Become an IMPACT Medical Student Mentor
Are you a McGovern Medical School student interested in mentoring the next generation of healthcare professionals? Join IMPACT (Inspiring Medicine, Professionalism, and Community Transformation) as a Medical Student Mentor!
IMPACT is a five-day summer program hosted by the McGovern Medical School Office of Professionalism that introduces high school students to medicine through hands-on learning, physician-led sessions, medical simulation, and professional development. As a mentor, you will help students explore careers in healthcare, navigate their questions about the path to medicine, and build confidence in their academic and professional goals.
What Does an IMPACT Mentor Do?
- Mentor high school students as they explore healthcare careers and consider their future pathways.
- Share your journey and offer insight into your experiences as a medical student.
- Support hands-on learning and engage students in program activities and discussions.
- Encourage professional growth by modeling communication, leadership, and professionalism.
Who Can Apply?
This opportunity is open to current McGovern Medical School students who are passionate about mentorship, education, and expanding access to healthcare career exploration.
Interested in Becoming a Mentor?
Complete the Medical Student Mentor Interest Form (external link) to share your interest in joining the IMPACT team. Submitting the interest form is the first step in the recruitment process. Additional information about the application, interview process, and next steps will be shared with interested students.
Help inspire the next generation of healthcare leaders through IMPACT!
Join us for an Information Session!
Thursday, January 28, 2027 | 12:00 PM – 1:00PM | MSB B.603