Mentor

About Our Founder

Faith-Based Career Mentorship Program

Remote Internship / Academic Credit / Volunteer Framework

About Voice Up

VoiceUp Publishing Incorporated is dedicated to mobilizing college students to create positive social impact in our world. We believe in the power of young voices to inspire change.

Project Overview

Building Caring is a groundbreaking online education initiative that creates a transformative platform for individuals to share, celebrate, and learn from diverse faith journeys. We are pioneering an innovative digital community committed to sharing the power of God's love through integrated education, artistic expression, and spiritual formation.

The Faith Mentor Program connects experienced professionals, retirees, and qualified volunteers with college students seeking guidance in aligning their faith journey with their career aspirations. Through Christ-centered mentorship, mentors help students navigate academic, professional, and spiritual growth.

Program Objectives

- Foster meaningful mentor-mentee relationships grounded in Christian values

- Guide students in developing career plans that align with their faith and calling

- Provide spiritual support during critical career and life decisions

- Create a supportive community of faith-based professional development

Mentor Qualifications

Required:

- Strong Christian faith and active spiritual life

- Professional experience in any field (5+ years preferred)

- Excellent communication and listening skills

- Commitment to servant leadership

- Access to reliable internet for remote meetings

Eligible Participants:

- Retired professionals

- Current professionals seeking volunteer opportunities

- Graduate students (for academic credit)

- Ministry leaders and faith community members

Time Commitment

- 5-10 hours per week

- Minimum 4-month commitment

- Flexible scheduling within business hours

- Weekly mentor-mentee meetings (1 hour)

- Bi-weekly team meetings with program founder (1 hour)

Core Responsibilities

1. **Individual Mentorship**

- Host weekly virtual meetings with assigned students

- Provide career guidance and professional networking support

- Offer prayer and spiritual encouragement

- Help students identify and pursue internships/job opportunities

2. **Faith Integration**

- Lead Bible study discussions relevant to career development

- Share personal testimonies of faith in professional settings

- Guide students in discovering their God-given purpose

- Incorporate Christian principles into goal-setting and decision-making

3. **Program Development**

- Collaborate with founder on program improvement

- Document mentorship best practices

- Create faith-based career development resources

- Participate in mentor training and development

Program Structure

Week 1-2: Onboarding

- Program orientation and training

- Mentor-mentee matching

- Goal-setting workshop

- Prayer partner assignments

Weeks 3-14: Core Program

- Weekly one-on-one mentoring sessions

- Bi-weekly group fellowship meetings

- Monthly professional development workshops

- Ongoing prayer and spiritual support

Weeks 15-16: Program Conclusion

- Final assessment and feedback

- Celebration of growth and achievements

- Transition planning

- Program evaluation

Measuring Success

- Student feedback and testimonials

- Career milestone achievements

- Spiritual growth indicators

- Program participation metrics

- Mentor satisfaction surveys

Academic Credit Option

For students seeking academic credit:

- Additional documentation requirements

- Structured learning objectives

- Regular progress reports

- Faculty supervisor coordination

- Final project or presentation

Technology Requirements

- Zoom or similar video conferencing platform

- Email and calendar management

- Basic productivity software

- Prayer request tracking system

- Mentorship documentation tools

Application Process

Send to

1. Submit statement of faith and professional resume

2. Submit resume

3. Example of your best writing

Support Provided

- Comprehensive mentor training

- Regular supervision and guidance

- Prayer support network

- Professional development resources

- Access to Christian career development materials

"And what you have heard from me in the presence of many witnesses entrust to faithful men, who will be able to teach others also." - 2 Timothy 2:2