Volunteering with WBS

Our alumni, are at the heart of what makes WBS what it is. Your expertise, your ambition and your willingness to give back are what keep this community growing, pushing boundaries and doing work that matters. Whether you're here to share what you know, or to tap into what others do, there's a place for you.

Volunteering can take many forms, and whatever you have to offer, we'd love to hear from you. Whether you can offer industry expertise, career insight, mentoring, recruitment opportunities or simply your perspective, your contribution matters. There are many ways to get involved, and opportunities to suit every level of commitment. Tell us what interests you, and we'll help you find the right way to support the WBS community.

Take a look at our Alumni Volunteer Guide here.

Set the Pace

In 2026, the University of Warwick launched the Set the Pace campaign. The goal? To raise £250 million and generate 20,000 acts of volunteering by 2030. With your support, we will challenge convention, forge more breakthroughs, shift thinking, and reshape tomorrow’s leaders for powerful change. Together, we will Set the Pace of Novel Energy, Fair and Sustainable Business, the Warwick Student Experience, Critical Arts, Peace Making, and Health Equity. Whether you wish to make a gift or give your time, you can find out more about the Set the Pace campaign here.

Mentoring at WBS

Mentoring runs through the entire school experience and beyond, connecting students and alumni. Drawing on decades of professional expertise across industries, geographies and leadership levels, alumni mentors support students and fellow graduates by sharing insights, challenging thinking and helping others navigate key decisions and opportunities.

We know that mentoring looks different depending on the person, the stage they're at and what they need right now. That's why our programme is built around flexibility, we offer a range of mentoring opportunities, from focused, one-off conversations to longer-term mentoring relationships. This allows students and alumni to access the right support, at the right time, in a way that works for them.

Mentor Partnerships
A structured 12-month mentoring relationship that provides dedicated support, guidance and accountability. Mentor Partnerships are designed for those looking to work towards longer-term personal or professional goals with the support of an experienced WBS alumni mentor.

Mentor Boost
Sometimes a long-term mentoring commitment isn't what's needed. Sometimes a fresh perspective, practical advice or an informed sounding board can make all the difference. Mentor Boost connects participants with an experienced WBS alumni mentor for a focused 45-60 minute conversation, helping them navigate a specific challenge, explore an opportunity or take their next step with confidence. Speak to your Careers Coach for more details.

Mentor Connect
Designed to support agile, accessible and self-directed mentoring, Mentor Connect enables students and alumni to make direct connections with Warwick and WBS alumni through the University's dedicated mentoring platform. Creating meaningful professional relationships that develop according to individual needs and interests. Find out more here.

Find out more
Interested in joining our community of WBS Alumni mentors? Email: alumni@wbs.ac.uk or join our LinkedIn community here.