GET STARTED: Energy Mentoring by NET
Are you studying Electrical Engineering or Industrial Engineering and currently in your 1st to 4th semester? Are you looking for tips on how to deal with demanding exams and a high workload? Do you have questions about organising your studies, or are you even wondering whether your chosen degree programme is really the right fit for you?
Benefit from the experience of experts who have already taken this path and get started with our mentoring programme.
What is mentoring?
Mentoring is a proven tool for developing and achieving career goals. An experienced person (mentor) shares their knowledge, skills and network with a less experienced person (mentee) within a trusted relationship. The aim is to support the mentee’s personal and professional development and help them navigate challenges.
What makes Energy Mentoring by NET special?
Our programme benefits from a strong network of committed mentors from NET member companies. They provide exciting insights into different job profiles and career paths in the energy sector. This allows you to discover a range of perspectives and gain guidance for your own professional journey. The diverse experiences of our mentors show you where your degree can take you and which development opportunities are open to you.
What to expect
Your approximately six-month mentoring journey begins with a kick-off event. During this time, you will be supported by an experienced specialist or manager from the energy sector who has the same or a related academic background and has already successfully shaped their own career path. Through personal exchange, you will gain valuable guidance for your own professional future and insights into the many opportunities within the sector.
As part of the mentoring partnership, three personal meetings will take place with your mentor. These conversations offer space for individual questions, new perspectives and reflection on topics that are currently relevant to your studies or to planning your next steps.
The mentoring programme is complemented by two empowerment workshops, where you will get to know practical methods and digital tools for self-organisation, time management and a successful career start. A peer meeting with the other participants, as well as a workplace visit, will provide additional practical insights and round off the programme.
Your benefits at a glance
- Individual support from an experienced mentor
- Exchange on equal terms in confidential conversations
- Practical tips for your studies and personal development
- Greater orientation and confidence when making important decisions
- Insights into professional perspectives and career paths in the energy sector
Ready to Match?
You: send us a short email explaining why you’d like to take part, and tell us your name, university, degree subject and current semester.
We: will review your expression of interest and, if suitable, contact you promptly with an invitation to join the programme. We will then prepare you for your mentoring in a personal onboarding meeting and cover the costs of your participation, including any necessary travel or accommodation costs for your workplace visit.
Duration, application deadline and contact details
October to March
Mid-September
Places are limited! Participation is free of charge!
About Network Energy Talents e. V.
Network Energy Talents e. V. is a non-profit association that aims to attract, inspire and empower young STEM talents for the energy transition. The association provides practical insights into the energy sector, promotes exchange between students and experienced professionals, and supports young people in developing career prospects within the energy sector. Through initiatives such as mentoring, workshops and company visits, NET brings talented individuals together with professionals in the field and highlights the opportunities that technical and engineering careers offer for the future of energy. The foundation of this is the mentoring approach, in which experienced mentors pass on their knowledge, experience and networks to students.
Register for the mentoring programme now
Send us a short email explaining why you’re interested, and after a brief review, we’ll get back to you with an invitation to join the programme.
Frequently asked questions
Who can take part in the mentoring programme?
The programme is aimed at students studying electrical engineering and industrial engineering who wish to explore career opportunities in the energy sector.
What can I expect from the programme?
You will take part in an online kick-off event, be prepared for your first mentoring session through a peer talk, and be paired with an experienced mentor from the energy sector. The programme also includes empowerment workshops and a workplace visit.
What topics can I discuss during the mentoring sessions?
Possible topics include organising your studies, starting your career, the application process, industry knowledge, day-to-day work in a company, personal strengths, hard and soft skills, work-life balance, and dealing with challenges during your studies.
How long does the mentoring programme run for?
The programme runs from October 2026 to March 2027.
How can I apply?
Send a short email to mentoring@energytalents.net explaining why you wish to take part, along with your name, university, degree subject and current semester.
When is the deadline for applications?
The deadline for applications is mid-September. Places are limited.
