Mentees
“I was able to prep some applications materials and consider career options and what it would be like in the industry. It was very helpful and I think I learned a lot.”
“Fantastic. I learnt a lot about the industry and it was great to have this opportunity. Thank you!”
On their mentor: “Kind, thoughtful, friendly and very interested in my ideas raised during our meetings. I appreciated my mentor’s time and the insights they offered in response to my ideas.”
“Really useful for learning more about publishing and the day-to-day of jobs in the industry.”
Mentors
“Very positive – I would do it again!” Cat Mitchell, Mentor for SYP UK, Into stream
“It’s been a great experience – communication has always been clear from the organisers and the pairing was perfect!” Mentor for SYP UK, Into stream
“Wonderful, SYP have always been great.” Mentor for SYP UK, Into stream
“Very enjoyable and getting to know my mentee was a pleasure.” Mentor for SYP Ireland, Into stream
“I really enjoyed it! I was apprehensive at the beginning that I wouldn’t really have much knowledge to share, but actually when you get into things you realise that you know more than you think you do.” Mentor for SYP London, Into stream
“It was very positive all in all. [My mentee] approached mentoring with a good attitude, was happy to put into practise my advice and it was a pleasure speaking with her. We met online and sessions lasted for a good amount of time. She sent me some cover letters to look over but always in plenty of time for me to look over them before submissions. Overall she was great!” Mentor for SYP London, Into stream