WIN Mentorship
Mentor and Mentee Applications
Thank you for your interest in the WIN Mentorship Program. The application process consists of both a written and a video portion. You must complete the video portion first, as you will be asked to upload the video in the written application. The written applications are found at the links below and will take about 10 minutes to complete. Please note, unless you are signed in with a gmail account, you will not be able to come back to the application. So plan to complete in one sitting.
Duration of the program – November 1, 2024 to April 30, 2025
Registration closes September 24, 2024
Click here for submission instructions, tips and guidelines.
Submit Your Application
Click the button below to access the application of your choice:
Questions? Please reach out to us at info@womeninnutraceuticals.org
To ensure an optimized match between mentees and mentors, we request that you record a 5-minute video addressing the aspects listed below. This will help us understand your background, values, goals, and expectations better.
Please cover each of the points below:
1. Personal Introduction
Start with your name, current position, and the company or organization you work for.
Briefly mention your educational background and any relevant professional experience.
Please let us know your life motto, a quote that represents you
2. Work-Related Values and Career Alignment
Describe your core work-related values (e.g., integrity, collaboration, innovation, etc.).
Explain how these values align with your current career goals and aspirations.
Video Instructions
3. Long-Term Career Goals
Share your long-term career goals. Where do you see yourself in 5-10 years?
Mention any specific roles, industries, or achievements for which you are aiming.
4. Biggest Challenge or Areas for Improvement
Identify the biggest challenge or area of improvement in your current role.
Explain why this is a challenge and how you are currently addressing it (if applicable).
5. Motivation to Apply to This Program
Discuss why you are interested in this mentorship program.
Highlight what you hope to achieve by participating and how it fits into your professional development plan.
6. Expectations from the Mentorship
Outline what you hope to get out of the mentorship experience.
Mention any specific skills, knowledge, or guidance you are seeking from a mentor/mentee relationship.
Tips for Recording Your Video
Preparation: Take a few minutes to write down key points for each aspect. This will help you stay focused and ensure you cover everything within the time limit.
Environment: Choose a quiet and well-lit place for recording. Ensure there are no distractions or background noise.
Camera Position: Position your camera or device at eye level. Make sure your face is well-lit and clearly visible.
Dress Code: Dress professionally, as you would for a formal meeting or interview.
Speaking Tips: Speak clearly and at a moderate pace. It is okay to refer to notes but try to maintain eye contact with the camera.
Time Management: Aim to cover all the points within 5 minutes. Practicing once or twice before recording can help you stay within the time limit
Video Submission Guidelines
File Format: Please save your video in a usual format such as MP4. You will then need to upload to a file share either through YouTube, google drive, dropbox etc. You will be prompted to include this file URL on the written application. If you use a file share platform such as WeTransfer, please send the file to info@womeninnutraceuticals.org and simply write 'sent via ___' in the application field.
File Name: Name your file using this format: [YourName]_Mentee_WINMentorshipRun2.mp4
For example: LisaMuller_Mentee_WINMentorshipRun2.mp4