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Volunteer with RTC

Mentor, speak, or guide students and early-career women in tech. Give an hour or an ongoing connection. You choose.

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WELCOME TO
THE MENTORVERSE

Mentorverse (noun)

/ˈmɛn.tɔːrˌvɜːrs/ — MEN-tor-vurs

A world where every touchpoint is mentoring. Whether you’re reviewing a resume, leading a workshop, running a mock interview, answering a question, sharing your technical expertise, opening doors, or simply reminding someone she belongs, you’re helping someone move forward.

Volunteering at RTC isn’t one role. It’s one decision.

RTC Mentor (noun)

/ˌɑːr.tiːˈsiː ˈmɛn.tɔːr/ — AR-TEE-SEE MEN-tor

A member of the Mentorverse who believes even one conversation can change someone’s trajectory, and chooses to make it happen.

One decision.
Many ways in.

Mentor 1:1

A single, focused conversation or an ongoing connection. You and your mentee set the topics, timing, and cadence.

Lead a Mentor Circle

Guide a small group of students or early career women through a collaborative 90-minute session on a topic you know well.

Speak and share

Lead a personal or professional workshop, join a panel, or bring your expertise to member and company events. Live sessions are recorded so your impact keeps compounding.

Explore upcoming opportunities

Browse upcoming sessions, circles, and events that need volunteers. Pick what fits your schedule and expertise.

What makes the RTC volunteer experience unique

6 RTC members at WeCode in front of a balloon arch

Flexible by design

Volunteer opportunities range from a 30‑minute coaching call to a multi‑session series. Commit only what fits your schedule.

RTC Team Members Sidney and Jade with RTC members

Community‑backed support

Dedicated RTC staff handle logistics, so you focus on mentoring, not admin.

Data‑proven outcomes

Mentees report increased confidence and clearer career goals after one RTC mentorship session.

Volunteering with Rewriting the Code was an easy decision for me. As a former member, I know firsthand the incredible professional support RTC provides. It’s an organization that helped me so much, and I was excited to find a way to give back. Being a Verizon Citizen means finding opportunities to volunteer and give back, and our partnership with RTC has been a perfect fit. My favorite experience so far was a resume review session where I got to help students polish their resumes and share some of my own insights. I also hosted a table at a mentorship circle, which was a wonderful chance to meet and mentor so many bright students.

Laila Basyouni Data Scientist, Verizon

I was invited to participate as a mentor with Rewriting the Code, and it has been a truly rewarding experience. I chose to get involved because I strongly believe in the importance of mentorship, especially for early-career women navigating the tech industry. Sharing lessons from my own journey and hearing the ambitions and challenges of these bright, driven individuals was both inspiring and humbling. RTC creates a thoughtful and inclusive space where meaningful conversations happen. The structure of the Mentor Circles encouraged honest, focused dialogue, and I left the session feeling energized by the next generation of tech leaders. One of the most memorable aspects was the openness and curiosity of the participants. Their questions showed a genuine desire not just to grow professionally, but to define success on their own terms. I am grateful for the opportunity to contribute and would gladly support RTC’s mission again in the future.

Deepak Giri Executive Director, Wells Fargo Bank N.A.

Mentoring with RTC is electric—thoughtful questions, fearless curiosity, and real talk on career growth. I feel energized, proud to support a community where women redefine tech leadership and where learning flows both ways. Cheers to growth!

Siddharth Nandagopal

FAQ

Does a Mentor, Mentee, or RTC choose the relationship pairing?

The choice of a Mentor is up to the Mentee. It is the Mentee’s responsibility to use teamRTC to find a Mentor and reach out to ask for a mentoring relationship. You will receive an email from RTC when you have a Mentee request. We recommend you use the appointment feature to provide times a Mentee can schedule that suit you.

How often do I meet with my Mentee?

If the relationship is not a one-time mentoring session, it is recommended that Mentors and Mentees meet at least twice a month for a three-month relationship. However, the length and number of meetings are ultimately up to you and your Mentee!

Do I have to prepare for our meetings?

Mentors and Mentees should come prepared to meetings and arrive on time. Mentees are asked to come prepared with development areas and respect their Mentor’s time. We would expect our Mentors to do the same. You can prepare by asking your Mentee to provide a developmental area of focus before the meeting.

Where do I meet with my Mentee?

Mentors and Mentees may meet virtually online using teamRTC appointment (recommended), Zoom, Google Meet, or the like. You can speak over the phone or in person at a public place like a coffee shop. How and when you plan to meet is up to you and your Mentee.

What should I do at the first meeting with my Mentee?

The initial meeting with your Mentee will set the tone for subsequent meetings, and time should be taken to build rapport. Future meetings may be more or less formal depending on the chemistry between you and your Mentee and your personalities. See the Meetings section of this document for more information.

What can I help my Mentee with?

Your Mentee is focused on her professional development. To contribute to this, a Mentor can:
• Offer feedback on her current job search by reviewing resumes, cover letters, and job applications
• Conduct practice interviews
• Help develop communication and networking skills
• Provide professional insight on careers, industries, business etiquette, and corporate culture
• Encourage and support her in creating a personal brand

* Please note that Mentors are not expected to provide their Mentees with job or internship opportunities, and Mentees are not allowed to ask their Mentor for a job, internship or access to their Mentor’s contacts.

My Mentee needs a clear idea of what career path/profession they would like to pursue. How can I help them?

Not all Mentees have a clear vision/idea of what career path/profession they would like to pursue. The best way to help your Mentee is to, first and foremost, be a good listener and ask your Mentee thought-provoking questions to start the conversation about career path options. Then, share your own experiences to illustrate your career development. As a Mentor, it is very important to help the Mentee with this process of career development and personal discovery and to share your experiences without imposing your opinions and career path on her. You might also encourage or help connect her with other professionals with roles that might interest her.

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