Students and young engineers need you to be involved with e-mentoring

Emily M. Smith
ASME NEWS

The expansion of ASME's highly popular e-mentoring program means that more experienced mechanical engineers are needed to meet the demand for professional advice among student members and young engineers.

ASME members who have served as e-mentors say that the program gives them the satisfaction of sharing their professional experience in a way that helps young engineers find their way in the profession and also contributes to the future of mechanical engineering.

While most students receive top-notch technical training from their academic programs, they need to find out from working engineers what else they will need on the job. That knowledge can help ease the transition from academic life to the working world.

Engineers who have been out of school for five years or less also need the guidance of a mentor who can advise them about issues in the workplace.

The advantage of participating in the e-mentoring program is that the parties have the flexibility of meeting anytime, anywhere.

For more information about how to serve as an e-mentor or becoming a mentoree, visit www.asme.org/ementoring.

 

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