Pillar 03 · Students & Mentorship
CASIT NextGen
Helping students and emerging professionals access mentorship, education, career development, and professional relationships.
Focus areas
- a Career mentorship
- b Resume and interview guidance
- c Professional workshops
- d Internship resources
- e Leadership development
Purpose
Why CASIT NextGen exists
Some students in our community are the first in their family to pursue a career in technology. They may have the ability and the drive, but not the network: no one to review a resume, explain what a product manager actually does, or make a call about an internship.
CASIT NextGen connects students and early-career professionals with people who have already walked the path, so the next generation can move faster and avoid the mistakes we made.
Who it's for
- 01 College and graduate students, 18 or older, interested in technology or business
- 02 Early-career professionals in their first few years of work
- 03 Career changers moving into technology
- 04 Experienced professionals who want to mentor
Core benefits
What participants gain
- 01
One-to-one mentorship
Get matched with a professional who can answer questions and offer guidance as you plan your career.
- 02
Resume and interview help
Get feedback on your resume and practice interviewing with people who hire in the field.
- 03
Internship guidance
Learn how to find, apply for, and make the most of internships and early roles.
- 04
Industry exposure
See the full range of technology careers, not just engineering, and what each one involves day to day.
- 05
Professional workshops
Learn practical skills like networking, LinkedIn, and professional communication.
- 06
Leadership development
Build the habits and confidence that help early-career professionals grow into leaders.
Activities
What the program includes
CASIT is in its founding phase. These are the activities this program is being built around; they launch in stages as members join and volunteer.
- Mentorship matching
- Pairing mentees with mentors based on interests, career goals, and professional area.
- Resume and interview workshops
- Group sessions and reviews focused on resumes, LinkedIn profiles, and interview preparation.
- Career exploration sessions
- CASIT Insights sessions where professionals explain their roles and how they got there.
- Internship resources
- Guidance on finding internships, plus opportunities shared by members when available.
How participation works
Getting involved
- 01
Submit the form
Tell us whether you want a mentor, want to mentor, or both, and what you are looking for.
- 02
We review it
CASIT reviews your submission against the eligibility criteria on this page.
- 03
Get matched
If a suitable match is available, CASIT may introduce mentor and mentee by email.
- 04
Meet and grow
Mentors and mentees agree on how often to meet and what to focus on.
Get started
Join CASIT NextGen mentorship
Eligibility: you are 18 or older and are either a college student, graduate student, or early-career professional seeking a mentor, or an experienced professional offering to mentor. Submitting does not guarantee a match, an introduction, or a response.
Become a Mentor
Experienced professionals can mentor college students and early-career professionals, all 18 or older. Mentoring is voluntary; you and your mentee decide how often to meet.
FAQs
Common questions
Who can be a mentee?
College students, graduate students, and early-career professionals 18 or older from the Chaldean, Assyrian, and Syriac community who are interested in technology or business careers, including those outside engineering.
Who can be a mentor?
Professionals with experience in any technology or business function who want to help the next generation.
Is a match guaranteed?
No. Matches depend on the mentors available in your area of interest, and submitting does not guarantee a match or a response.
How much time does mentoring take?
Mentors and mentees decide together. Many mentoring relationships start with a short call once a month.
Is there an age requirement?
Yes. CASIT NextGen mentorship is currently open only to people 18 or older, such as college students, graduate students, and early-career professionals.
Help the next generation start further ahead.
Join CASIT and let us know you would like to mentor.