Mentors
The 2024-2025 program year is just around the corner, and we need YOU to help us to develop the next generation of architects, contractors, and engineers. Mentor sessions will start the week of October 22nd/23rd, depending on which location you choose, so get registered today, share with your network, and come see us at one of our upcoming events!
Are you new to ACE and looking for ways to get you and your company involved? Use the link below to request an info session or email us at mentors@acementorhouston.org
We're exciting to be able to offer 7 different mentoring locations across Houston for the 2024-2025 mentor year! See details regarding location, day, and time of weekly meeting options. Pick the ONE location that works best for you and attend the same one each week.
We are still welcoming mentors to sign up for any of our teams, but please consider signing up for one of our most needed locations indicated below. And don't forget to tell a friend!
The ACE Mentor Program was created by the industry, for the industry, and ACE Houston is your opportunity to have a direct impact on the next generation of architects, contractors, and engineers. We are always looking for new mentors to meet with our high school students on a weekly/bi-weekly basis, and there are so many benefits for getting involved.
Here's what you can expect:
Weekly mentor sessions with high school students from October through April
Networking opportunities with other AEC professionals across the industry
Give back to the community and support the next generation of the AEC industry
Enhance professional, leadership, and communication skills
But don't just take our word for it – hear directly from some of amazing mentors about why they are passionate about being ACE Mentors:
ACE Houston is made possible by our passionate team of volunteer mentors, who take time out of their busy schedules to share their experience and expertise with our aspiring young architects, contractors, and engineers. Each year, affiliates are asked to nominate just one mentor to be recognized as an Outstanding Mentor of the Year, a prestigious and competitive national award. ACE Houston has received this award four times in our 15 year history! We hope you'll consider joining the ranks of impactful mentors currently sharing their stories with our high school students here in Houston.
2023 ENR/ACE Outstanding Mentor
CLAUDIA CEPEDA
2021 ENR/ACE Outstanding Mentor
AMY HUFNAGEL
2020 ENR/ACE Outstanding Mentor
ALEX BUSCHER
2019 ENR/ACE Outstanding Mentor
JOSE GONZALEZ
What is the time commitment for being a mentor?
Full-time mentors are expected to participate in a two-hour session once per week over the course of our mentor year, but we also accept part-time mentors. Whether you decide to attend weekly, bi-monthly, or once per month, consistent attendance is important for building the mentor to mentee relationship, so we recommend setting a schedule and communicating that with your students and co-mentors. We also have optional Saturday events, happy hours, and on occasion, your lead mentor may also ask you to prepare something for a session ahead of time.
What qualities make a good mentor?
Mentors are dedicated professionals who are passionate about what they do and want to share that with the next generation of the industry’s workforce. Being an effective mentor requires enthusiasm, commitment, and flexibility. Whether you have one day of experience in the A-E-C industry or decades of experience, you have something to offer our students.
How do I sign up?
Visit the link at the top of the page to register today!
Don't have time to be a weekly/bi-weekly mentor this year? We have plenty of other ways to get you plugged in! Let us know how we can get you involved today by filling out the interest form linked above.
Be a Guest Speaker: Share your AEC-related career path with our students at one session this year
Organize a Site Visit: Help bring construction to life for our students by hosting us at one of your sites
Be a Sponsor: Help fund our program operations and scholarship with a philanthropic gift (learn more here)
Hire an Intern: Participate in our Summer Work Experience program to host a high school student in your office for two weeks during the summer or let us help you hire one of our incredible students directly as part of your established internship program
Join Our Board: If you're interested in becoming a board member, please email us at houstontx@acementor.org
Join a Committee: Help with the behind-the-scenes operations of the organization; learn more about our various committees below
ACE HOUSTON COMMITTEES
SIGN UP TODAY BY FILLING OUT THE INTEREST FORM ABOVE!