E-mentoring By Monica Novotny HomePage Web and Technology Editor, MSNBC E-mentoring is a great way for someone to find a mentor or become one, using the internet. The relationship is created and nurtured via e-mail, making it easy for people to do on their own schedule. It’s easy, convenient and rewarding for everyone involved! Here are a few of the e-mentoring sites we mentioned on HomePage.

			www.MENTORING.org        This is the web site of the National Mentoring Partnership. It lists specific mentoring resources for your state and community. Of course, online mentoring can happen with someone from almost anywhere, but if you like the idea of a face-to-face meeting, these local links might appeal to you. The cost is $39.00 to join, and you need to have an e-mail account.         www.NETMENTORS.org        This site helps junior high and high school students of various geographic, economic, cultural and educational backgrounds develop career aspirations by enlisting the support of over 500 experienced industry professionals entirely through the Internet. If you’re a student, register as a NetProtege, and then access information on over 50 careers in arts, business, science, and many others. When you’re ready, send a message to professionals about whatever career question you have. Simply select the career, type in your message and click ‘send’. Within 48 hours up to 3 NetMentors will respond with answers.         www.PEER.CA/MENTOR        This Canadian site is a membership-based service provided by Peer Resources, a non-profit, educational corporation specializing in the development of peer, coach and mentor programs. The site features a 15-question test that allows you to determine your “mentor quotient.” They also claim to have “the largest and most comprehensive peer, coach and mentor database in the world.” The annual fee is $21 for students, $54 for individuals.