional, and/or personal aspects.

For mentors: You can indicate the specifics of your participation (e.g., having one or more mentees, frequency of communication) and indicate the areas for which you are best suited to advise.

To be matched with a mentor or mentee, please submit the appropriate online application form below:

To become a mentor, complete the mentor application form.

To become a mentee, complete the mentee application form.

Eligibility: You must be a current SSSP member to participate in the program. If you are not yet a member, join or renew your membership. All participants are expected to adhere to the SSSP’s Anti-Harassment Policy.

Annual Mentoring: Important Reminders

  • Mentor-mentee matching is done thoughtfully, but due to varying availability, expertise, or experience levels, perfect alignment may not always be possible within a hectic academic year.
  • We encourage mentors and mentees to clearly communicate expectations, availability, and goals-ideally in an introductory message or during your first meeting.
  • Mentors: Thank you for generously volunteering your time. If your availability has changed since applying, please let us know as soon as possible so we can adjust if needed.
  • If any concerns arise, don’t hesitate to reach out-we’re here to support a positive and valuable experience for everyone involved.
  • Our committee will do our best to resolve any questions or concerns in a timely, mutual, and respectful way.

For assistance, contact Meghna Bhat, Chair, Committee on Mentorship at megbhat@gmail.com.

Application Deadline: June 30, 2026