The Office of Mentoring Programs offers several programs that provide mentorship to students through small group roundtables. Each program is designed for a specific population of students and offers sessions with relevant mentoring topics. These group mentoring programs provide opportunities to build community with other students, network with business professionals, and gain invaluable skills for academic and professional development. Students accepted into the program will receive career advice, industry insights, and relevant professional development skills through hour-long group mentoring sessions once a month throughout the semester. New mentors participate in each session, which creates an excellent opportunity for students to network with a variety of business professionals while simultaneously developing a peer network. Wherever you are in your student journey, these programs help you grow by learning and engaging with others through mentoring groups.
GearUp- For First Year RBS Students
- Joining GearUP
- The GearUP program is offered every fall and spring semester. Students will be invited to apply for the program once the semester has begun. Students will receive email communications when applications open. Applying does not guarantee students a spot; administrators will review applications and send out decisions for those accepted/denied.
RBS Works- For Working RBS Students
- Joining RBS Works
- The RBS Works program is offered every fall and spring semester. Students will be invited to apply for the program once the semester has begun. Students will receive email communications when applications open. Applying does not guarantee students a spot; administrators will review applications and send out decisions for those accepted/denied.
RBS GROWS (Guiding and Retaining Outstanding Women Students) – For RBS Women Undergraduates
- Joining RBS GROWS
- The RBS GROWS program is offered every fall and spring semester. Students will be invited to apply for the program once the semester has begun. Students will receive email communications when applications open. Applying does not guarantee students a spot; administrators will review applications and send out decisions for those accepted/denied.
Impact of Programs
“GearUP was an amazing opportunity that allowed me to get great insights about different career paths, what to do and what not to do to achieve our goals, and how to manage our load. Before joining this program, I was lost on a bunch of subjects, but coming out on the other side of it, I feel much more prepared to handle these next few years of college.”
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GearUP Student- First Year, Finance and Accounting Major, New Brunswick
“The information and one-on-one insights offered through RBS Works were very helpful and informative. This program gave me a lot of direction and useful tips on pursuing and furthering my career.”
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RBS Works- Senior, Finance Major, Newark
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I sign up?
Students will be invited to apply for the program once the semester has begun. Students will receive email communications when applications open. Applying does not guarantee students a spot; administrators will review applications and send out decisions for those accepted/denied.
Do I get to choose my mentor?
No, mentors are selected based on background and area of expertise. Students will have the opportunity to interact with 4 different mentors over the course of the semester.
How do I get matched with a mentor?
Mentors are selected for each group and session by administrators based on the mentors' expertise and background.
Where do the mentoring meetings take place?
Group mentoring sessions take place in person in the RBS building with the exception of RBS Works which takes place virtually via Zoom.
I’m not sure how to utilize a mentoring relationship. Will I receive guidance on this?
Yes. Orientation offers an overview of the program, including advice on mentoring relationships such as: what to discuss, goal setting, and mentoring etiquette.
Will this program help me get an internship and/or job?
Our programs are mentorship programs. Students should not expect or ask their mentors to help them get an internship/job. While the mentoring relationship may help students gain the skills and knowledge to receive an internship or job, it is not appropriate for students to expect or ask for this.
