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IEEE STEP: Young Professionals Mentorship & Networking Forum

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Engage graduating students with IEEE Young Professionals (YP) to guide career transitions.
Highlight the benefits, services, and long-term value of IEEE YP membership.
Provide mentorship opportunities to navigate early professional challenges.
Promote networking and community building within the Section/Subsection.
Encourage continued involvement through volunteering, leadership, and professional growth pathways.

Facilitate meaningful interaction between students and IEEE YPs to guide career transition.
Introduce graduating students to the benefits, services, and long-term value of IEEE YP membership.
Establish supportive mentorship connections to help students navigate early career challenges.
Promote networking and community building to strengthen the student–YP pipeline.
Increase awareness of IEEE volunteering, leadership, and professional growth pathways.

Time	Activity
10 min	Registration & Welcome – Introduction to the program and STEP objectives
20 min	Keynote Talk: Life After Graduation: A YP’s Perspective – Real-life experiences shared by a YP leader
20 min	Introduction to IEEE Young Professionals – Overview of benefits, volunteering, funding opportunities, and pathways to get involved
30 min	Speed Mentorship Rounds – Students rotate among YPs for quick Q&A and guidance
10 min	Membership Pathways & Closing Notes – How to transition from Student → YP and future activities
10 min	Group Photo & Informal Networking
30 min	Networking & Refreshments – Open interaction among participants