2026 Mentorship Program - Mentee Application

We’re excited that you’re interested in joining the 2026 Career Taiwan USA Association Mentorship Program! We’re honored to continue supporting your professional growth journey.

Before submitting your application, please carefully review the eligibility criteria and program expectations below. The full program period runs from April through October 2026.

Eligibility Requirements

  • Location Requirement

In 2026, core program activities will take place in person in two regions: Greater Los Angeles (West Coast Cohort) and Greater New York (East Coast Cohort).

Applicants must currently reside in either:

  • Southern California (LA Cohort), or

  • The Greater New York area (NY Cohort)

and be able to attend required in-person events in their respective region.

If you reside outside of these two regions but still wish to apply, we welcome your application. Your 1:1 mentor meetings may be conducted online if mutually agreed upon. However, please understand that required program gatherings will only take place in LA or NY, depending on cohort placement.

Due to the in-person structure of the program, program fees are non-refundable if you are unable to attend required in-person events.

  • Age Limitation

Applicants must be under 35 years old at the time of application. Due to limited capacity, priority consideration will be given to:

  • Recent graduates (within the past 3 years)

  • Early-career professionals actively seeking mentorship

  • Capacity & Selection

To ensure meaningful engagement and quality mentorship, we maintain a limited cohort size in each region.

Los Angeles Cohort

  • 12 mentors

  • Maximum 24 mentees

New York Cohort

  • 8 mentors

  • Maximum 16 mentees

Each mentor will be matched with no more than two mentees to ensure personalized guidance and focused support.

Application Deadline: March 31, 2026

Applications are reviewed on a rolling, first-come, first-served basis until capacity is reached.

  • Please note:
    Submitting this application does not guarantee acceptance. Final selection and cohort placement are determined by the program committee.

  • Program Fee

USD $199 per mentee. 

The program fee of USD 199 includes participation in the 2026 Mentorship Program and access to the CliftonStrengths Assessment with Top 5 Report (valued at USD 24.99).

Please note that all mentors participate in this program on a voluntary basis. They generously contribute their time and professional experience as part of a community initiative. The program fee does not constitute payment for individual consulting services.

  • Responsibilities & Expectations

By joining the program, you agree to the following:

  • Proactively initiate and maintain communication with your assigned mentor

  • Attend the mandatory in-person Kick-Off Meeting in your assigned cohort:

  • Los Angeles Cohort: April 17, 2026 (afternoon at Cultural Center of Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in Los Angeles)

  • New York Cohort: Date TBD (details will be announced via email)

  • Collaborate with fellow mentees to plan and support at least one networking event (with guidance from the core team)

  • Set clear, actionable goals with your mentor during your first meeting

  • Take ownership of your progress, follow-through, and outcomes

Step 1 Submit Basic Information

Application Process

Step 1 — Submit Basic Information
Complete your initial mentee information form on the right.

Step 2 — Program Fee Payment
Secure your application by completing the USD $199 payment.

Step 3 — Submit Supporting Materials
After payment, you will be directed to submit:
• Your resume (CV)
• A short essay
• Your mentor preferences

Your application review will begin only after all three steps are completed.

Career Taiwan USA Association

Mentorship Program Committee

2026/2/28

Disclaimer

The Career Taiwan USA Association Mentorship Program is designed as a volunteer-based professional development initiative. Mentors participate on a voluntary basis and provide guidance based on their personal and professional experience.

The program does not guarantee specific career outcomes, job placements, visa sponsorship, promotions, or other professional results. Participants are solely responsible for their own decisions, actions, and outcomes.

CTUSA reserves the right to modify program structure, schedules, mentor assignments, or event formats as necessary. In cases of unforeseen circumstances, event details may be adjusted.

By participating in the program, mentees acknowledge and agree to these terms.