Mentor a student

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CMU’s Career Central (powered by 12Twenty) isn’t just for students. As CMU alumni, this platform allows you to connect with current students and provide mentorship opportunities. At CMU, paying it forward is what we do. 

Join Career Central 

Join Career Central — your hub for networking, mentorship and giving back to current students. It takes just a few minutes to join; and you can easily sync your account with an existing LinkedIn profile. 

By sharing just a bit of your time and experience, you can help guide current students and young alumni as they navigate career decisions, build confidence and grow their professional networks. Whether it’s offering advice, reviewing a resume or simply listening, your insight can make a lasting difference — and help keep the CMU community strong and connected. 

Become a mentor

One of the most powerful ways to give back is by becoming a mentor. 

What is mentorship?

Mentorship is a flexible, relationship-driven way to support students and young professionals as they navigate their next steps. It can take many forms, including: 

  • Sharing insights about your career path or industry 
  • Offering feedback on resumes or job search strategies
  • Helping students expand their professional networks 
  • Giving encouragement and confidence during big transitions

Why become a mentor? 

Your experience matters. We need alumni like you to help guide the many CMU students building their futures and seeking advice. By joining CMU’s Career Central, you can: 

  • Support current students through alumni-student engagement 
  • Build meaningful mentorship connections
  • Access lifetime resources for resumes and cover letters
  • Expand your own professional network 

Engage in professional communities

Participate in a Career Central Communities- small, interest-based groups designed to make it even easier to connect with others who share your industry, location or background. Think cities, industries, academic groups, extracurriculars and more.  

By joining, you can: 

  • Engage with CMU students who share your background or interests 
  • Post and find targeted opportunities
  • Build deeper, more meaningful connections

Ready to get started?

Follow these quick steps to join: 

  1. Go to  https://cmich.12twenty.com/Login 
  2. Log in with your CMICH credentials or connect with the Career Development Center to update your preferred email by calling (989) 774-3068. 
  3. Set up your profile — it’s as easy as syncing your LinkedIn. Make sure to complete the General, Education, Preferences, and Contact Info sections. 

Questions? Contact the Career Development Center |  989-774-3068 

Career Development Center