Mentoring
2026 – 2027 Mentoring Program
The WTS Puget Sound Chapter is offering a FREE eight-month mentoring program to support those who work within or are interested in working in the transportation industry. The Mentoring Program is open to all genders and disciplines, including planning, engineering, construction management, or operations. You must, however, work in the Puget Sound region. This year's program runs from October 2026 to May 2027 with in-person milestone events for the program Kick-Off, Mid-Year, and Closing.
Interested in Participating?
APPLY to be a mentor or mentee by completing the online application forms linked below. Applications are due Friday, October 2, 2026 with the exceptions of college students. Student applications are due Friday, October 16, 2026.
Please only apply if you are willing to commit to the eight-month program. Mentors and mentees will be responsible for meeting at least once a month, on their own, during the program--these meetings can be in-person or virtual. Please make a special effort to attend each of the three planned milestone events. This program will be approximately 15 hours of commitment spread over eight months.
Participants will be matched with a mentor/mentee by the Mentoring Committee and notified via email of your pairing. The Kick-Off Event is scheduled for Thursday, October 29, 2026.
If you are interested in being a mentor or mentee, please sign up!
“I had a great experience as a mentee in the WTS Mentoring Program. All of the women I met were welcoming and eager to share their knowledge about careers in transportation. I look forward to participating again next year!”
— Stefanie Hindmarch
“WTS program allowed me to meet others in the industry and through mentorship, I learned much from those who are more seasoned in the field and gained valuable perspectives that I otherwise wouldn’t have.”
— Yingying Huang Fernandes
“Having had solid mentors as a new engineer was so helpful to me that I love the opportunity to help others grow in their career. WTS brings together great people to support each other in their development and meet others in the industry!”
— Renee Koester
Questions?
If you have any questions about the Mentoring Program, please feel free to contact us at [email protected]
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