Business & Careers07 Aug 2007 01:39 pm
So apparently there is a new trend among the college age crowd: “mentorships.” Much like traditional apprenticeships, a mentorship refers to one-on-one training provided by a professional in a certain field. For example, an individual wants to work in the TV broadcasting industry; he or she is assigned a “mentor” who works in that industry and will provide comprehensive, detailed training. A viable alternative to traditional higher education, a mentorship is not only cheaper, but can provide invaluable work experience a college student may not otherwise be able to get.