FIND A MENTOR
Welcome to the Department of War’s Find a Mentor page. Whether you are seeking career guidance, technical skill development, or mission-oriented leadership insights, this page is your starting point to connect with a mentor within the Department.
Our goal is to provide a seamless and accessible way for employees to, “Find a mentor. Be a mentor. Shape the future.” - empowering the next generation of leaders and fostering a culture of growth and development within the DOW.
Choose Your Path:
Need to connect with a mentor right now?
Scroll down to DOW Component Mentoring Programs to find your component’s mentoring POC, program links, and resources. Don’t see your component? Email dodhra.mc-alex.dcpas.mbx.dod-mentoring-resource-portal@mail.mil and we’ll help connect you.
Tracking the enterprise tool rollout?
Learn about DOW MentorConnect and the planned phase rollout schedule in the next section.
Note: A dedicated standalone webpage for DOW MentorConnect is currently in development to provide more information.
DOW MentorConnect—Coming Soon!
What is DOW MentorConnect?
DOW MentorConnect is DOW’s upcoming enterprise mentor matching platform, designed to facilitate mentorship connections across all military services, defense agencies, and DOW field activities (DAFAs).
Whether you're looking to navigate your career, develop new skills, or simply gain valuable insights and advice, MentorConnect provides an accessible way to tap into the collective knowledge and expertise of the Department. By leveraging this tool, you can build lasting relationships, take your career to the next level, and contribute to the success of the DOW's mission.
To ensure a smooth and tailored onboarding experience, DOW MentorConnect is deploying in phases and component-level waves:
- Phase 1 (FY27): .mil affiliations: Access will roll out in progressive waves to users with a .mil email address on the Microsoft 365 platform. Your component mentoring coordinator will notify you when your organization's wave goes live.
- Phase 2 (FY28): .edu affiliations: Access will expand in waves to DOW users with a .edu email address. Additional timeline details will be shared closer to Phase 2.
- Phase 3 (TBD): Full access for remaining DOW-affiliated email addresses. Please note, this phase requires additional approvals. Deployment will depend on when those approvals are granted, how quickly the system changes can be implemented, and the outcomes of pilot testing. In the interim, we will offer a workaround to affected users. We appreciate your patience and understanding as we work toward full implementation.
How Rollout "Waves" Work:
Access within each phase is granted in staggered waves rather than all at once. Even if you hold an eligible .mil address, your command will be onboarded in coordination with your leadership. Specific wave schedules are communicated directly by component coordinators to ensure local support is in place before launch.
DOW Component Mentoring Programs
Uncertain about who to contact for mentoring information at your agency or interested in connecting with mentors outside your organization? The answers you're looking for are below. We've compiled a list of POCs for mentoring programs across the DOW. Check it out and reach out to them to discover more about the mentoring opportunities available to you.
CAAA (Crane Army Ammunition Activity)
DAF (Department of the Air Force)
DCMA (Defense Contract Management Agency)
DCSA (Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency)
DFAS (Defense Finance Accounting Service)
DHA (Defense Health Agency)
DIA (Defense Intelligence Agency)
DISA (Defense Information Systems Agency)
DOW OIG (Department of War Office of Inspector General)
DoN (Department of the Navy)
DTRA (Defense Threat Reduction Agency)
Ft. Gregg-Adams
MDA (Missile Defense Agency)
MSC (Military Sealift Command)
NAVAIR (Naval Air Systems Command)
NGA (National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency)
PRMA (Personnel Readiness Management Agency)
SSP (Strategic Systems Programs)
WHS (Washington Headquarters Services)
US Army Transformation and Training Command (T2COM)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How do I find a mentor right now?
Start immediately by reaching out to your component's POC listed in the DOW Component Mentoring Programs above. They will guide you through the component-level matching process.
How will I know when my organization is part of a wave?
Sit tight - we'll come to you! You do not need to request an account or monitor this website for wave dates. When your organization's wave opens, your Component Mentoring Coordinator will deliver an official announcement with direct login instructions straight to your inbox.
Will MentorConnect allow me to connect with mentors outside my own service branch?
Absolutely! That is a core feature of DOW MentorConnect! Once your wave opens, you can choose to connect with mentors within your own organization or expand your search to mentors participating from other DOW components.
Can I sign up as both a mentor and a mentee?
Yes, and we strongly encourage it! Mentorship is a two-way street. With MentorConnect, you can seek career guidance for your personal growth as a mentee while simultaneously paying it forward as a mentor to develop upcoming talent.
Can military personnel match with civilian employees (and vice versa)?
Yes, 100%! Service members and civilian teammates can partner up, unlocking fresh operational perspectives, mission-critical insights, and cross-functional leadership skills.
For More Information, please contact:
Email: dodhra.mc-alex.dcpas.mbx.dod-mentoring-resource-portal@mail.mil
Address:
Defense Civilian Personnel Advisory Service
4800 Mark Center Drive
Alexandria, VA 22350-1100