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Building Futures Mentoring Program 2026:
Mentor Application

This is a free in-person interdisciplinary mentoring program that connects built in environment students with professionals across architecture, engineering, construction and development. 

As a mentor, you’ll have the opportunity to support 4 students to build meaningful industry connections, develop an understanding of how different roles collaborate in practice, and gain confidence for their future careers through four in-person coffee catch-ups. You will also benefit from professional development through curated workshops and talks. 

 

Program Criteria 

  • Sydney based professional working in a built environment related role (e.g. architecture, design, engineering, construction and development) 

  • Ability to commit to the full program duration (March 2026 – October 2026) 

  • All mentoring meet ups must be in-person 

 

Key Dates 

  • 6th June 2026 - Application Close 

  • 20th July 2026 - Successful Applicants notified 

  • 6th August 2026 - Kick- Off Event: launch of program where you get the opportunity to meet all participants in the program. (in person evening event) 

  • 10th September 2026 - Check-In Event: personal and professional development workshop for both mentee and mentor (in person evening event) 

  • 15th October 2026 - Close-Out Event: celebrator conclusion to the end of the program (in person evening event) 

Section 1

Personal Details

What Sector of the Industry do you work in?
Architecture/ Design
Construction
Engineering
Development
Project Management
Cost Management
Other
Would your company be interested in getting involved with the Building Futures program this year or in the future? Use the 'Other' option to select multiple options or provide more detail.
Space/Venue
Sponsorship
Open to supporting other ACED initiatives
Other
How many years experience do you have in the construction industry?
Less than 3 years
3-7 years
7-15 years
15+ years

Section 2

Background

Section 3

Planning and Availability

Which days work best for you to meet with your mentee?

Typically these meetings are during business hours. Please select all that apply.

Do you agree to meet in person with your mentee?
Yes
No

Typically at your office (preferably Sydney CBD & surrounds)

Are you available to attend the following in person events?

The below are all held after 5pm. Please select all that apply.

Section 4

Participant Profile

The below information will be used should your application to the program be successful.

Section 5

Other

Do you consent to ACED sharing your details with UNSW Women in Construction Program for participant tracking? (this is to validate of participation and not used for marketing or advertising purposes)
Yes
No
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