The Promentor Programme: An Alumni Mentoring Programme
With the generous support of the MaxEm Trust, the Promentor Programme offers mentoring by Oxford alumni exclusively for Foundation and First Year students on bursaries at the University of Oxford
This programme offers an unrivalled opportunity to engage with a range of experienced career professionals in a mentoring context.
Mentees
Each year, 10 University of Oxford students are selected to join the programme, following an application process. Eligible students are invited to apply via email, and will complete the process via the Promentor Programme page on CareerConnect.
Mentees on the Promentor Programme will receive:
Training so students are ready to fully engage in the programme and are equipped with the tools to do so.
Introductions to mentors, currently working in their sectors of interest. Introductions take place in Hilary term and Trinity term.
A £250 payment for each year that the mentee engages with the programme during their undergraduate degree at the University of Oxford.
Invitations to social and networking events.
Key dates for 2023-24
Foundation Year Students
18 October 2023: Application window opens (apply via CareerConnect)
October2023 (day TBC): Promentor Programme Information Evening for potential applicants in person at the Careers Service from 17:00-18:30
8 November 2023: Application close at 17:00
w/c 20 November 2023: Interview if shortlisted
December 2023/January 2024: Mentee training session and mentor matching process begins
End of Hilary term 2024: All matches made.
1st Year Students
25 October 2023: Applications open (apply via CareerConnect)
16 November 2023: Promentor Programme Information Evening for potential applicants in person at the Careers Service from 17:00-18:30
24 November 2023: Applications close at 17:00
w/c 4 December 2023: Interview if shortlisted
January 2024: Mentee training session
End of Trinity term 2024: All matches made.
What students say
https://www.youtube.com/embed/RsgG6XxdwsQ
The programme totally pushed me to think seriously about what I want in the future and what different sectors can provide me. I certainly wouldn't be at the stage I'm at now without the programme
- Second year mentee (PPE)
The Promentor Programme has not only enhanced my time at Oxford and made it feel worthwhile. The direct support provided by the director allows you to feel close to the programme and not frightened to venture forwards. The programme has opened my eyes to what life could look like after my time here is up - and it does feel as though time goes by so quickly during my studies. The programme provides growth and stability during uncertain times - it fosters networking and mental clarity in careers going forward. The Programme is highly flexible - my interests were niche - yet were met swiftly by its impressive alumni base - something that would not be imaginable had I not taken the courage to apply. Finally, the Promentor Programme binds together individuals with different interests yet a common drive to grow - a true gem
