2019 Girls and STEAM Mentor Application

Because of high interest within the community in becoming a Mentor for this event, Girls and STEAM conducts a selection process to choose the Mentors, ensuring that we have a diversity of women and interests represented. Thanks for your interest and we'll contact you in August!

Your Name *

First Name

Last Name

Email Address *

Email

Phone Number *

Phone Number

Job Title (if applicable)

Name of Organization (if applicable)

Current school and course of study (if applicable)

Area(s) of Expertise *

e.g. molecular biology, engineering, physics, etc.

Would you categorize your expertise as exploring the natural world (e.g. chemistry), the built world (e.g. animation) or both? *

Natural World
Built World
Both

Choose one option: *

2 morning Cafes (10:15, 11:15)
1 afternoon Cafe (1:00)
All 3 Cafes (10:15, 11:15, 1:00)
Any of the above

Short Bio (150 words max) *

How would you articulate "a day in the life" of your STEAM job/study to an 11-13 year old audience? (200 words max) *

What item/prop or two represent "tools of your trade" that you could bring as "show and tell" pieces to spark conversation? *

What are some of your other interests, hobbies, leisure activities, etc. that you might talk about if the girls ask what else you do in life? *

How comfortable are you / what experience do you have interacting with children/youth? *

Can we contact you about future mentorship opportunities?

Yes
No
Other:

Have you participated in a Mentoring Cafe by Open Science Network (OSN) in the past? *

Yes
No
Other:

Is your organization a current sponsor for the Girls and STEAM event? *

Yes
No
I don't know
Other:

Tell us anything else you think we should know!

Please submit a head shot or similar photo of yourself to be used in a mentor brochure for the girls.