Career Mentor Application
What does a Career Mentor do?
Students in the Fresh Careers program will be paired* with a Career Mentor, an industry professional who will be a resource for students throughout their time at the IDDBA show. Mentors are encouraged to continue being industry resources for students after the show.
- Career Mentors should:
- Complete the Career Mentor Application
- MUST attend the kickoff meeting the evening of Saturday, June 3, 2023
- Be available for at least one hour at a time during the show to walk the floor with students; preferably for longer, extended periods
IDDBA’s objective is to expose students to opportunities in the food industry, specifically dairy, deli, and bakery. Mentors should provide students with a beneficial experience to further students’ knowledge, understanding, and interest in our industry. Below are some conversation starters for your time together.
- Discuss career paths
- Introduce students to contacts in the industry
- Describe business-to-business relationships
- Let them observe a face-to-face meeting
- Share what you’ve learned from your personal trade show and career experiences
- Discuss products on display and industry trends
*IDDBA does our best to match students and mentors based on shared interests.
Application period is closed!