Aztec Mentor Program

The Aztec Mentor Program (AMP) connects SDSU students with industry professionals for meaningful, one-to-one mentoring. Students can now match with mentors at any time during the semester through Aztec Network, allowing flexible, personalized connections.

Stay updated with AMP by reviewing the information below, or by following @SDSU_AMP and @SDSUCareerServices. To learn more about AMP, attend one the workshops listed below. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact [email protected].

Log Into Aztec Network

Finding A Mentor

AMP is open to all SDSU students.

  1. Visit Aztec Network.
  2. Click "Join Now" and select "Student, Faculty, Staff SSO" Sign in with your SDSU email address.
  3. In the application, under "seeking mentoring," check the box "Formal Aztec Mentor Program (AMP)."

Log Into Aztec Network

  • Aztec Network will recommend mentors to you based on your profile information, including industry, professional development areas, and location after graduation. You can also browse the mentor directory and use filters to refine your search.
  • As you browse, consider the following: What are your career goals? Why do you want a mentor? What are your strengths and what do you want to develop? These questions will help you determine what you want to gain from this program.
  • Once you find a potential match, do research (LinkedIn, Google) to see if they are an ideal fit for you. Things to consider: How extensive is their experience? What career path did they take? What type of industry connections do they have?

  • Prepare specific goals or areas of interest to discuss (career goals, areas of interest, resume, networking, skills, etc.).
  • Be open to feedback.
  • Manage your time well. Keep up with the deadlines that your mentor gives.
  • Be proactive at the end of each meeting and schedule the next meeting.
  • Set short-term and long-term goals for the mentorship period that surround
    • Industry exploration and understanding
    • Personal and professional development
    • Professional communication
    • Networking with others in the field 

For questions and concerns, please email [email protected] or attend our drop-in hours on Zoom, Mondays from 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and Wednesdays from 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Drop-In sessions are not available during campus closures and holidays.

Mentors

  1. On Aztec Network, click “Join Now” and select “Alumni or Non-SDSU Affiliated” to create an account. If you already have an Aztec Network account, you can just log in.
  2. In your profile, under “Willing to Mentor,” check the box "Formal Aztec Mentor Program (AMP)."
  3. Complete your profile by indicating your current industry, professional development areas, education history and a short personal statement to help mentees identify the best match.

Optional: Join the Aztec Mentor Program group page on Aztec Network to see updates and resources.

Mentees are undergraduate (first-year to senior) or graduate students at SDSU. They are typically between the ages of 18 and 22, and have diverse lived experiences.

Mentees generally look for the following in mentorship:

  • Guidance on navigating the transition from campus to career
  • Resume and cover letter review
  • Early career navigation and job search strategies
  • Industry insights and informational interviews
  • Opportunities to shadow or observe professionals in action

Supporting Mentees

  • Offer a structured background and framework to help them set direction (suggest goals, skill development ideas, and activities).
  • Share your career journey openly, including challenges, lessons learned, and turning points.
  • Be a guide, not a director—advise without dictating.
  • Give candid but constructive feedback.
  • Encourage networking by introducing them to others in your field when appropriate.

Communicating With Mentees

  • Respond to mentee messages within 3–5 business days when possible.
  • Be proactive in communication—if a mentee is slow to respond, check in with them periodically.
  • Let mentees know your preferred communication method (email, phone, video, in-person) early on.

Meeting With Mentees

  • Mentorships can last a few weeks, a semester, or longer, depending on the connection and mutual availability.
  • Provide clarity around your availability so expectations are set from the start.
  • Interactions can be virtual, in-person, or hybrid.
  • Some mentees may seek regular meetings, while others benefit from occasional check-ins.

For questions and concerns, please contact Aksum Turner ([email protected]).

Events

Sep
25

AMP Kickoff

05:00 PM - 06:30 PM
Tula Community Center

AMP Alumni Podcast

Listen to previous episodes of AMPed, where we honor the mentors who encourage us to keep pushing forward in our career and our life. In these episodes, SDSU Aztec Mentor Program (AMP) mentors and mentees shared their stories about how mentoring has elevated their perspective, given them momentum to move forward and provided the space to celebrate their milestones along the way. Listen to get inspired and find out how mentors can support you to live your AMPed life! This podcast was hosted by Diane Marin, former coordinator of the Aztec Mentor Program and edited by Thuy Nguyen, a former AMP Student Assistant.

AMPed Life: Mentoring, Momentum, Milestones Podcast

Get Connected

For general inquiries, visit our office, call our front desk, or email us:

Student Career Services

5500 Campanile Drive, MC 8255
San Diego, CA 92182-8255

619-594-6851
[email protected]

Student Career Services

Follow us on social media!