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Become a Mentor

Mentor future technologists across CovCyber programs

Share your expertise in cybersecurity, AI/ML, software engineering, privacy, and more. Start with 3-4 hours per week and make a lasting impact.

Role Overview
What you'll do as a mentor

Guide mentees through projects, career decisions, and interview prep

Host mock interviews and resume/LinkedIn reviews

Share industry insights from your domain

Encourage inclusive, ethical, and growth-oriented practices

Expertise Areas
Who we're looking for

Cybersecurity, Privacy, Network Security

AI/ML, Data Science, Cloud, DevOps

Software, Web, Mobile Engineering

Product, UX, Entrepreneurship, 3D Printing, Drones

Time Commitment
Flexible and sustainable

Start at 3-4 hours per week

Flexible scheduling (evenings/weekends welcome)

Scale up as your bandwidth allows

Short, structured sessions that fit your life

What you'll receive
Support to do your best work

Onboarding, program guidelines, and ethical mentoring training

Templates: session planning, interview kits, and feedback rubrics

Community of mentors and staff support

Recognition and development opportunities

Requirements
What's needed to apply

2+ years in a relevant tech role

Active LinkedIn profile (required)

Commitment to inclusive, ethical mentoring

Willingness to complete a brief AI-led interview and provide references

Commitment & Agreement
Key commitments from the mentor letter
  • 1-year mentorship commitment
  • Support 5 mentees with approximately 3-4 hours/week
  • Respond to mentee messages within 48 business hours
  • Maintain confidentiality and uphold professional conduct
  • Provide 30-day notice for termination; $500 fee if less than 30 days or in final 30 days
Stipend & Benefits
Compensation and incentives
  • Stipend ranges $550–$1,250 USD based on cohort duration (subject to program terms and regional pay structure)
  • Cohort-based: 25% at start, 75% at completion
  • Cohort lengths are fixed per program; start/end confirmed in platform
  • Bonus incentives for exceptional mentee outcomes

Ready to make an impact?

Apply now—our team reviews applications weekly and guides you through the next steps.