MENTORSHIP PROGRAM
OVERVIEW
At Technologists for the Public Good (TPG), we aim to power and lift up the people who are reimagining how the government serves the public, harnessing the power of technology. We believe in building a vibrant community of individuals dedicated to transforming public service to deliver better outcomes to the public. TPG provides a platform for public good technologists to unite, share, and learn from one another.
We’re excited to announce that we are accepting applications for our second run of our Technologists for the Public Good Mentorship Program! The five-month program, running from January to May 2025, aims to facilitate meaningful connections and knowledge-sharing opportunities, and to offer support in navigating the intricate landscape of public interest technology. The program will match pairs of mentees and mentors and support their collaboration over the five-month period.
Find more information, including applications to join the program, here.
Our first Mentorship Program ran from January to May of 2024. We facilitated meaningful connections and created knowledge-sharing opportunities for early-career public interest technologists and those who had just joined the field, and helped them navigate the public service technology landscape.
In our first program cycle:
29 mentor-mentee were matched
90% of participants who provided feedback on their experience rated it positively (4+ out of 5), and called out specific supportive elements related to job searching, understanding the field, and developing skills.
Multiple participants received jobs within the public interest technology field during the process of the program.
Areas for improvement: Program scheduling, resource sharing, and communication channels.
We're excited to offer this one-on-one mentorship matching again. We’re also growing other mentorship program offerings, exploring group learning circles for bringing together small sets of mid- to late-career members.
BENEFITS
For Mentees:
Gain valuable insights and guidance from experienced mentors
Expand your network and connect with like-minded individuals
Develop your skills and advance your career in public interest technology
Gain exposure to cutting-edge technologies and trends
Enhance your problem-solving and critical thinking skills
Build confidence and self-belief in your abilities
Increase your chances of success in your chosen field
For Mentors:
Share your knowledge and expertise with the next generation of public interest technologists
Make a lasting impact on the lives of others
Expand your network and connect with emerging talent
Stay up-to-date on the latest technologies and trends
Enhance your mentoring skills
Receive recognition for your contributions to the TPG community
Gain a sense of fulfillment and satisfaction
Demonstrate your leadership for future professional opportunities
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
Mentees Experience: Mentees should be in their early career or have transitioned into the field less than three years ago.
Mentors Experience: Mentors should have a minimum of 5 years of experience in the public interest technology sector or a related field.
Time Commitment: Participants are expected to dedicate a minimum of 2 hours per month to mentorship activities, including meetings and communication with their partner.
Respect and Professionalism: Participants are required to abide by the TPG Code of Conduct.
Questions? Contact community@publicgood.tech.
Thank you to everyone who participated in our 2024 mentorship program!