SGIM offers associates and faculty a valuable opportunity to speak privately with a senior SGIM mentor from a different institution. Mentors and mentees are matched based upon mutual interests and expectations, as well as designated career paths. Mentor-mentee pairs meet at least once during the annual meeting, and are encouraged to continue an ongoing relationship afterwards. It is a low stress opportunity for associates to meet with more experienced SGIM members and receive fresh perspectives on professional goals and projects.
Topics of discussion may include:
- Early Career Advice: selecting a residency / fellowship, writing a CV, establishing career goals, or finding a mentor
- Mid-Career Advice: getting promoted, mentoring others, or job negotiation
- Research: writing grants, career development awards, writing manuscripts, advice on a specific research project, or feedback on an oral abstract presentation
- Job responsibilities: teaching, clinical care, or administration
- Professional challenges: personal / professional balance, conflict at work, or changing jobs
Mentoring pairs are expected to meet at least once during the SGIM meeting at a mutually convenient time. After your initial meeting, mentoring pairs are welcome to meet again throughout the conference. Many mentors attend their mentee’s oral and/or poster presentation(s) to provide both support and feedback.
Application Process and Program Requirements:
Both mentors and mentees must apply using the online application system.
Mentees: Must be SGIM member in good standing. Available to all academic and professional stages. Must attend the annual meeting.
Mentors: Must be SGIM member in good standing. Must attend the annual meeting. Medical students and residents are not eligible to be a mentor.
If you sign up to be a mentor or mentee and are unable to attend the annual meeting, please contact Jillian Gann.