The Jewish Heritage Program is hosting its annual mentoring event this Wednesday. The event drew over 100 people last year, according to JHP Assistant Fellow Eugene Shevertalov, and is meant to to introduce students to mentors who can help them gain experience in their respective fields, point them toward internships, or even help them get post-graduation employment.
“It sounded like a great program and I was impressed by the names of other participants, many of whom I know and admire,” explained Sharon Pinkenson, the Executive Director of the Greater Philadelphia Film Office, in an e-mail. Pinkenson started as a JHP mentor in 2002, and participated through last year.
According to the JHP page on the event, some others involved include:

Pinkenson had only good things to say about her experience in the program, “I’ve met dozens of exceptional and interesting Jewish students and have been able to talk to them about my experiences and to help them make local connections.”
With her position in the Greater Philadelphia Film Office, Pinkenson helps students trying to break into the film industry, a notoriously-difficult field to break into. “We can really help them to get into the industry and I tell them how,” she said of the students that come to her.
Explaining what she gains out of being a mentor, Pinkenson wrote, “New Interns!!! And a warm fuzzy feeling.”
Providing advice for all students trying to make it, Pinkenson added, “Always have a positive attitude and don’t be afraid to ask questions. Expect to work hard to achieve your goals.”