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DGM Mentoring Program: The perfect start to your career
- Gain clarity and orientation: Learn from experts in science and industry about different career paths and how to define your own goals.
- From lecture hall to working life: Your mentor will help you prepare for the transition into the professional world – from the job search to your first week at work.
- Network with like-minded people: Connect with experienced mentors and students who share your interests to build your professional network.
How the mentoring program works:
- Application deadline: 11 January 2026
- Matching: After receiving your application, we will schedule a short phone interview to learn more about your interests and goals. Based on this conversation, we will select a suitable mentor from the DGM network for you.
- Program duration: 1 year
- Kick-off in Frankfurt: Meet your mentoring tandem and the group in person at the kick-off event, which will take place on 10 – 11 April 2026, in Frankfurt am Main.
- 1:1 meetings: You and your mentor organize your meetings flexibly according to your individual needs — you decide on the time, place, and frequency.
- Group exchange: Regular online meetings for mentors and mentees encourage experience sharing and provide additional inspiration.
- Support from DGM: We will accompany you throughout the year and are available for any questions that may arise.
- Final event in person: At the end of the program, all participants will come together once again to share experiences and celebrate achievements.
🗓️ Dates: All planned dates can be found under Mentoring 2026.
💡 Costs: A personal contribution of up to 100€ per person will be charged for each of the two in-person events.
Are you in?
Apply by 11 January 2026:
Are you a trainee and want to take part? Feel free to apply, and we will find suitable mentors for you within the DGM network!
Already established in your career and interested in supporting young people with your experience? Then sign up as a mentor!
Still have questions? Write to us at nachwuchsdgm.de!
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