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Mentor Program Portal

CBSI Mentor Program 2025-2026 Thank you for your partnership with the Colorado BioScience Institute! We are excited to have you join us for the 2025-2026 Mentor Program. During the academic year, students and mentors meet for the purpose of professional development, interactive learning experiences including tours and demos, and networking with leaders in the field. Professional & Career Development – Students gain an understanding of what it means to be a life sciences professional, working with a variety of companies at different stages of their growth. Skills & Education Enhancement – The program connects university knowledge to real-world applications by providing access to work environments. Leadership Development – Experts from Colorado’s life sciences ecosystem demonstrate and share their expertise with the next generation of life science leaders.     Contact Us Rachael Schowalter, Partnerships & Program Coordinatorrschowalter@cobioscience.comColorado BioScience Institute600 Grant Street #306, Denver, CO 80203     Program Resources   Student Resources Student FAQ Student Expectations and Code of Conduct Monthly Mentorship Topics Example Mentoring Agreement Mentor Resources Mentor FAQ Mentor Biographies Mentor Engagement Activity Ideas Monthly Mentorship Topics     Upcoming Events Get the Job! WebinarOctober 22, 20254:30 PM - 5:30 PMRegister here   Mines Networking MixerOctober 28, 20254:30 PM - 6:30 PMRegister here     Additional Resources Click below for additional options.   Campus Partnerships Colorado School of Mines Career Days   Social Media Resources CBSI_Logo_FullColor_RGBDownload   When it comes to building your career, focusing on graduating isn’t enough to lead to new opportunities. Odalis Castro, Fulbright Scholar   Share a Success Story   The Institute is proud of the strong relationships that are built through the Mentor Program. Please share your success story with our community. Fill out this form or send an email to Rachael Schowalter.  
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Quality Assurance and Regulatory Affairs Certificate

To meet employer needs, the QA/RA certificate will include access to career-enhancing experiential learning opportunities and mentorship. A partnership including the Colorado Bioscience Institute, and 16+ industry leaders will facilitate an innovative approach to providing participants with opportunities to increase economic mobility in high-demand, high-skill, high-wage occupations. The four courses that make up the certificate will be delivered online and asynchronously with a 3-day, in-person experience hosted by local Denver Metro area companies in the final capstone class. The curriculum is customized with input from our Advisory Board members to meet the QA/RA needs of the local bioscience community. The program provides specialized job training as well as mentorship and job matching activities offered by the Institute.

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The Life Sciences Industry Showcase

April 9th we hosted the annual Life Sciences Industry Showcase! This event consists of a panel that connects Colorado life sciences companies to Colorado university talent from undergraduate to post doc to demonstrate the breadth and depth of the Colorado Life Sciences Ecosystem. Participating companies showcased their company, technology and talent recruitment initiatives with an overview presentation and engaged with attendees through a moderated Q&A session. Our panel consisted of speakers from Medtronic, Biodesix, KBI Biopharma and Edgewise Therapeutics. This session grows the state’s future workforce talent pipeline by connecting them with companies and opportunities in Colorado. See the event recording below:

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Mentorship Topics

Building a mentorship relationship can indeed be incredibly rewarding! Here are some talking points and a suggested structure to help guide your conversations and development: Talking Points for Mentorship Monthly Focus Areas Tips for a Successful Mentorship By using these talking points and structure, you can cultivate a strong, productive mentorship relationship that fosters your growth and development.

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