Mentoring Programme
The Women@Tech mentoring programme started in 2023 and is a unique cross-company programme that aims to connect and support female talent from across the tech Industry, to help individuals to fulfil their potential and achieve their goals.
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W@Tech Mentoring 2026: Applications Closed
Applications for the 2026 W@T Cross-Company Mentoring Programme are now closed. Thank you to everyone who applied — we’re thrilled by the incredible response this year!
If you’ve submitted an application, you’ll be hearing from us soon with details on the next steps and matching process.
Our 2026 programme is centred around the theme “Building Your Career with Intention.” This year, we’re focused on empowering participants to take ownership of their development through intentional goal-setting, confident decision-making, and strategic career moves — all supported by structured mentorship.
Through this six-month journey, mentees will gain personalised guidance, expand their cross-company network, and build the confidence and clarity needed to accelerate their careers.
This year’s programme is set to be our most impactful yet — bringing together talented women and experienced mentors across the UK tech industry.
Stay tuned for updates, and in the meantime, you can find out more about the programme below.
“Conversations with my mentor have been refreshing! It's Nice to see that other people go through the same things and to hear how they have overcome different problems”
“My mentor is absolutely incredible - she gives me feedback in a way that I can action immediately. I look forward to speaking with her, and I can feel a difference in my confidence and capabilities since starting with her.”
“It's been amazing! As my mentee has taken so much action since we met- it's inspired me to take a lot of action in my life too. Perfect matching”
FAQs
Find out more below
Download our program guide to view all information about the program.
What is the mentoring programme?
The Women@Tech Mentoring Programme is a first-of-a-kind cross-company structured programme that connects women working within the UK technology industry to a more experienced mentor with the goal of achieving individual participant goals for both mentor and mentee.
The programme is flexible, beneficial and inclusive, and is easy for participants to join.
Is this programme right for me?
For Women Mentees: Accelerate your career, build confidence, and connect with experienced mentors from the top tech companies in the UK (any individual) who will support your growth. This is an opportunity to boost your career trajectory, while gaining valuable insights and connections.
For Mentors (open to any individual): Share your expertise, gain deeper understanding of the challenges faced by underrepresented groups and contribute to closing the gender gap. Empower the next generation of women in tech and make a tangible impact on their career journeys. This program offers a unique chance for personal and professional development through meaningful connections and mentorship.
Timeline
March - Applications open
24th March - Application deadline; matching period (mentees matched with experienced mentors).
1st April - Mentorship begins (mentees and mentors begin their 6-month journey, with Women@Tech's ongoing support)