Become a Career Mentor
I Am, We Are (IAWA) is seeking dedicated professionals from all career backgrounds to volunteer as career mentors for our alumni. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, educator, corporate professional, tradesperson, or creative, your experience and guidance can help shape a young person’s future.
Many of our alumni are recently finished secondary school and are navigating important transitions—applying to university, searching for jobs, or starting their professionals careers. As a mentor, you will provide valuable career insights, professional advice, and encouragement to help them take their next steps with confidence.
Mentors are a key component of the support network IAWA strives to create for our Alumni. This network includes nurturing adults, peer mentors, advocates, role models, and a cohort of positive peers—all working together to ensure young people have the guidance and support they need to thrive.
Mentor Opportunities
We invite you to participate in one of our upcoming mentorship opportunities:
Virtual Mentoring – March to May 2025
Location: Anywhere in South Africa (Remote)
Commitment: 1-2 hours per month
Support a young person from the comfort of your home or workplace by providing career mentoring over three months. You will:
Guide an alumni in career exploration, job searching, or university applications.
Offer monthly 1-hour virtual mentoring support tailored to their goals.
Serve as a positive role model and source of encouragement as they take their next steps.
How to Apply
We are currently accepting applications for virtual mentors. Selected mentors will be invited to an orientation and provided with materials to help facilitate a positive mentor relationship.