Mentorship isn't just about providing mentees with career advice; it's also about providing students with a role model who can help them overcome obstacles and realise their complete potential.
ASMP is an initiative designed to utilise the invaluable expertise and knowledge of our distinguished alumni to assist students. It facilitates the exchange of ideas and the acquisition of new insights regarding college life and post-graduation opportunities.
ASMP provides students with the opportunity for one-on-one interaction with alumni, who serve as our required mentors, through the organization of some offline events which help to break the barriers between IIT Bombay generations over the years.
For nearly a decade, I've taken on the role of an ASMP mentor. What makes this experience truly remarkable is the opportunity it presents to connect with the vibrant minds of GenZ. The joy I derive from being a mentor stems from witnessing the transformative growth of my mentees. It's immensely fulfilling to play a part in their development, nurturing their talents, and observing the remarkable ways they shape their own futures.
Rajat Chaturvedi
IIT Bombay'2018
I was thrilled to receive the ASMP Program mail, eager to reconnect with my alma mater and give back to the institute that shaped my path. Fortunately, the experience has exceeded my expectations. Some mentorships have evolved into lasting friendships, extending beyond the program's end. After two successful years, I intend to continue mentoring for many more to come.
Vishram Bapat
IIT Bombay'1976
I have been part of the ASMP program for over 3 years and have enjoyed every moment of this initiative.
It is true that mentoring is a two way street. There is a lot that I also learn from these motivated youth. My objective is to elevate our association from mentee to friend, ideally best friend. This way the mentee becomes comfortable to discuss any issue, even personal, which comes in way of work. I am happy that we have achieved this target in most cases.
DISTRIBUTION OF MENTORS
FAQs
Why should I become an ASMP mentor?
Bob Proctor rightly said that a mentor is someone who sees more talent and ability within you, than you see in yourself, and helps bring it out of you.
The primary objective of this program is to offer students a long-lasting source of inspiration and guidance—an exemplary figure who can serve as a beacon of hope during challenging times. The mentors have personally experienced and overcome the hardships and obstacles that students are currently facing or will encounter in their future journeys and are, thus, the best people to look up to.
Your invaluable wealth of knowledge, combined with both your triumphs and setbacks, is essential in assisting students with understanding and resolving various career-related matters.
Furthermore, this program presents an opportunity to actively engage with the curiosity and enthusiasm of young minds, fostering meaningful mentor-student relationships that bring both personal and professional fulfillment.
How can I create an impact in my mentee's life through ASMP?
The program offers a platform for individual interaction with alumni from our institute, aiding in the resolution of diverse challenges faced by students during their campus journey and beyond.
It presents a remarkable chance for students to enhance their interpersonal abilities and forge stronger connections with the esteemed alumni of IIT Bombay.
Through this opportunity, mentees can gain valuable insights into their mentors' academic experiences at the institute, thus enriching their own educational journey.
What are the responsibilities as an ASMP Mentor?
Establish connection with the mentee, the mentee's explicit goals and objectives for the relationship
Take the initiative in the relationship but allows the mentee to take responsibility for their growth, development, and career planning
Provide encouragement and assists the mentee in identifying professional development activities
Recognize and work through conflicts in caring ways, invites discussion on differences with the mentee.
Will my contact details be visible to others?
No, your contact details will only be shared with your assigned mentees. All personal information is handled with strict confidentiality by the ASMP team.
Is there a minimum time commitment required from mentors?
There's no fixed time requirement, the frequency of interactions is up to you and your mentee. However, consistency and availability are obviously appreciated from our end.
How are the mentor-mentee pairs assigned?
Pairings are thoughtfully made based on shared backgrounds, interests, and career goals to ensure meaningful and relevant guidance, while maintaining a smooth and respectful mentoring experience.
What if I become unavailable mid-program?
If you become unavailable, please inform us as early as possible so we can manage expectations with your mentee or arrange a backup mentor if necessary.
STRUCTURES AND INITIATIVES BY ASMP
Allocation of Mentees
Alumni mentors have freedom to choose the number of mentees.
Allocation is done on the basis of aligned interests of the mentor and mentee in their career fields.
Alumni and students decide on preset goals, including a mode and frequency of communication as per convenience to make the most out of the program.
Break the Ice is the flagship event of the Alumni Student Mentorship Program that is conducted during the Alumination.
The event focuses on bringing mentors and mentees involved in the regular ASMP phase together so that they caninteract with each other over lunch.
Besides lunch, a number of other informal activities are organized and a photo booth is also set up so as to create an atmosphere suited for an open and free interaction.
Break the Ice
Shadow Program
Students get the opportunity to visit alumni workplaces and gain insights into corporate life.
The program involves discussions with alumni, introductions to co-workers, and observations of work methodologies.
Past visits have included companies like the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE), National Stock Exchange (NSE), and Hindustan Unilever Limited (HUL).
Group mentoring is a networking and learning opportunity where students can connect with successful alumni and fellow students who share similar interests.
In these sessions, experienced alumni from various fields such as finance, consulting, IT, analytics, and product management interact with small groups of 4-5 students in an offline format.
It's a chance to gain insights, ask questions, and receive guidance in a focused and personalized setting, allowing the students to explore specific career options and expand their professional network.
Group Mentoring
Nail the Prep
SARC provides an opportunity to all third year students to be a part of mock internship interview program - Nail The Prep, which is planned to engage students in mock interviews with our highly esteemed alumni.
NTP generally happens in July, wherein our alumni with the experience in different fields like Finance, consult, PM, IT, software etc. take mock interviews of students who are targeting internships.
NTP also involves a QnA session named as Ask The Alum (ATA) to clarify students' doubts about internship
season.
Two alumni, one from each career field, contribute to assisting the students in
determining which path to pursue.
This opportunity provides an environment for open discussion about the required skills, work type, and future perspective of both jobs.
This brainstorming session is conducted in batches of limited number of students.
Transverse Mentoring
Allocation of Mentees
Alumni mentors have freedom to choose the number of mentees.
Allocation is done on the basis of aligned interests of the mentor and mentee in their career fields.
Alumni and students decide on preset goals, including a mode and frequency of communication as per convenience to make the most out of the program.
Break the Ice
Break the Ice is the flagship event of the Alumni Student Mentorship Program that is conducted during the Alumination.
The event focuses on bringing mentors and mentees involved in the regular ASMP phase together so that they can interact with each other over lunch .
Besides lunch, a number of other informal activities are organized and a photo booth is also set up so as to create an atmosphere suited for an open and free interaction.
Shadow Program
Students get the opportunity to visit alumni workplaces and gain insights into corporate life.
The program involves discussions with alumni, introductions to co-workers, and observations of work methodologies.
Past visits have included companies like the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE), National Stock Exchange (NSE), and Hindustan Unilever Limited (HUL).
Group Mentoring
Group mentoring is a networking and learning opportunity where students can connect with successful alumni and fellow students who share similar interests.
In these sessions, experienced alumni from various fields such as finance, consulting, IT, analytics, and product management interact with small groups of 4-5 students in an offline format.
It's a chance to gain insights, ask questions, and receive guidance in a focused and personalized setting, allowing the students to explore specific career options and expand their professional network.
Nail the Prep
SARC provides an opportunity to all third year students to be a part of mock internship interview program - Nail The Prep, which is planned to engage students in mock interviews with our highly esteemed alumni.
NTP generally happens in July, wherein our alumni with the experience in different fields like Finance, consult, PM, IT, software etc. take mock interviews of students who are targeting internships.
NTP also involves a QnA session named as Ask The Alum (ATA) to clarify students' doubts about internship season.
Transverse Mentoring
Two alumni, one from each career field, contribute to assisting the students in determining which path to pursue.
This opportunity provides an environment for open discussion about the required skills, work type, and future perspective of both jobs.
This brainstorming session is conducted in batches of limited number of students.
