Become a Mentor

Interested in Becoming a Mentor?

Program Mentoring

Over the years, thousands of professionals: judges, doctors, teachers, entrepreneurs, and civic leaders have taken time from their busy schedules to serve as volunteer mentors to Puente students in programs across the state.

What do Puente Mentors do?

• Commit to mentor a student for 1 academic year (2 semesters).
• Meet with the student at least three times a semester.
• Contact the student at least once a month to help maintain a relationship.
• Help the student with mentor-related classroom assignments.
• Acquaint the student with their own educational and career background and professional expertise.
• Serve as a positive role model and encourage the achievement of higher education.
• Support their fellow mentors by sharing their mentor experiences.
• Participate in mentor-related Puente Project activities