Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the On-Line Alumni Mentoring program?
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What benefits does the On-Line Alumni Mentoring program offer?
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Who are On-Line Alumni Mentors?
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What kind of information does an On-Line Alumni Mentor share?
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Can any student attending the University of Central Florida request an On-Line Alumni Mentor?
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How do Alumni Mentors/Mentees get started?
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Is there a waiting period to become an On-Line Mentor/Mentee?
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How do students search for On-Line Alumni Mentors?
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What type of questions should students ask their On-Line Alumni Mentor?
1. What is the On-Line Alumni Mentoring program?
The purpose of the UCF On-Line Alumni Mentoring Program is to facilitate a
continuous relationship between students and alumni that will foster leadership and
development in the areas of academics, professionalism and personal development
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2. What benefits does the On-Line Alumni Mentoring program offer?
Participation in the On-Line Alumni Mentoring Program will allow students to
connect classroom knowledge with real world situations, which will help them to
make informed decisions during the career planning process. The program will also
give UCF Alumni an opportunity to give back to their college community while
educating future UCF Alumni on the skills and attributes that employers value in
employees.
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3. Who are On-Line Alumni Mentors?
An On-Line Alumni Mentor is a University of Central Florida graduate who volunteers to speak with current students via email about major/career related issues and topics.
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4. What kind of information does an On-Line Alumni Mentor share?
Mentors will share information related to the career planning process, which may include topics such as: resume building, interview and job etiquette, the college to work transition, and a host of other professional related topics.
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5. Can any student attending the University of Central Florida request an On-Line
Alumni Mentor?
Yes
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6. How do Alumni Mentors/Mentees get started?
Mentors: Contact Career Services & Experiential Learning via snail mail, email or phone to
request a registration form. Once you've submitted a registration form we'll
assign to you a Login ID and Password, giving you access to the mentor component
of KnightLink. After receiving your Login ID and Password, you'll be
able to log into KnightLink to create your Mentor Profile.
Mentees: All student mentees will need to be registered members of KnightLink in order to participate in the On-Line Alumni Mentoring
program. To become a registered member stop by Career Services & Experiential Learning,
located in Ferrell Commons (formerly Student Resource Center) Room 185. Once you become a registered
member you'll receive a Login ID and Password, which will allow you to search for
mentors on KnightLink.
**Students and Alumni who are already registered members of KnightLink
can use their existing Login ID and Password.
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7. Is there a waiting period to become an On-Line Mentor/Mentee?
Once Career Services & Experiential Learning assigns you a Login ID and Password you will be
able to participate in the program.
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8. How do students search for On-Line Alumni Mentors?
Students can search for On-Line Alumni Mentors by logging onto KnightLink from the CSEL website. A student would then click on the "networking" tab at the top of the page. On this page, students are able to enter information into the search fields in order to locate an On-Line Alumni Mentor
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9. What type of questions should students ask their On-Line Alumni Mentor?
Mentors can be a valuable resource to help you learn more about different industries and opportunities, and give you advice on selecting courses, interviewing, and planning your future. Some questions you may want to ask your On-Line Alumni Mentor include:
- What do you do during a typical work week/day?
- What skills/abilities/attributes are most important in your work?
- How did you enter this field?
- What preparations (college major, training, other work experiences) would you suggest for someone interested in entering this field?
- What other career areas are related to your work?
- What are the areas of growth and decline in this career field?
- What is the average beginning salary for a person entering this career field?
- Must someone in your field expect to be moved about often during his/her career (within the company and geographically)?
- Can you name any relevant magazines, journals, or publications that you would recommend I review?
- What is your response to my resume? How would you suggest I change it?
- Do you have any advice for me?
