Calling all mentors and mentees! Interested in deeper connections within the hospitality industry? The PCMA Greater Philadelphia Chapter is excited to kick off its third year of the Mentorship Program! This initiative pairs students with industry professionals for one-on-one mentorship, focusing on career paths, goal setting, professional communication, and maximizing summer jobs or internships.
Applications are due October 21, 2025.
 STUDENT MENTEE REQUIREMENTS
- Be a student or young professional (within 2 years of graduating)
- Be a PCMA Greater Philadelphia Chapter Member (student or Next-Gen). Not a member? Students can join for free! https://www.pcma.org/membership/students/
- Student Application link: http://bit.ly/3UvBskjÂ
 INDUSTRY MENTOR REQUIREMENTS
- Be a current events industry professional or retired from the events industry
- People from all career paths are encouraged to apply including suppliers and planners.
- Must be a current PCMA Greater Philadelphia Chapter member (professional, supplier, emeritus, secondary, or tertiary chapter member)
- Industry Mentor application link: http://bit.ly/419Ozvd
PROGRAM & APPLICATIONS
- Maintain regular communication with your mentor/mentee – ideally 1x/month
- Complete brief surveys/check-ins regarding the program
- The program will run from November 2025 through March 2026.
- Applications are due October 21, 2025.
BENEFITS
- IT’S FREE for students! There is no fee (beyond PCMA membership) to participate in the mentorship program.
- Expand your network with the opportunity to gain connections, professional knowledge, and experience from your mentor.
- Training materials and resources will be provided to guide mentees and mentors throughout the program.
- Connect with others on ideas in an ever-changing industry.
- Share your professional knowledge and experiences to advance our industry during a time when young people might be questioning their hospitality career path.
Questions? Contact Scott Higgins ([email protected]) Chair, Student Committee or Ryan Pfeiffer ([email protected]) Co-Chair, Student Committee.
