Mentorship Agreement Template printable pdf download

Mentorship Agreement Template

The purpose of this template is to assist you in documenting mutually agreed upon goals and parameters that

will serve as the foundation for your mentoring relationships. While mentors and mentees may find mentorship

agreements to be useful, they are optional. This template is expected to be altered to meet individual needs.

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Goals (what you hope to achieve as a result of this relationship; e.g., gain perspective relative to skills

necessary for success in academia, explore new career opportunities/alternatives, obtain knowledge of

organizational culture, networking, leadership skill development, etc.):

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Steps to achieving goals as stated above (e.g., meeting regularly, manuscripts/grants, collaborating

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on research projects, steps to achieving independence, etc.):

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Meeting frequency (frequency, duration, and location of meetings):

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Confidentiality: Any sensitive issues that we discuss will be held in the strictest of confidence.

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Issues that are off limits for discussion include:

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Plan for evaluating relationship effectiveness (e.g., bi-annual review of mentorship meeting minutes,

goals, and outcomes/accomplishments):

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Relationship termination clause: In the event that either party finds the mentoring relationship unproductive

and requests that it be terminated, we agree to honor that individual’s decision without question or blame.

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Duration: This mentorship relationship will continue as long as both parties feel comfortable with its

productivity or until:

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Mentor’s Signature___________________________ Mentee’s Signature___________________________ Date__________

Mentorship Agreement Template