Are you ready to take the next step in your career journey? Good news: the Career Ready Industry Mentoring Program is back for Semester 2 2025!
The Industry Mentoring Program is designed to connect you with an industry professional and build your networking skills in a 12-week guided mentoring program.
You’ll be matched with a mentor based on your key interests, background and career goals. Through this guided experience, you’ll strengthen your networking skills, gain real-world insights and receive tailored support as you prepare for job applications and your transition into the professional world.
All students are invited to participate in the program at any stage of their course.
The program can help you:
- Gain industry insights – understand the job market and trends within your chosen sector
- Receive personalised support – access guidance in networking and professional development
- Broaden your perspective – challenge assumptions and explore new ways of thinking
- Plan with confidence – ask questions and get tailored advice as you navigate the early stages of your career
As a bonus, the mentoring program contributes towards the Career Ready Advantage Award.
Applications for the Semester 2 2025 program are now open!
The Semester 2 program starts on Monday 4 August, so don’t miss your chance to connect with a mentor and take your career journey to the next level.
For more information, visit the Industry Mentoring webpage or email the team at mentoring@latrobe.edu.au.
Industry Mentoring success
By participating in the Industry Mentoring Program, you’ll be supported to achieve success and develop your skills. Here’s what our 2024 participants achieved:
- 602 students were mentored by 393 industry professionals, gaining invaluable insights and guidance
- 100% of mentees were satisfied or very satisfied with their experience and would recommend the program to their peers
- 98.6% of mentees felt more confident in their career direction
- 74.7% reporting improved communication and networking skills
- 100% of participants achieved some, most, or all of their goals during the program
- The program saw a 57% increase in student participation compared to 2023—don’t miss your chance to join this growing success story!
Meet Akash and Alvin
Akash, a Business Analytics student at La Trobe University, found an exceptional mentor in Alvin, a seasoned industry professional at the National Australia Bank (NAB) thanks to La Trobe’s Career Ready Industry Mentoring Program. Hear how the program benefitted them.
