Fairways
for your
future

Set sail for your future in marine research & underwater technology with our mentoring program

WHAT IS IT ABOUT?

Build your future – and one for all of us.

Our oceans need new ideas, technologies, and people who want to shape the future. ‘Fairways for your Future’ is aimed at female students in the natural and engineering sciences at the University of Rostock. The program opens doors to research, technology, and business – above and below the water.

WHAT TO EXPECT

Mentoring that propels you forward

For six months, a mentor will accompany you as a sparring partner. You’ll exchange ideas with other mentees, develop your next career steps in workshops, and receive valuable insights for your personal and professional growth. Another added benefit is the future integration into the Ocean Technology Campus Rostock – with additional networking opportunities and industry events.

Your mentoring is a blend of exchange, inspiration, and practical support – a program designed to empower you and open doors.

„I found the contact with the mentors extremely enriching. The lectures were also always very inspiring and I think they were well-chosen and highly relevant.”

“A big thank you to Julia and the Ocean Gender Team for this opportunity! I’m so glad I got to learn more about the field of marine research and technology here in Rostock. I feel welcomed, and this experience has helped me expand both my network and my ideas.”

“Through the program, I gained a lot of knowledge, grew personally, and met many amazing people. Thank you so much :)”

“Thank you! Through this program, I’ve found my future employer (even if indirectly).“

HOW DOES IT WORK?

Your path to the program

To apply, we need a motivation letter (max. one A4 page) and a resume (max. two A4 pages).
The application deadline for the 2025/2026 mentoring round is October 19, 2025. Seize the opportunity to be part of a unique mentoring program – and set sail towards your future.

Apply directly here

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Do you have any questions?

Rieke Soldwisch looks forward to your message!
Rieke Soldwisch (MA)
Project Assistant „PromOcean“
Ocean Technology Campus Rostock
+49 (0)381 498 1603
ocean_mentoring@uni-rostock.de

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The Ocean Technology Campus Rostock

The Ocean Technology Campus is a unique innovation ecosystem in Rostock that connects science, business, and research. In partnership with the University of Rostock, the Ocean Technology Campus brings new talent into the maritime industry with projects like »Fairways for your Future« and promotes innovations that align ecology and economy.

Fairways for
your future

Fairways for your Future is a mentoring program by the University of Rostock and the Ocean Technology Campus Rostock

Image Credits

– Kirstin Kastell (Woman with laptop in front of servers, women in front of hydrosonar)
– 40knots · André Berkmüller