Qatar National Library Murshidi Academic and Career Mentoring Program

Qatar National Library offers the Murshidi academic and career mentoring program for high school students preparing for university, early university students, and recent graduates seeking guidance. Sessions take place every Saturday from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the Main Plaza of Qatar National Library or online; the announcement does not state an application deadline.

About the Murshidi Mentoring Program

Participants can receive one-on-one guidance from mentors who are experienced professionals and educators. The program offers personalized advice on university applications, scholarships, career planning, and other academic or professional questions. Mentors also share practical insights on navigating academic and work environments, and help mentees develop approaches to their educational and career paths.

Mentors include people from Education City, its alumni network, and other institutions in Qatar. They volunteer their time and provide guidance and encouragement tailored to mentees’ goals. The program also gives participants an opportunity to connect with experienced professionals and leaders.

Meetings are scheduled every Saturday during the stated three-hour window. Mentees may meet at the Main Plaza of Qatar National Library or online. The announcement does not specify an overall program duration or a fixed number of sessions per mentee.

To request support, mentees complete the registration form and specify the subject or subjects for which they need assistance. They then select three to four potential mentors from the mentor list. Qatar National Library staff assign an appropriate mentor based on the information submitted, mentor availability, and the time required.

Participants are expected to be punctual and committed to scheduled sessions. Cancellations are discouraged, and missing appointments may affect future requests for mentorship sessions. Mentees and their families must communicate about mentoring matters exclusively through Qatar National Library staff. Direct contact with mentors outside scheduled sessions, including through their LinkedIn pages, is not permitted unless the mentor has given prior permission.

Those exploring other options can browse opportunities for young people and find related programs and events.

Who Should Apply

The program is intended for students approaching the transition from high school to university, students in the early stages of university, and recent graduates looking for career guidance. It may suit applicants who have questions about university applications, scholarships, or career planning and are ready to engage proactively with a mentor.

Key Highlights

• Provider: Qatar National Library.
• Weekly sessions every Saturday, 10:00 AM–1:00 PM.
• Meet in person at the library’s Main Plaza or online.
• Mentees identify their support topics and nominate three to four potential mentors.
• No application deadline is stated in the announcement.