mentorship

American  

[men-tawr-ship, -ter-] / ˈmɛn tɔr ʃɪp, -tər- /

noun

1. the position or services of a wise and trusted counselor or senior sponsor, often in a particular field.

   Nearly a hundred graduate students received research training in his laboratory and benefited from his mentorship.

2. a relationship or arrangement with such a counselor or sponsor.

   To develop my writing craft, I’m currently undertaking a mentorship with a well-known fantasy writer.

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Etymology

Origin of mentorship

mentor ( def. ) + -ship ( def. )

Example Sentences

Finally, there is a call on Hollywood to create mentorship, scholarships and opportunities that expand access on all levels of the ecosystem.

From Los Angeles Times

And Hammerstein provided another crucial contribution to the development of the musical through his mentorship of an aspiring songwriter named Stephen Sondheim.

From The Wall Street Journal

“Each internal candidate is going through a rigorous preparation process, including mentorship from Mr. Iger, external coaching and engagement with all directors,” Disney said in its proxy.

From Los Angeles Times

Another nonprofit, Asian Refugees United, sponsors “weekly Queer Youth Art Storytellers programming, which combines youth mentorship, leadership development, and creative skill-building” to reduce substance abuse.

From The Wall Street Journal

Meanwhile, Bruins for Life will become a third-party alumni group and mentorship program.

From Los Angeles Times