Mentoring Program

Created in 2007, this program is a reference in the academic environment, contributing to the personal academic and professional development of Bachelor and Master students, through "one-to-one" support by a CATÓLICA-LISBON Alumni - who will be their Mentor. This is a collaborative and sharing relationship of enormous mutual benefit.

Key Program Figures

Inspire and help develop a  new generation of young people who want to be protagonists in the world. Be part of the CATÓLICA-LISBON Alumni Mentors network.

It is a collaborative M&m - Mentor | mentee relationship, based on trust and mutual consideration. The Mentor uses his/her experience and know how to support the critical reflection and personal, academic and professional development of the student, being a catalyst for it. A relationship of sharing and enormous mutual benefit.

An opportunity to mark and to be part of the path of this new generation of young people. The promise of a worthwhile challenge. Take a chance! We’re counting on you! Join us!

I want to be a Mentor

FAQ´S


1. Who are the mentees?

All Bachelor’s and Master’s students at CATÓLICA-LISBON are welcome to apply to the program each year.

 

2. What is the Mentor's profile?

  • Being a CATÓLICA-LISBON Alumni;
  • Minimum of 7 years of professional experience;
  • Willingness to support and guide students in their personal and professional journey;
  • Open to active listening, constructive feedback and help students think critically about their paths;
  • Availability to embrace this challenge;
  • Working in Portugal or abroad;

 

3. Mentoring Program

a.    Duration: 7 months 

From November 2025 to May 2026.

The match takes place in October and the program runs (officially) from November to May. The program is designed to be a continuous journey (with the same Mentor) throughout your academic degree so you can keep in touch during semester/year breaks! 

At the end of each academic year, participants complete a feedback survey and renew their availability to continue in the program. 

b.    Time investment

The Mentor having available time is essential for the program to work successfully and to achieve defined goals. We know your time is valuable but the program is flexible and designed to fit around your schedule.

Ideally, Mentors should dedicate around 1 hour every 6–7 weeks to meet with their mentee.
 

 

4. How is the Match made?

The key to the program's success lies in the care and commitment that goes into matching Mentors and mentees, taking into account their individual profiles, goals & industries/areas of interest. 

 

5. M&m Communication

  • All communication is flexible and up to each pair;
  • In-person meetings are encouraged when possible; if not, online meetings are always a good option. 
  • What matters most is staying in touch and committed.

 

"The Mentoring Program, innovative in Portugal, encourages a unique exchange of experiences, forcing tutors to regain contact with the academic reality and students to share expectations and concerns, generating a rethinking of the two realities on both sides. It is very enriching and, for sure, an element of change.”

Isabel Jonet | Mentor | Alumna Economics 1977-82

 

"(...) In addition to the inherent satisfaction of supporting someone younger and helping your university, the program allows you to keep in touch with the way younger professionals think today and with the evolution of the teaching of management."

Ana Videira-Johnson | Mentor | Alumna Management 1983-89