Mentoring Program
Sustainable & Long-term
The 1:1 mentoring relationship is developed during the mentee’s high school years, through college, and into the early parts of their professional career.
Mentees meet with their mentors (either virtually or in-person) according to the following schema:
- Year 1: 1 hour every month
- Year 2: 1 hour every other month
- Year 3+: 1 hour every quarter
year 1
Meet 1 hour
every month
year 2
Meet 1 hour every
other month
year 3+
Meet 1 hour
every quarter
after
university
At the mentor’s
and mentee’s discretion
Recruitment Timeline
The recruitment process consists of many steps. You can explore the timeline below to see what’s happening and what to expect.
Tailored Curriculum
Thriving Elements has a curriculum tailored for each high school grade to help with the mentee-mentor discussion.
View the respective curriculums below:
Explore a range of STEM careers
Each Mentee gets matched with one Mentor in their desired field, however, by joining the Mentoring Program, you also join a network of students and professionals from a wide range of STEM areas.
Feedback from Mentees and Mentors
help us continuously improve the program
Thriving Elements gives me confidence as a girl pursuing a career in STEM. As you know STEM is a male-dominant field, which is overwhelming and can be anxious. My mentor is someone I look up to as she herself already works in the STEM field. She gives me motivation, advice about career & college, we talk about our hobbies and interests, we always relate to each other and that is very reassuring.
Thanipa
Mentee since 2017
I really enjoy the longer term (over 3 years) aspect of the program because you get to know your mentee over a longer period of time and can support with a long-range view (not short-term goals). Also, I appreciate building accountability on the students’ side. It is such a wonderful message (and practice) of ownership, action, and respect. Great foundation for future leaders!
Marriot
Mentor since 2021
Thriving Elements provides me with opportunities to learn more about the STEM field and what I want to go into with my future. This program gave me so many new insights and perspectives when navigating the world around me.
Charlee
Mentee since 2021
Being a mentor has been a humbling and enlightening experience. I find myself encouraged and motivated by the mentee’s enthusiasm and zeal.
Neo
Mentor since 2021
I love that I am getting the opportunity to talk to professionals and reach for, and expand my goals. I truly think this mentorship program is deeply inspiring.
Beatrice
Mentee since 2022
Thriving Elements has provided me with such tremendous opportunities and it’s especially nice knowing that I have someone to reach out to whenever I’m in need of support.
Nancy
Mentee since 2017
Thriving Elements volunteers really take the time to make a difference in young women’s lives, empowering them to dream big, and providing the support they need to realize their goals and aspirations.
Anella
Mentor since 2017
It is a great mentorship program that really creates a space to chat with someone about anything. Especially heading towards success!
Dora
Mentee since 2018
I love how many events Thriving Elements puts together and how they provide so many resources for both mentees and mentors.
Anna
Mentor since 2021
Thriving Elements definitely helped me to become more confident because of my mentor. I definitely enjoy spending time with her and we have good conversations. I was also able to meet new people and my plans for the future have become more clear.
Elena
Mentee since 2021
I love that the program is selective about finding young people with ambition.
Emma
Mentor since 2018
I love the opportunities Thriving Elements provides. Getting to be paired with someone in the workforce is so beneficial. It feels a little uncomfortable at first, but then you get to see how important it is and how the mentor is tailored to fit your needs. TE is empowering young adults to reach their goals in a world that has been (and still is) predominantly run by men.
Samantha
Mentee since 2018
Thriving Elements is great at providing tailored opportunities and resources. In my experience, most schools lack the capacity to provide genuine coaching to students about their next 5 years and Thriving Elements fills the gap that is left by our education system.
Phoumano
Mentor since 2019
You have a mentor that is assigned to you but you also have a community that inspires you. If you’re first gen, this is a great program where you can gain so much. It made everything much easier going through high school and preparing for college.
Shafaq
Mentee since 2018