Applications for Women Automotive Network’s Mentorship approaching

Applications for Women Automotive Network’s mentorship program is imminent, with those looking to either become a mentor or mentee encouraged to sign up before 24th January.

The Women Automotive Network's Mentorship Program dates back to December 2021. So far it has recorded over 350 members of the network who join the program.

This program is designed for both personal and professional development. It gives the mentors an opportunity to be role models, and mentees an opportunity to strengthen their skills and increase their overall career satisfaction.

Since its launch, the program has been warmly received and proven popular with those in the automotive industry, with three out of four mentees becoming a mentor themselves, 96 percent of participants saying it furthered their career, and 72 percent continuing to stay in touch with their mentor.

What’s more, it’s helping industry professionals reach their goals faster and fast track their careers, with those involved saying they are four times more likely to apply for a promotion.

"Talking woman to woman in a very transparent way, outside of my internal management support is super,” said a mentee from July – December 2023 Program.

 A mentor from the same program added: "My opportunity to be a mentor has been very fulfilling – thank you Women Automotive Network for this chance for me to grow too.”

Some notable mentors have included Penny Weatherup, People Director, Volkswagen Group United Kingdom Limited; Arlena Amiri, Head of Advanced Engineering, Polestar; Chetna Jain, VP of Programme Management, Bristol Superlight; Cláudia Brandão, Luxury Market Specialist; Lucía García-Linares, Head of Operations Control in Parts Supply Chain Group, Toyota Motor Europe (TME); and, Sabine Angermann, Vice President Purchasing, Porsche AG.

The duration of the program lasts four months, with mentors meeting with their mentees every two to four weeks.

Available dates to kickstart the program in 2024 are 1st February, as well as later in the year on 1st July.

Those interested in being a mentor can apply here, and industry professionals looking to sign up to be a mentee can do so here.