Industrial Mentorship Programme

Mentees register by completing and submitting the application form via email at K.Baumgaertner[@]hochschule-trier[.]de. After registration, participants receive initial information about the programme and the introductory session. Meanwhile, the process of matching mentees with suitable mentors begins. Mentees will be informed as soon as additional details become available.

After submitting the application form, we search for a suitable mentor based on the provided information and contact them on behalf of the mentee. Once a suitable mentor is found, we get in touch with the mentee. With the agreement of both parties, we arrange an initial online meeting. Further information about the first meeting can be found under Registration & Support.

During the initial meeting, the basic framework is discussed, including the frequency of meetings, the preferred communication format, and key topics to be addressed in the mentoring relationship. The further development of the mentoring process is then carried out independently by the mentee and mentor. We are available to provide support whenever needed.

Company visits and mutual insights into each other’s working methods are explicitly encouraged. If any communication or coordination issues arise, both mentees and mentors can contact us at any time – we are happy to help!

The IMP Café takes place every six weeks, with the first session scheduled for April, and offers mentees the opportunity to exchange ideas with one another. The aim is to discuss the current progress of their PhD and mentoring experience, with each session focusing on a specific topic chosen collectively by the group. The first session will focus on the roles and responsibilities of mentees and mentors.

Workshops on career-relevant topics are organized on a needs-based approach in coordination with the participants. In addition, mentees can also take part in internal project-related events.

As part of the programme, the Industrial Talks take place in April, July, and October. All PhD students are invited to attend. These events provide the opportunity to engage with company representatives and gain valuable insights for personal career development.

At the end of the programme, a closing event takes place in November (online or at Trier University of Applied Sciences), where mentees and mentors can share their experiences and present valuable insights. In addition, the programme offers the opportunity to remain part of the mentoring network and maintain the connections made.