b'N AT I O N A LU N I V E R S I T Y P R O G R A M SMentorship Mentors play an important role in the success of INLsCultivating the next generationinternship, graduate fellowship and postdoctoral programs. Ourof talented individuals is key to continued exceptional mentors are dedicatedsuccess. INL researchers have a long and actively involved with their students. The importance of mytradition of mentoring young talent, mentor during my assignmentproviding ongoing support, advice and was huge as he not only made an impact in my career butcareer direction. strengthened my knowledge in the field, said INL intern SalvadorWhat are the outcomes of mentoring? Munoz. He cared for my success and without a mentor like him, IIncreased job satisfaction and retention of current and new employees. wouldnt be where I am today. Improved morale and efficiency. Why is mentoring important? Retention and transmission of institutional knowledge that would Mentoring helps the lab developotherwise be lost when team members depart. and retain its most valuable resource,Resources for mentors its people. Good mentoring helps: Enable career development. Learning how to be a better mentor is important. National University Programs and Human Resource and Diversitys Organizational Foster an inclusive workplace. Development have a suite of tools available to help participants fill this Develop business acumen andimportant role, from live workshops to guidebooks and video recordings. soft skills.Transfer both technical and insider knowledge.Intern Xavier Quintana with mentor Trishelle Copeland-Johnson.12'