How we screen applicants:
Technical expertise
We look for professional and educational qualifications, and evidence of technical competence through portfolios and published work.
Video interview
Those who make it through the technical review are put through a video interview. Here we assess empathy, communication skills, and passion for their field.
Guidance and Training
Mentors who make it through the video interview are provided with resources to enhance their mentorship skills.
Want to join the Springboard mentor family? Apply to become a mentor
I like to mentor because..
I want to empower people - especially women - in developing technical capabilities that will allow them to go after better opportunities.
Leslie Chen
Business Analytics
Works at Square
I enjoy seeing people succeed.
Ankit Jain
Data Science Career Track
Works at Uber
It's an opportunity to give back to the community.
Saloni Borar
UX Design
Works at Salesforce
I love getting more people interested in data. It's one of my passions, and I believe it will shape the world going forward.
Milene Darnis
Business Analytics
Works at Uber
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Read our mentors' published writing on Medium
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