Become a Mentor
Help a Student Discover Their Future
At the Met, learning doesn't stop when students leave the classroom.
Two days each week, students participate in Learning Through Interest (LTI)—our internship program that places students alongside professionals in workplaces throughout Rhode Island.
As a mentor, you provide guidance, encouragement, and real-world experiences that help students discover their interests, build confidence, and prepare for life after high school.
You don't have to be a teacher. You simply need to be willing to share your knowledge and experience.
What Does a Mentor Do?
Mentors introduce students to the realities of their profession while helping them grow both personally and professionally.
A mentor might:
- Share knowledge about their career or industry
- Introduce students to workplace expectations
- Guide students through meaningful projects
- Encourage curiosity and problem-solving
- Help students develop professional communication skills
- Provide feedback that supports growth and confidence
Our staff works closely with both students and mentors throughout the experience, so you'll never be on your own.
Why Become a Mentor?
Mentoring is an opportunity to make a lasting impact on a young person's life while strengthening your own organization.
Many mentors tell us they enjoy:
- Inspiring the next generation of professionals
- Sharing their passion and expertise
- Bringing fresh perspectives into their workplace
- Developing leadership and coaching skills
- Giving back to their community
- Building connections with local schools and future talent
Learning Through Interest (LTI)
Learning Through Interest is one of the defining experiences of a Met education.
Students spend two days each week learning in professional environments that align with their interests and goals. Working alongside mentors, they complete authentic projects, explore career pathways, and connect classroom learning with real-world experiences.
These internships help students develop responsibility, confidence, communication skills, and a deeper understanding of the careers they may pursue after graduation.
Who Can Be a Mentor?
Mentors come from every profession and every type of organization.
We partner with:
- Businesses
- Healthcare organizations
- Nonprofit agencies
- Government offices
- Skilled trades
- Arts organizations
- Technology companies
- Colleges and universities
- Entrepreneurs and small businesses
Whether you work for a large company or run your own business, you may have something valuable to offer a student.
Ready to Get Started?
Our Learning Through Interest team will work with you to find a student whose interests align with your organization and guide you through every step of the process.
Contact the Learning Through Interest Office
Phone: (401) 752-2624