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Mentoring Program

 

SHRA is initiating a new program designed to support the College Relations Leadership Plan of SHRM. Locally there are many students enrolled in HR educational programs in hopes of pursuing a career in HR. Classroom instruction provides theory and information about HR, but lacks “hands on” experience. Mentoring offers students a first hand look at the reality of being an HR professional. This is where you can help!

For further information contact Deb Tuttle (dtuttle@keypartnersinc.com)

Expectations of a mentor:

  1. Willingness to donate time (minimally 10 hours)
  2. Partner with one student (pre-screened by application and recommendation of teacher or advisor)

    3. Interview the student:

    • explore his/her career goals
    • provide brief overview of the mission of SHRA/SHRM
    • describe your position and job responsibilities
  3. Set up a plan for the student to spend time with you at work
  4. Invite the student to a SHRA meeting to make a brief presentation outlining the experience.
  5. Optional: attend student’s class and make brief presentation of the experience.

Expectations of Student “Mentee”:

  1. Submit application and recommendation of teacher or advisor
  2. Actively participate in all scheduled meetings including initial interview with mentor
  3. Prepare and submit to SHRA a one page paper/presentation summarizing/commenting on the experience. This should include a brief description of the experience and commentary on the value of the experience.