ASK Volunteer Handbook

The ASK Volunteer Handbook provides an overview of the ASK program, its services, and your role in making the program a success. The manual is intended to keep your skills sharp and your resources up-to-date.

View segments of the Volunteer Handbook by clicking on the related links in the table of connects or request a hardcopy by email.

ASK Overview
- Program Highlights
- Mission, Vision, and Values
- Volunteering as a Mentor
- ASK Communications
eRecruiting: Your Volunteer Profile
Career Mentoring
- Common Mentee Questions
- Handling Difficult Questions
- Mentor Best Practices
Practice Interviews
Guest Speaking
Job Support
Other Opportunities
Talking Points

DePaul Resources

NEWS & EVENTS

ASK Breakfast: Dreaming Big, Achieving Bigger December 15, 8am - 9am, Loop Campus

Career Forum for International Students January 12, 2pm - 4pm, Loop Campus

ASK Breakfast: Success @ Social Sites January 19, 8am - 9am, Loop Campus

See all News & Events

“I think this program is so beneficial for alumni and current students of DePaul and its community. Thanks again!”
Volunteer, Practice Interview Reception, 2005

"[I learned that] my skills from my major are applicable in more places than what is specified by the area of interest.”
Career Forum for Liberal Arts & Sciences Participant, May 2006

"Thank you so much for the encouragement at the DePaul Job Fair. I know I need to do some "homework"… before jumping into [HR]. Talking to Jacqueline Benitez… was an excellent idea."
Alumna, Job Fair Participant, Fall 2005

"Thanks… for all the fine work… the ASK folks do! I think ASK adds a dimension to DePaul that a lot of other schools just can’t compete with! Keep up the good work!”
Alumna Panelist and Career Mentor, Fall 2005

"I appreciate the small-group discussions. I learned from my own questions and questions from others.”
Conversations on Diversity” Roundtable Participant, February 2006

"I am a great admirer of ASK. Thank you for your work!”
Faculty Member, School for New Learning

"Having the opportunity to sit one on one with several members of the acquisition, treasury and accounting departments allowed for a better understanding of the process involved…”
Undergraduate Student, College of Commerce
Job Test Drive Participant

"It was interesting [learning] about her experiences… She gave me the advice of ‘going the extra mile.’ Overall, I enjoyed it and will definitely use the program to build my network and gain insight into my future career path.”
Junior Communications Student on mentor connection

"I’m very excited about [practice interviews] provided by ASK. I realize one cannot only become more confident through the practice, but also can get instant feedback [on] both your strengths and weaknesses.”
International Student, Practice Interview Participant 2006

"Thank you so much for the practice interview. I never knew how I could improve my interviewing skills. It really helped not only to prepare me, but to build my confidence."
Undergraduate Student

"It was much easier to connect with [my mentor] on a personal and professional level because he is a DePaul alumnus…”
Undergraduate Student

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