Inspire the next generation.

Share your time and expertise with students eager to learn from real professionals like you.

Become a mentor

Why become a mentor?

Give back without disruption. Job shadowing is short and based on your availability and preferences.

Participating in Future Shadows is simple, impactful, and designed to fit into your existing schedule.

roles as a mentor...

As a professional, your role is to provide students with real-world exposure to your career path and work environment. We refer to Professionals as Mentors because that is their core duty.

Provide a Job Shadowing Experience

  • Host a student (or a small group) to observe your day-to-day tasks.
  • Share insights into your role, your career journey, and the projects you have completed.
  • Explain common tools, challenges, and achievements in your industry.
  • Answer student questions to support their understanding and curiosity.

Be Flexible in Your Involvement

  •  Job shadowing can range from 2 hours to 5 days, depending on your:
    – Availability
    – Industry requirements
    – Willingness to engage further
  •  You can host sessions in-person, virtually, or hybridc

Support Future Talent (Optional)

  • If a student shows strong interest or potential, you are free to:
    – Offer informal mentorship.
    – Refer them to internship/vacation work/permanent or part-time job opportunities in your company or network.
    – Continue guiding them through career growth conversations.

Benefits of being a mentor

While professionals are giving back by mentoring or offering job shadowing opportunities, Future Shadows is committed to supporting their growth, visibility, and connection to purpose. You will get to empower others and help shape their careers, give back by sharing your knowledge and in the process develop yourself by enhancing your work and leadership skills.

Events & webinars

Access to Impactful Events & Webinars for professionals to discuss topics such as “How to negotiate for your salary”, “How to climb that corporate ladder effectively”, etc.

Recognition & branding

Personal branding and recognition, such as getting listed in our Professional Mentor Directory, receiving a certificate of contribution or badge and being spotlighted in our social media campaigns, posts, or website

Ready to make a difference?

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Hear from other mentors

Seeing how much my student grew in one week reminded me why I love my field. I’d absolutely do this again.”

Thabo, Civil Engineer

“The process was simple, flexible, and incredibly rewarding. One conversation can really shape a young person’s future.”

Mike, Senior Web Developer

“I was amazed by how thoughtful and driven the students were. Sharing my experience felt meaningful and energising.”

Thando, Environmental Scientist