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PMI-LA Mentorship Program: 2026 Fall Session
Status: APPLICATIONS ARE NOW OPEN

Our application process is quick—taking just a couple of minutes to complete—so you can focus on what matters: your growth.

Whether you are a seasoned expert ready to share your wisdom or an ambitious professional eager to expand your horizons, our three-month Mentorship Program is built for you. This is your platform to connect, learn, and hit those career milestones alongside the best in Los Angeles.

What is the PMI-LA Mentorship Program?

Designed exclusively for active PMI-LA Members, this dynamic program fosters professional excellence and community connection. It’s a two-way street for success:

  • For Mentors: Shape the future of project management by guiding emerging talent.
  • For Mentees: Accelerate your career trajectory with insider perspectives from industry veterans.

More than just a "buddy system," this program is a professional catalyst. It’s an opportunity to build lasting relationships, crush your goals, and give back to the community that supports you. Most mentorship sessions allow for a 1:2 ratio -- two mentees for every mentor, but always depends on the applicant pool for that particular session -- allowing for close, dedicated interaction for every mentor-mentee match.

2026 Fall Session - Important Dates:

  • Application Period: NOW THROUGH THURSDAY, AUGUST 20, 2026 MONDAY, AUGUST 24, 2026
  • Applicant Review Period: Monday, August 24th, 2026 - Tuesday, August 25th, 2026
  • Final Candidate Selection and Notifications: August 25th, 2026
  • Virtual Fall Session Kickoff + Mentor Onboarding: evening of Tuesday, September 8th, 2026
  • Fall Session Close: Tuesday, November 24th, 2026

Time Commitment:

The commitment for this session is 11 weeks, with twice monthly 45-60 minute meetings with your mentor/mentee, in addition to one mentor onboarding session, one program kick-off meeting, and any optional in-person or virtual events. Mentor/mentees are paired together based on common goals/interests, which allows for efficient, focused weekly meetings.

Cost to Participate:

In this fall program, accepted mentees will be paying a one-time registration fee of $30 to participate in this mentorship session, giving them access to the many benefits this program offers (including, in addition to time with their mentorship pairing, free access to specific chapter events and webinars).

 

Why Join the PMI-LA Mentorship Program?

 

For Mentors, who are Leading the Way

For Mentees, who are Levelling Up

Give Back:
Influence the next generation of project leaders.

Personalized Guidance:
Get tailored advice for your specific challenges.

Refine Leadership:
Sharpen your coaching and communication skills.

Skill Development:
Identify and bridge your professional gaps.

Gain New Perspectives:
Stay fresh with insights from emerging professionals.

Career Advancement:
Navigate your path with newfound confidence.

Expand Your Network:
Connect with fellow high-level leaders.

Build Connections:
Open doors to a supportive, professional network.

 

FOR MENTEE APPLICANTS ONLY

Accelerate Your Career: Apply as a PMI-LA Mentee

Are you an early- to mid-career project management professional eager to expand your knowledge, sharpen your skills, and accelerate your career trajectory? As a PMI-LA mentee, you’ll actively engage with an experienced mentor, apply valuable feedback, and seek opportunities to strengthen your abilities. This program is designed to empower you to achieve your professional aspirations.

Time Commitment: The mentee commitment for this session is 11 weeks, with twice monthly 45-60 minute meetings with your mentor, in addition to one program kick-off meeting and any optional in-person or virtual events. Mentor/mentees are paired together based on common goals/interests, which allows for efficient, focused weekly meetings.

Cost to Participate: In this fall program, accepted mentees will be paying a one-time registration fee of $30 to participate in this mentorship session, giving them access to the many benefits this program offers (including, in addition to time with their mentorship pairing, free access to specific chapter events and webinars).

GENERAL INFORMATION

EXPERIENCE

MENTORSHIP TOPICS - MENTEE SECTION

As a MENTEE, I am seeking guidance in the following Professional Areas (please be as specific as you can regarding your topics of interest, so we may pair you with a qualified mentor as best as we can):

CERTIFICATIONS - MENTEE SECTION

What certificates, if any, do you currently hold?

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

If applicable, write any other information that may be pertinent to the processing of your application. (If you require your mentor to hold any particular certifications, come from a specific industry, etc., please list those here):


All of the fields must be filled.

All required boxes must be checked

Thank you for filling out the form. A PMI representative will contact you shortly with more information.

FOR MENTOR APPLICANTS ONLY

Become a PMI-LA Mentor: Share Your Expertise, Shape the Future

Are you an experienced project management professional ready to make a significant impact? As a PMI-LA Mentor, you’ll guide and support a colleague’s professional growth, sharing your insights and helping them navigate their career journey. This is a rewarding opportunity to give back to the community, strengthen the next generation of project leaders, and earn volunteer PDU hours.

Time Commitment: The mentor commitment for this session is 11 weeks, with twice monthly 45-60 minute meetings with your mentor, in addition to one mentor onboarding session, one program kick-off meeting, and any optional in-person or virtual events. Mentor/mentees are paired together based on common goals/interests, which allows for efficient, focused weekly meetings.

GENERAL INFORMATION

EXPERIENCE

MENTORSHIP CORE COMPETENCIES

As a MENTOR, I can help Mentees in the following areas (please be as specific as possible so we can find the best matches). Examples include:

Soft Skills: Leadership, Conflict Resolution, Stakeholder Management, Influencing without Authority.

Technical Skills: Risk Management, Scheduling/Budgeting, AI in Project Management, Tool Selection (Jira, MS Project).

Career Growth: Transitioning to Program Management, Exam Prep, Resume/Interviewing, Building a Personal Brand.

CERTIFICATIONS - MENTOR SECTION

What certificates, if any, do you currently hold?

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

If applicable, write any other information that may be pertinent to the processing of your application, including any specific knowledge areas or mentorship experience:


All of the fields must be filled.

All required boxes must be checked

Thank you for filling out the form. A PMI representative will contact you shortly with more information.

PMI LA Mentorship Program Testimonials 🎉

I’m so glad I found PMI-LA and the Mentorship Program. I thought the mentor and mentee pairings were thoughtfully chosen which was very helpful for me in working towards my personal career goals. Everyone involved was also so kind and encouraging to one another. I would absolutely recommend this experience to others in the project management field! The biggest value I gained from this program was the opportunity to create new meaningful connections and expand my network.

Whitney Guaderrama | 2025 Mentee

All my mentees had an idea what they actually wanted. It took a bit of exploring and sometimes asking personal questions to try to understand the motives and how those motives were playing into the goal they set for themselves. Fortunately, revisiting the goals constantly was also part of the process and it helped a lot with shaping their experience…I enjoyed sharing what I have learned and experienced more this time than in my previous mentorship seasons. As funny this sounds, I reflected on some of my mentees' experience and drew parallels with them, and it helped me navigate situations in a more fruitful way.

Andres Salazar Milano | 2024 Mentor

The PMI LA Mentorship Program has been a transformative experience in my journey toward earning my PMP® certification—and I'm thrilled to share that I passed the exam on January 17, 2025! The impact of this experience extends beyond certification—it has strengthened my leadership mindset, enhanced my ability to deliver and maximize business value, and refined my approach to stakeholder engagement, adaptability, and continuous improvement. The PMI LA Mentorship Program truly delivers on its promise to empower project managers, provide mentorship, and drive career advancement

Alexandra Hunt | 2024 Mentee

Participating in the PMI LA Mentorship Program was a fantastic experience for me as both a mentee and mentor. I had the opportunity to get an outside perspective as I navigated a new role and the honor of sharing some of my hard-won knowledge with others who are earlier in their journey in the field of project management. I even learned a few things about myself as I revisited past experiences and shared some laughs over the evergreen challenges of our industry. It was a great experience overall!

AHC | 2025 Mentor & Mentee

If you have any questions or comments about the Mentorship program, please email them to mentorship@pmi-la.org.

Best Regards,

Cheryl Venable, PMI-LA Mentorshp Program Director
Eric Brown, PMI-LA VP of Career Development