What were your expectations for the Mentoring Program?

I joined the program hoping to be paired with a mentor who could help me connect my engineering background with finance and real estate, and give me a realistic sense of how to build a professional path in North America. I was looking for candid, first-hand guidance rather than generic advice.

How did this experience impact you?

Under Prof. Pettenuzzo's guidance I gained a much clearer understanding of my career goals and how i want to pursue them. He generously opened doors by connecting me with professionals across industry and academia. The conversations turned an international career from an abstract idea into a concrete, reachable goal and a valuable support.

Why would you recommend the ISSNAF Mentoring Program?

Because it gives you direct, personal access to accomplished mentors who invest real time in your goals, share honest advice, and expand your network on both sides of the Atlantic. Few programs offer students such practical, generous mentorship from people who have built successful careers in North America.