Mentoring Programs

Executive in Residence 

Are you a junior, senior or graduate student looking for a professional mentor? Become a mentee to one of Southern California’s leading executives and participate in one-on-one and small-group mentoring sessions. Visit the  Executive in Residence Home Page  for more information.  

Business Peer Mentoring Program

The College of Business and Economics will offer a Business Peer Mentoring program for Fall 2025  and  Spring 2026. The purpose of this program is to help students engage in meaningful relationships with a peer mentor.

Become a Peer Mentor: Empower Future Leaders!

Are you a passionate and accomplished business student looking to make a positive impact on your peers? Do you have a wealth of knowledge and experiences to share? Would you like to provide a supportive environment and share your knowledge and college experiences? 

As a Business Peer Mentor you will facilitate activities (individual meetings and social events) that help your mentees increase their self-efficacy and resilience, strengthen their connection to the university and the college, and learn how to navigate resources. Join our Peer Mentor program and become a guiding light for aspiring business professionals in higher education.

How it Works for Mentors:

    • Deadline: Apply by June 30, 2025
    • Pay Rate: $16.50 per hour / 5 hours a week (flexible)
    • Position Time Commitment: Fall 2025 & Spring 2026
    • Apply Online: Submit your resume to [email protected] and apply online here.

Requirements

    • Have current U.S. work authorization
    • Be a current undergraduate business major at CSUF enrolled in a minimum of seven units for Fall 2025.
    • Considered matriculated at time of employment and completed at least one semester at CSUF
    • Completed at least one semester at CSUF
    • Be in good academic standing (not on academic notice, continued notice, academic disqualification), and maintain a 2.0 in all GPAs (major, concentration, cumulative, and CSUF).
    • Have declared a concentration
    • Attend Mandtory Meetings/Training
      • Fridays (tentatively 11:00am-12:00pm)

Become a Peer Mentee Spring 2026: Reset, Refocus, and Move Forward

Did your first semester feel tougher than expected? You’re not alone — and needing support is a normal part of the college transition. The Peer Mentoring Program is here to help you reset, refocus, and move forward with confidence this spring.

Designed for first-year business students in their second semester, this program connects you with a peer mentor who understands both the transition to college and the expectations of the College of Business and Economics. You’ll get guidance from someone who’s been in your shoes and knows how to navigate the challenges you’re facing.

Whether you want help with time management, study strategies, or staying on track, Peer Mentoring offers a supportive space to build strong habits and confidence for the semester ahead.

What You’ll Gain

As a Peer Mentee, you can expect support with:

  • Stronger study and time management skills
  • Support adjusting to college-level coursework
  • Accountability and organization throughout the semester
  • Guidance navigating campus resources
  • Increased confidence in your academic abilities

How It Works for Spring Mentees

  • Deadline: February 1, 2026
    • February 1, 2026
  • Time Commitment:
    • 30 minutes weekly with a peer mentor
    • Spring 2026
  • Apply: 

Eligibility Criteria

You are eligible to apply if you are:

  • A first-time, first-year student (FTFY), in your second semester
  • Enrolled as a College of Business and Economics major
  • Continuing into Spring 2026 and interested in additional academic support

Faculty Mentoring

Once you have declared your concentration, you are eligible to participate in the Faculty Mentoring Program. You will be assigned a faculty mentor for the upcoming semester and are expected to meet with your mentor. By meeting with your faculty mentor you will gain insight from experienced professionals, gain access to career path guidance, and discuss new industry trends. You can discuss topics like selecting the right electives for you, experiential learning courses, and how your courses can benefit your career goals.

When you receive an invitation to meet with your faculty mentor, it is important that you meet during the mentoring period.

The goals of the Faculty Mentoring program are:

  • To ensure your study plan aligns with your academic and career goals
  • To ensure you understand the success resources available to you, and to encourage you to be proactive in accessing those resources (e.g., business advising, career advising, tutoring)
  • To provide you with an opportunity to build relationships with peers and faculty to strengthen your social connections on campus.

The faculty from each discipline in Accounting, Economics, Finance, Information Systems, Management, and Marketing are excited to meet with you and are committed to your support, growth, and graduation. So get connected with your faculty mentor early by completing your lower-division business core requirements as soon as possible and declaring your concentration. Learn how to declare your concentration online.