Service2Service invites you to become a mentor or mentee!
Service2Service is a professional development experience centered in mentorship between NYC Veterans and AmeriCorps alumni as mentees and City government employees as mentors. The program aims to build relationships between service-minded New Yorkers and empower mentees with the network and knowledge to continue a legacy of service in the City.
Mentorship Model
The mentorship model combines one-on-one mentorship between City employees and NYC Veterans, or AmeriCorps alumni and virtual workshops connected to professional careers in NYC government. Each mentee and mentor pair commits to a minimum of bi-monthly, one-on-one mentoring sessions from March-August 2022.
Why Mentorship?
NYC Veterans and AmeriCorps alumni are individuals with a unique set of experiences, deep commitment to civic responsibility, and are valuable members of our communities. NYC Service and the NYC Department of Veterans’ Services welcome the NYC Veterans and AmeriCorps alumni of New York City to connect to City employees and open up opportunities to continue their public service journey.
Connecting civic leaders within the spectrum of service strengthens our democracy.
One-on-one mentoring is a powerful tool for NYC Veterans and AmeriCorps alumni to further their career ambitions, access a network, and share resources.
Supporting NYC Veterans and AmeriCorps alumni through intergovernmental collaboration creates a more inclusive and equitable city.
How to Become a Service2Service Mentee
All New York City residents who are Veterans or who have completed an AmeriCorps service term are welcome to apply! There are limited slots for mentee participation.
Requirements for Mentee participation
Members of the US armed forces (active or Veterans), or have successfully completed an AmeriCorps service term by January 31, 2022
NYC resident
Strong interest in City Government careers
Commitment to six-month mentorship program and virtual workshops
**Deadline to apply is February 8, 2022.**
How to Become a Service2Service Mentor
New Yorkers who are currently employed by NYC Government are invited to mentor NYC Veterans or AmeriCorps alumni and empower mentees with the knowledge to continue a legacy of service in the City.
Mentor Commitment:
Complete 3 bi-monthly mentoring sessions with your mentee from March-August 2022
First meeting via video conference
A minimum of 2 video conferences encouraged, however meetings can take place in-person, via phone and email as you and your mentee see fit
Schedule a wrap-up meeting by end of cohort
Participation in mandatory Virtual Mentor Orientation (March 2022) and End of Cohort Event (August 2022)
Provide program feedback for continued improvement of Service2Service
**Deadline to apply February 8, 2022.**
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