YMN Mentoring
Shaping the Next Generation of Sustainable Mobility Leaders
Objective
The YMN Mobility Mentoring supports young talent in entering the mobility and transport field while fostering cross-disciplinary knowledge exchange.
We aim to:
Build a global talent pipeline for sustainable mobility
Connect young professionals and students with industry experts
Inspire innovation, entrepreneurship & leadership
Support your professional and personal growth
Why Mentoring?
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Growing demand for sustainable, user-centric and innovative solutions.
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Young talent is eager to engage but often lacks structured guidance. (by the way, did you know: We don’t define “young” by age ;) Everyone is welcome! )
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Helping careers take off while advancing the industry.
Programme Overview
Timeline: ~6 months
Kickoff: November 5, 16:30 - 18:00 CET
Mid-Review: Halfway through the programme
Final Wrap-Up: April 2026 - The programme runs for six months, with 4–6 mentor sessions, tailored to your schedule.
Format: Hybrid (digital & on-site)
Languages: English & German
Core Elements
1:1 Mentoring – Learn directly from leading industry experts.
Group Exchange – Lunch & Learn inputs from experts to grow together.
Career Development – Build skills, networks & confidence for your next step.
Our YMN Mentor’s Area of Expertise
Sustainable & New Mobility
User-Centric Design & Accessibility
Autonomous Mobility & AI
Infrastructure & Policy
Advanced Mobility Systems
& More!
Sustainable & New Mobility User-Centric Design & Accessibility Autonomous Mobility & AI Infrastructure & Policy Advanced Mobility Systems & More!
Your Benefits
As A Mentee
Personal guidance from top mobility experts
Insider knowledge of industry trends
Expansion of your professional network
Support in achieving your career goals
As A Mentor
Contribute to shaping the next generation
Share expertise and gain fresh perspectives
Expand your own leadership & coaching skills
Conditions of Participation
For Mentees
Students (from 3rd semester)
Young professionals (up to 3 years experience)
Early career professionals (~ up to 35 years)
Mobility background desirable, but open to all disciplines
*To apply as a mentee, please sign up for a YMN+ Membership as well. If you have questions, don’t hesitate to ask.
For Mentors
Professionals with 5+ years experience in mobility, transport, or related fields
Commitment of ~2–3 hours/month
Viktoria Herrmann, Mentor
“The YMN mentoring is not a one-way street — as a mentor, I’ve gained fresh perspectives on the industry and a deeper understanding of what young professionals need. Being a mentor with YMN is a fantastic opportunity to connect with bright, ambitious individuals in the mobility sector. There’s immense potential for growth and collaboration, and I’m already excited for round two!"
Anonymous, Mentor
"You never stop learning as a mentor – through the YMN Mentoring Programme, I’ve gained valuable insights into different perspectives, approaches, and topics in the mobility world."
FAQ
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Approx. 2–3 hours/month for mentoring sessions & Meetings
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No – meetings are digital-first, in-person is optional but encouraged.
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No additional fees – the programme is included in your YMN+ Membership. (for prices see Details on Website under Become a Member)
Want to Support as a Partner/ Sponsor or have Questions?
We are actively seeking sponsors and partners to scale the YMN Mentoring Programme.
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Sebastian Amaritza
Mentoring Programme Manager
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Anna Filby
Mentoring Programme Manager
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Vipul Toprani
Mentoring Programme Manager
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This could be you!
We’re seeking support to keep this programme moving forward!