The Yellowstone Strengths Academy Mentoring Program engages adult volunteers for a period of one year. Mentors help aspiring workers between the ages of 14-19 gain stronger insights into their natural talents while sharpening their communication, interpersonal and professional skills.
Mentors must be at least 21 years of age, live in Yellowstone Country and:
While mentoring is typically designed for the benefit of the mentee, those with an active mentor/mentee relationship have confirmed the experience positively impacted their overall wellbeing and enhanced their own personal growth and career development.
When working with younger, aspiring workers, it is not uncommon to remember being in their shoes as you simultaneously realize how far you’ve come. You also have a deep appreciation for the education, training and interpersonal skills that were critical to your advanced and success. Sharing this perspective with a mentee can be tremendously helpful in growing your leadership capacity and recognizing your strengths.