Looking for mentors to guide international talents
Mentoring Programme for Hidden Gems spouses in autumn 2021 is organised online from early November 2021 to February 2022. Mentoring takes place on a voluntary basis. We are now looking for mentors who can:
- Introduce mentees to the nuances of Finnish work culture
- Help mentees expand their professional networks
- Improve mentees’ job hunting skills
- Enable mentees to share their international experiences with the mentors
- Pave the way for further internationalisation within the mentor’s organisation
Group meetings
- Orientation and Kick-Off meeting, Thu 11 November 2021 at 16-18 o’clock (Zoom)
- Mid-programme meeting, Thu 9 December 2021 at 17-18 (Zoom)
- Wrap-up meeting, Tue 15 February 2022 at 16-18 (Zoom)
Mentoring a two-way process
Mentoring is a process whereby experienced local professionals share their insights and advice to aspiring talents at the beginning of their careers in Tampere. It is a two-way relationship that benefits both the mentor and the mentee.
For the mentor it is an opportunity to improve his/her coaching skills and intercultural communication skills. Mentoring also provides access to new professional contacts and international talents.
For the mentee it offers an opportunity to discuss re-starting his/her career with a local professional. The mentee will also get new connections. Finland can be challenging to get started with your professional life as an international, especially if you are left without resources. Connecting with an experienced professional can be a big help.
Hidden Gems spouses come from different countries and career backgrounds, and they wish to pursue their own career in the Tampere region. The Mentoring Programme offers opportunities to discuss their professional development and career aspirations with local professionals.
Mentoring Programme as part of the Hidden Gems initiative
Mentoring Programme for Hidden Gems spouses is aimed for expatriate spouses living in Tampere region, and it is run as part of the Hidden Gems initiative. Over the years the Hidden Gems initiative has piloted a variety of activities which aim to facilitate the employment and full integration of expatriate spouses into the Finnish society. In year 2021 one of the activities offered is a Mentoring Programme.
Read more about Mentoring at Tampere Universities.
In case of any questions, please feel free to contact us at hiddengems@tuni.fi.