Next Gen Alumni: Elevate. Connect. Thrive.

Our Alumni Program is built to keep Next Gen students supported beyond high school. Through professional mentorship, direct resources, and career-building opportunities, we ensure alumni have the tools to succeed—whether in college, vocational training, or the workforce.

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Young Professional Mentorship Program

As part of the Next Gen Alumni Program, this 12-week one-on-one mentorship opportunity connects young professionals with experienced industry mentors to provide personalized guidance, skill development, and networking opportunities.

Who can apply?

This program is exclusively for alumni of the Next Generation Men & Women program. If you were not part of our program, you are not eligible to participate.

How it works

Whether you’re looking to mentor and inspire the next generation or gain valuable industry experience as a mentee, this program is designed to create meaningful professional connections. Take advantage of this exclusive alumni benefit and apply today!

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Applications open on October 20th and  close on November 20th.

Get Matched

We’ll pair mentees with mentors based on industry preference and areas of interest.

Begin Your Journey

Mentor and mentee onboarding for the Spring 2026 Cohort training starts on January 14

Become a Mentor: Inspire, Guide, and Make an Impact

Become a Mentor

Open to our community and corporate partnering organizations. Are you an industry professional interested in developing the next generation of the workforce? Apply now to participate as a mentor in our 12-week Young Professionals Mentorship Program.

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Gain Experience, Build Connections, and Grow Your Career

Become a Mentee

Are you a graduate of Next Gen’s high school program and looking for hands on industry insight and guidance? Calling all Alumni to apply now to the 12 week Young Professionals Mentorship Program where you will receive an industry-specific mentor ready to help you achieve actionable goals towards your future!

Apply today!

Need financial assistance?

Program Resources

Resources to support Alumni Program operations and help alumni access available financial assistance and social services.

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Professional Opportunities

Highlights upcoming opportunities exclusively for eligible Next Gen Alumni, with new postings added regularly. Register or apply for any listings that align with your professional interests.

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Featured Alum

Charles Murray, GSU Class of 2026

2024 Graduate of South Atlanta High School
  • Next Gen Alum Class of 2018
  • Received his Bachelors degree in 
  • Participated in our Alumni mentorship program (cohort 1)
  • Professionally, seeking: 
    • Gain experience across multiple areas of marketing, including digital marketing, brand strategy, and consumer engagement, to develop a well-rounded skill set
    • Expand my professional network by building meaningful connections that support long-term growth and opportunity
    • Continuously strengthen my communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate and create impactful marketing strategies
    • Maximize every opportunity for personal and professional development while continuing to invest in and grow my own business ventures

NGMW Alumni Connect

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Welcome to The NGMW Alumni Connect — a private space for NextGen alumni to stay connected, support one another, and keep growing after graduation.

This group is where we’ll share job openings, mentorship opportunities, workshop and event announcements, and the wins (big or small) worth celebrating in our community. Whether you’re a recent grad or years into your career, this is your space to network, ask questions, offer guidance to those coming up behind you, and stay plugged into everything NextGen has going on.

Membership is by approval to keep this a trusted, alumni-only space.

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Contact Us

If you have any questions about the Alumni Program or Mentorship, please fill out the contact form below or reach out to Marian Rosario, our Alumni Engagement Manager.

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