The CS Mentor Program delivers a dynamic and personalized platform for law and business students to develop critical skills for professional success.
The Mentor Program is conducted in small-seminar format of approximately ten participants from various law schools and business programs in Shanghai. Each group is exposed to a variety of critical topics through lecture, class discussion and interactive simulations.
Based on the close relationship that develops between CS and the mentees, the Program also becomes a platform to explore employment opportunities at CS. Each mentee also becomes part of the CS Alumni Network, which connects law and business students, lawyers, and other professionals in Shanghai and abroad.
Program Content
Introduction
During our introductory session, we will go through an overview of the program, introduce ourselves, and discuss the alumni network, which is designed to offer students a platform to build and maintain a strong professional network.
Application Materials
In this module, we cover how to write an effective resume and cover letter, which can make or break your chances of getting an interview. When writing a resume and cover letter, attention to detail and identifying and communicating a thematic expression of your professional development to-date and future goals are extremely important. This module will provide you with ways to improve upon these skills and write strong resumes and cover letters.
Interview
In this module, we walk through the complete interview process, including interview preparation, interviewing, and interview follow-up, as well as how to effectively and consistently deliver the thematic expression identified in the previous modules. This module will provide you with the skills and techniques needed to make your interview successful.
Telephone Communication
We review basic steps and key points to keep in mind for successful telephone communication and provide guidelines for professional telephone etiquette.
Memo-Writing
Writing an effective memo is critical skill for clear, concise communication with clients and colleagues. In this session, we review the fundamental building blocks of composing an organized and effective memo.
Email-Writing
Email is now the most common form of business communication, and proper email writing skills and etiquette are a must have for all business professionals. This module covers the key techniques and content required for writing professional emails.
Time Management
Effective time management is the condition precedent to your professional success; it is the difference between working hard and working smart, and it is what separates the intelligent, from the intelligent and successful. In this module, we discuss how to effectively organize and manage your time and work schedule, including setting priorities, identifying pacing items, and making to-do lists.
Career Opportunities
Based on the close, cooperative relationship that will develop between CS and mentees, CS may invite several mentees to join as interns, and it is not uncommon for interns to later join CS as full time associates after graduation.
Learn what some MP Alumni have to say about the Program.
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Admission is based on personal and academic merit determined through resume submission and telephone interview. Expectations of mentees include complete and punctual attendance, homework completion, and active participation. The Mentor Program is offered for a small fee with all proceeds going to the Ronald McDonald Cancer Foundation.
Please send Application Form and resume to [email protected].
