Help young students make informed career decisions

Become an Unherd Mentor

Career choices, that may seem straightforward to you today, are challenging to young inexperienced students. We, at Unherd, believe this is where you can step in — by tapping into your experience and expertise to give direction to tomorrow’s professionals.

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Benefits of Mentorship?

Our 280+ mentors say that guiding young students helps them build a positive attitude, makes them hopeful about the future and enhances their productivity at their workspace.

They say a mentorship at Unherd is
• Fun • An opportunity for personal growth • A chance to make a positive difference
• A learning onto itself • A feel-good feeling • Energizing!

At your convenience

All we need is 2-3 hours of your time (per week) at a day and time convenient to you.

Program duration

Each program is 14-16 hours in total based on curriculum and your commitment.

Perks & compensation

Make a difference and receive a lucrative compensation, it’s a win-win!

Benefits that go beyond

We seek varied life, and professional, experiences and are open to queries.

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Karan Machado (RJ Kay)

Working with Unherd is definitely one of the most fulfilling and easiest things I have ever done. I think being part of such a wonderful setup that drives so much change cannot be compared to any great feeling out there — because it supersedes any great feeling out there to be honest. I think that being a mentor is an honor and privilege. What Unherd is trying to create is far ahead of its time in India and hope rest of India catches up soon! More than that, I strongly believe that everything is taken care of, there is ultimate transparency and it’s just a great experience to always work with Unherd.

Saantvan

Unherd, such an unique and powerful name and idea! When we joined this truly special mentorship program , the first thought was “wish we had this opportunity & exposure when we began our careers.” The intention & the idea of empowering high-schoolers by giving them a glimpse of the field of their interest is just extraordinary. This enables them to take informed decisions, which is so imperative.

Elvin Jacob

Unherd gives youngsters a unique opportunity by connecting them with actual practitioners/professionals who then impart real-world lessons to them and also help remove myths about their profession that might exist. With this knowledge, students can take a more informed decision about their career. I was pleasantly surprised to discover that some students enrol for multiple mentorship programs to understand different career options. And that is the biggest proof of how effective students find Unherd’s mentorship programs to be.

How to become a Mentor with Unherd

We seek mentors with minimum of 3 years of work experience and display leadership, empathy and commitment. While we are not fussy about a mentor’s age or experience, a sense of humor will be considered a plus.

Application Process

Selection based on qualification, experience and interest.

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Phone Interview

A call that helps us get to know you better.

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Assessment Session

Teach a 5-minute virtual lesson in your area of expertise.

Apply to be an Unherd Mentor

Do submit the application below and we will get back to you within 24-48 hours

FAQs

I have never mentored anyone before, I am not sure if I can manage it.

We understand that committing to a mentorship comes with a huge responsibility and may feel overwhelming. You may also be worried that you are not used to dealing with teenagers and that is perfectly normal. Be honest about why you want to mentor. If you are not sure, try teaching a student to see if you enjoy working in the education field.

I have never set a program curriculum, will Unherd help me?

We are always just a phone call or a message away for our mentors. Rest assured; we are with you every step of the way. We will extend all support to ensure your classes are impactful — right from your curriculum to shaping quality learning outcomes.

I have a full-time job, can I still mentor?

Yes, you can! Most of our mentors are full-time working professionals and we welcome that. You only need to spend 2-3 hours a week on your mentorship class for 1-1.5 months maximum. The timings and duration of your classes can be set to suit your schedule.

What if I need to take a break from the program suddenly?

Sometimes there are unavoidable situations — perhaps a family emergency or sickness — and you might need to take a break. If that is the situation, you can inform your program coordinator at Unherd and discuss rescheduling possibilities. It is however best to stay committed to your classes and not withdraw altogether. You could do far more harm to students if you suddenly abandon the mentorship class.

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