ISyE Connections
ISyE Connections is a sister organization of UW IISE dedicated to building meaningful mentorship relationships within the Industrial and Systems Engineering community.
Our Purpose
ISyE Connections is a mentorship-focused organization that connects students and early-career alumni with mentors who share similar interests, experiences, and aspirations in Industrial and Systems Engineering.
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Our goal is to help participants build strong professional networks and create an environment that fosters growth, opportunity, and career development both during undergrad and after graduation. Through mentorship and regular communication, we aim to support students as they explore academic pathways, internships, and full-time careers.
ISyE Mentorship Program
The ISyE Mentorship Program pairs mentees with mentors based on shared interests, career goals, and experiences. Mentors may include upperclassmen, graduate students, and alumni working in industry.
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Mentorship pairs are encouraged to meet regularly throughout the semester to discuss career paths, academic decisions, professional development, and opportunities. Participants will also receive periodic check-in emails to help ensure mentorship pairs are connecting and benefiting from the program.
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The program is designed to create meaningful connections that strengthen the ISyE community and support participants at every stage of their academic and professional journey.
Who Can Participate?
Mentors
Mentees
Mentors are individuals interested in giving back, sharing their experiences, and building connections within the ISyE community.
Eligible mentors include:
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UW–Madison alumni
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Graduate students
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Upperclassmen undergraduate students
Mentors support mentees by sharing advice, discussing career paths, offering insight into opportunities, and helping mentees navigate their academic and professional goals.
Mentees are individuals looking to expand their network, gain guidance, and explore opportunities within ISyE.
Eligible mentees include:
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Underclassmen undergraduate students
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Upperclassmen undergraduate students
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Graduate students
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Alumni who are 1–5 years post-graduation
Mentees will be matched with a mentor aligned with their interests, background, and goals, helping them build connections and gain valuable insight into academic and career pathways.
