iMentor Volunteer: Support Students at Oakland Unity High School

About the role

iMentor believes that all students deserve an equitable chance to pursue their ambitions. Our program builds authentic mentoring relationships to bring greater equity to students' educational journeys. Through these long-term relationships, first-generation, students of color from underserved communities increase their access to the knowledge, experiences, and resources required to succeed in college or their post-secondary pathway of choice, and to pursue their career ambitions.

About The Program

The mentorship program at Oakland Unity High School, powered by iMentor, supports rising seniors as they prepare for one of the most important transitions of their lives—graduating high school and stepping into college, career, and adulthood. These students are navigating academic milestones, postsecondary decisions, and big questions about their future. Your mentorship can make a meaningful difference.

Responsibilities

• Write to your mentee weekly through iMentor’s secure online platform to build connection and provide encouragement
• Meet in person once per month at Oakland Unity High School during structured mentor-mentee events
• Use the platform for guided prompts, secure messaging, and goal setting
• Commit approximately 4 hours per month throughout the academic year

Qualifications

• Ideal volunteers will have (preferred but not required):
• College graduate or professional experience
• Strong communication and listening skills
• A belief in the power of education and mentorship
• Cultural humility and respect for diverse backgrounds
• A desire to support first-generation college-bound students

Benefits

Your support can help them develop career readiness skills, strengthen their sense of belonging, and feel empowered as they take their next steps after graduation.

Pay

This is a fully volunteer, unpaid opportunity to make a lasting impact in a student's life during a pivotal year.

Schedule

Time commitment: Approximately 4 hours per month for one academic year