Accelerate
How it Works
Fill out an Accelerate Mentor Application
Give us an idea of what skills you bring to the table and why you are interested in becoming a mentor. You can read about some of our past teams now to learn about the types of projects and support students need. Apply to be a mentor by completing your Mentor Application by September 3, 2021.
Get paired with a team
In September 2021, we will reach out via email to match you to a student team who needs your advising. We’ll send you some Project Invent swag to celebrate!
Video call once a month
Video call with your assigned team once a month to help them make progress, set goals, and benefit from your expertise in everything from building robust code to beta testing their product with users.
What we Expect
Genuine passion for working with students.
Effective at project management and using those skills to help students.
1-hour monthly calls with an assigned team of high school inventors.
Preparation for calls by identifying helpful resources and defining reasonable monthly goals.
What you Get
Free Project Invent swag!
Invites to exclusive Project Invent events like Demo Days, tech workshops, and team meet-ups.
Inspire young inventors and changemakers.
Who You’re Helping
Accelerate student teams come from all over the country and are inventing impactful technologies for community impact. You’ll be paired with a team based on your selected preferences in your Accelerate Mentor Application. Here are some examples of past teams:
So what are you waiting for?
Apply to be an Accelerate Mentor by completing the Accelerate Mentor Application today. The deadline to apply is September 3, 2021.