Get Involved as a UNT Alumni Volunteer with Braven!
Remember the mentors who helped you take your first big step after graduation? Now it's your turn to pay it forward!
Volunteer with UNT’s newest partner in student success — Braven, a national nonprofit dedicated to helping college students achieve strong post-graduation results — to support, mentor and guide current UNT students.
Learn more about how Braven Career Accelerator at UNT supports student success.
Why Volunteer?
Alumni have the opportunity to give back to current UNT students by sharing professional experiences and perspectives, as well as build meaningful connections with fellow alumni and community members.
All programs are virtual for volunteers with options for in-person touch points as needed.
Braven Opportunities for Alumni
Leadership Coach
Braven's highest-impact program.
Lead sessions with 5-8 students each week, facilitating parts of the virtual course as students build networking, communication, problem-solving and career-readiness skills. As a Leadership Coach, volunteers play a vital role in guiding UNT students as they build the skills, confidence and connections needed to launch their successful careers.
As a Braven Leadership Coach, you will:
- Mentor a small group of UNT students participating in the Braven x UNT Career Accelerator program
- Facilitate weekly virtual sessions focused on career readiness and leadership skills
- Provide encouragement, accountability and real-world insights
- Help students build confidence as they prepare for life after graduation
- This flexible virtual opportunity is designed for working professionals who want to make a difference
Time Commitment
Three hours per week time commitment (select dates in January-May or August-December).
Signups have closed for fall 2026. New opportunities will be available spring 2027.
Professional Mentor
Connect with a Braven student participant to offer one-on-one career guidance, share relevant experiences and help expand their professional network throughout the semester.
Time Commitment
1.5-hours per week time commitment (select dates in February-May or June and September).
Mock Interviewer
Help students sharpen their interview skills through a one-time or recurring mock interview. Provide feedback as well as best practices to prepare them for entering the competitive job market.
Time Commitment
2.5-hour time commitment (select dates in March and October).
Ready to Get Started?
Through your role as a Leadership Coach, Professional Mentor or Mock Interviewer, you're providing support that makes a meaningful and lasting impact. Sign up today and volunteer your time and expertise to support the next generation of Mean Green graduates!
Learn more about the opportunity and register today for an upcoming virtual information session.
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