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Mentor Program

Overview

Bringing together established or retired oil and gas industry leaders (mentors) with young industry professionals (mentees) to provide insight, guidance and advice regarding their professional career development.

Goals of the Program:

  • Bridging the workforce gap through a mentoring relationship to transfer knowledge, resources and life experiences
  • Help mold future oil & gas industry leaders in a manner not provided by any other club or association
  • Create lasting relationships for both mentors and mentees through meaningful two-way dialogue
  • Increase Denver Petroleum Club member engagement by providing young professionals direct access to successful industry leaders

2011-2012 Program Activities:

  • August 1st Mentee Applications due
  • September – Meet & Greet, at the DAC
  • October – Lunch & Learn Meeting, at the DAC
  • November – Lunch & Learn Meeting, at the DAC
  • December – Denver Petroleum Club Holiday Party, at the DAC
  • January – Group Dinner, off site to be arranged by group
  • February – Group Dinner, off site to be arranged by group
  • March – Charitable Activity, off site to be arranged by group
  • April – Denim & Diamonds Charity Fundraiser, at the DAC

Mentee Requirements:

  • Professional occupation in the oil and gas industry with proven track record of excellence over 4+ years of experience
  • Written referral by previous or current supervisor and coworker in oil and gas
  • Current Denver Petroleum Club membership. Non-members can apply, but membership will be required for participation.
  • Participates in all mentor/mentee activities
  • Commitment to open and honest communication, listens to others
  • Seeks information and assistance to gain knowledge and skills from both mentors and other mentees
  • Develops a mutually beneficial relationship with their mentor
  • Open to future contact with the mentor and other mentees

How to Apply:

  • Download the Mentorship Application
  • Provide Resume, References and Business Card
  • Complete the Personal Narrative
  • Make payment of $650 which includes program expenses and DPC membership. Current DPC members may pay $400 only.

Send completed application with attachments and payment to Denver Petroleum Club, PO Box 6335, Denver CO 80206 by August 1, 2011