Our Program
UX Tree Mentorship
The UX Tree is pleased to announce the launch of a new initiative, UX Mentorship Programme, focused on mentorship and career development.
Our idea is to pair grads and early-stage designers with experienced professionals in the UX industry who share similar career journeys, to develop their professional skills and help bridge the gap between education and the workplace.
The UX Mentorship Programme will begin in September 2023 and conclude in December 2023.
1st July 2023
Applications opening date
20th August 2023
Applications closing date
25th August 2023
Selections announcing date
5th September 2023
Programme starting date
Mentorship goals
The basis of a mentoring relationship is a conversation. However, if there’s no direction or end goal to frame these conversations, it’ll be a waste of time for both the Mentor and Mentee.
That’s why in UX Tree, we decided to spice things up by introducing the assignment for the Mentee. This assignment needs to be completed in four-months time, with ongoing support from Mentor.
Other examples of Mentee’s goals for a mentoring relationship could be:
- Improving soft skills
- Networking
- Learning the workplace culture
- Gain visibility for potential promotions
- Improving problem-solving skills
Read about Top 5 benefits of getting a Mentor
Examples of a Mentor’s goals for helping their Mentee may be:
- Improving leadership skills
- Growing a guide reputation
- Sharpening communication skills
- Gaining new perspectives
Plan and project
The program will be entirely virtual, with meetings between you and your mentor taking place using web conferencing software such as Slack and Google Meet. Throughout the program, you will receive ongoing design feedback from your mentor and peer support from our community via our Slack workspace.
Upon completion of the program, you will submit a case study. After review and approval, you will receive a certificate to add to your LinkedIn and portfolio page.
Interested in helping someone with UX, or you need help?
Whether you’re looking for a mentor; or looking to become one – you’ve come to the right place.