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LINs mentorprogram

Mentoring program connecting highly qualified immigrants with experienced professionals to support their integration into the Norwegian labour market, with documented results.

Who is it for?

Highly qualified immigrants and volunteer mentors

About the program

LIN's mentoring program pairs highly qualified immigrants with experienced working professionals to strengthen participants' paths into the Norwegian labour market. The program is built on personal guidance and network building between mentor and mentee, and emphasizes practical support in job seeking, networking and career choices in Norway.

Results

The program shows concrete effects for participants: 70% of this year's mentees have obtained relevant employment, an internship or started further education, and 90% say they have increased confidence that they can find work in their field in Norway.

Who participates

Mentees: Highly qualified immigrants who want to enter employment or further education in Norway.
Mentors: Volunteer professionals, often managers and specialists who share experience, networks and practical guidance. Past mentors have come from among others If Gjensidige, Nordea, UNICEF, Kirkens Nødhjelp, LPO Arkitekter, Kreftforeningen, Ardoq, Etisk Handel, CREO, Folkeakademiet and Millum.

What participants gain

Network contacts and insight into the Norwegian labour market.
Practical advice and support in job searching and career decisions.
Increased self-confidence and belief in their opportunities within their profession in Norway.

The program depends on the efforts of volunteer mentors and demonstrates how guidance and networks can concretely contribute to employment, internships or further studies for highly qualified immigrants.