RWJBarnabas Health Mentorship Program

RWJBarnabas Health’s first-ever system-wide Mentorship Program was created to support the career growth of our employees. Building on the success of our existing mentorship programs in pockets across RWJBarnabas Health – as one system, one family – this unified program expands on what’s worked well and is an opportunity to live our values of excellence, curiosity and teamwork for anyone, in any role.

This structured, six-month system-wide mentorship opportunity is designed to continue to strengthen organizational culture by fostering meaningful professional connections, identifying and developing high-potential team members, and creating structured pathways for career growth across the system.

For Aspiring Mentees

Are you in the self-reflection and career exploration phase of your career journey? As a mentee, you’ll have the opportunity to expand your professional network within RWJBarnabas Health, develop new skills, set meaningful goals and more – all aimed to help you grow with purpose and confidence in your career journey.

Mentee Eligibility Includes:

• Minimum one year of tenure with RWJBarnabas Health
• Willingness to engage in self-reflection and receive feedback
• Completion of a personal “Why Statement” (submitted within application)
• Approval from direct manager and HR confirmation of good standing
• Ability to commit at least two hours per month for a six-month period
• Participation in orientation and ongoing mentoring activities

Mentee Application

Submit your application and manager approval form by September 16, 2025.

For Dedicated Mentors

Are you a subject matter expert passionate about helping others grow? As a mentor, you’ll strengthen your leadership and coaching skills while inspiring and supporting the development of others.

 Mentor Eligibility Includes:

• Director level or above and minimum one year of tenure in current role (recommended)
• Demonstration of strong leadership skills and a commitment to developing others
• Approval from direct manager and HR confirmation of good standing
• Ability to commit at least two hours per month for a six-month period (with optional extension)
• Participation in orientation and ongoing mentoring activities

Mentor Application

Submit your application and manager approval form by September 16, 2025.