Are you looking to grow professionally, gain valuable insight, and build meaningful connections in the GIS field? Now’s your chance to get involved in the Geospatial Professionals Network Mentoring Network. Applications are open for both mentors and mentees!
This program connects early-career GIS professionals with experienced mentors who can offer guidance, share knowledge, and support your growth. The GPN Mentoring Network is designed to foster impactful, long-term professional relationships perfect for students, recent grads, or GIS professionals wanting to refine their skills.
As a participant, you'll receive resources to help guide your mentoring journey and ensure a strong, productive match.
2025 Application Timeline
- Cohort 1: January 1 – February 15
- Cohort 2: May 1 – June 15
- Cohort 3: September 1 – October 15
Mentor Qualifications to Ensure Success
- Is genuinely excited at the opportunity of guiding a mentee
- Able to prioritize and devote time to honor mentoring commitments
- Shows interest in their mentee while exercising patience, encouragement, and motivation
- Accomplished within their industry/field
- Embodies self confidence and provides honest, constructive feedback to mentee
Mentee Qualifications to Ensure Success
- Able to prioritize and devote time to honor mentee commitments
- Is receptive and motivated in gaining skills the Mentor offers
- Takes initiative in seeking advice and able to receive constructive feedback
- Focused on goals and works towards achieving them
- Well prepared in discussing areas of strengths, weaknesses, needs, and interests
