RISE mentorship program overview

Explore the 2026 spring, summer, and fall cohorts alongside the full mentorship experience.

The RISE mentorship journey features 8 structured sessions. Each meeting builds momentum with clear goals, guided reflection, and practical next steps for both mentors and mentees.

Next 2026 deadline

Summer 2026 applications close

Summer 2026 closes May 23, 2026

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Applications closeSummer 2026

2026 program calendar

Review application windows, interview periods, and program dates for each cohort below.

Cohort

Spring 2026

Early-year cohort focused on pairing students before exam season.

2026
Applications open

Jan 18 - Feb 25, 2026

Submit your profile to be considered for early pairings.

Interviews & matching

Feb 8 - Feb 28, 2026

Screening conversations plus final pairing window.

Program runs

Mar 1 - May 9, 2026

Weekly mentoring sessions across the 8-part journey.

Graduation day: May 9, 2026

Cohort

Summer 2026

Perfect for students with more daytime flexibility.

2026
Applications open

May 3 - May 23, 2026

Lock in your spot before exams wrap up.

Interviews & matching

May 24 - Jun 13, 2026

Finalize mentor/mentee pairs and confirm time zones.

Program runs

Jun 14 - Aug 22, 2026

Weekly mentoring sessions plus optional masterclasses.

Graduation day: Aug 22, 2026

Cohort

Fall 2026

End-of-year cohort with momentum into graduation season.

2026
Applications open

Aug 23 - Sep 12, 2026

Secure your spot before the school year gets busy.

Interviews & matching

Sep 13 - Oct 3, 2026

Matchmaking and orientation for mentors and mentees.

Program runs

Oct 4 - Dec 12, 2026

10-week program concluding with graduation.

Graduation day: Dec 12, 2026

Masterclasses and insight talks

Beyond the one-to-one mentoring journey, mentees also get access to live sessions that build practical skills and expose them to expert perspectives. The examples below highlight some of the classes we've offered.

Live online | mentor-led

Examples we have offered

Masterclasses

Practical soft and hard skills for academic and professional growth, often mixing slides with live demonstrations.

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5-minute arrival buffer and warm-up
5-minute mentor introduction
20 to 40 minutes of teaching or demonstration
10-minute Q&A

Examples we have offered

Insight talks

A deeper look into a specific field or topic led by mentors or professionals with direct expertise.

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5-minute arrival buffer and warm-up
5-minute mentor introduction
20 to 40 minutes on career path, skills, and real-world context
10-minute Q&A
How to Write a CV
Masterclass example

How to Write a CV

A practical session on structuring a clear CV, highlighting strengths, and tailoring it for scholarships, internships, and university applications.

GenAI and the Future of Learning
Masterclass example

GenAI and the Future of Learning

An introductory masterclass on generative AI tools, prompt-writing, practical study use cases, and responsible use.

Using Google Tools
Masterclass example

Using Google Tools

A hands-on walkthrough of Gmail, Calendar, Drive, Docs, Slides, and Sheets for organization, collaboration, and professional habits.

Machine Learning and Ethical AI
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Machine Learning and Ethical AI

An insight talk connecting real-world AI development with the technical and ethical questions that shape responsible systems.

Brain Evolution and Genetics
Insight talk example

Brain Evolution and Genetics

A field-facing talk on cutting-edge biology research and how it connects to medicine, technology, and everyday life.

Data Science in Consulting
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Data Science in Consulting

An inside look at how data science informs strategy, solves client problems, and operates inside consulting work.

The Session Journey

Eight sessions that move mentees from curiosity to confident action.

10-week cadence | all virtual

  1. Session 1
    Session 1

    Introduction

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  2. Session 2
    Session 2

    Discovering Passions, Looking Inside

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  3. Session 3
    Session 3

    Discovering Passions, Looking Outside

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  4. Session 4
    Session 4

    Goal Setting

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  5. Session 5
    Session 5

    Career Plan

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  6. Session 6
    Session 6

    Resilience in the Path

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  7. Session 7
    Session 7

    Scholarships, Programs, Opportunities, Networking

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  8. Session 8
    Session 8

    Conclusion

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