Taking you higher with mentorship

Want to get a head start in your future and make the most out of your undergraduate journey? Mentors can help you map out the career path you want to take, and prepare you for the journey. We share with you 5 tips on how you can start to find a mentor!

Taking you higher with mentorship

Leverage your school’s programs or alumni network

Check out your school’s website and resources for mentorship programs to help you get you started. If you have graduated, your alumni network is worth looking into. Your professors are likely to have potential and suitable mentors to recommend to you. Don’t forget that you can also network with your school seniors to find out more.

Pick a mentor from your internship

Internships are not only great opportunities for you to get a feel of the industry you wish to develop your career in, they also open doors for you to meet many experienced mentors. Bond and interact with them and pick a mentor you are comfortable with to learn more about their journey, career tips and knowledge of the industry.

Join mentorship programs and events

Search for organisation that offers mentorship programs as this would sometimes be the most natural and easiest way to gain a mentor. Attend the networking events hosted by these organisations and look around for mentors that would suit you the most.

Engage on social media

Engaging mentors through social media is now an option with LinkedIn. Connect yourself with the groups you are involved in to find a mentor that best fits your professional interest. With this online platform, you can easily arrange for a meet-up session to chat further.

Consult your family and friends

A mentor can come from your family or close friends, people who usually know you best and can be very honest with you. You can even consider your parents for your mentors – they generally have your best interest in mind and at the same time are not afraid to push you. 

Decision Magazine Issue 14

In issue 14, find out more about Deloitte’s learning and development initiatives with stories on our Deloitte Southeast Asia Innovation Day and Deloitte University Asia Pacific! Want to have more control in how you shape your future career? Discover how Deloitte can empower you through flexibility with our new work-life integration program! In addition, take a behind-the-scenes look at Elizabeth Han’s role as a Deloitte Risk Advisory Security Analyst, where she shares insights as the cyber gatekeeper of confidential information. We also share 10 Moves to make moments matter that you can apply to your student life as well as your internship. Lastly, we look back at the key highlights of 2019, ranging from our sports achievements at the Inter-Departmental and Institute of Chartered Accountants Games to our under the sea themed Year-end party!

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