iDMentorship365 connects students, residents, fellows and early-career professionals with experienced mentors in infectious diseases. The program supports mentees in exploring ID careers and expanding their networks while empowering mentors to give back and foster future leaders.
Participants benefit from curated programming, structured guidance and access to exclusive events — all designed to help grow the next generation of infectious diseases professionals.
Please note: Mentee slots are limited for the 2025–2026 cycle. Priority will be given to applicants based on training level, application strength and organizational partnerships.
Why Become a Mentee?
- 1:1 mentorship match
- Structured 12-month connection plan
- One-year electronic subscription to Clinical Infectious Diseases and The Journal of Infectious Diseases
- One-year membership in the Infectious Diseases Society of America
- Webinars on ID career pathways (e.g., academia, CDC, military, etc.)
- Clinical reasoning exercise at IDWeek
- Travel stipends available for eligible mentees
Why Become a Mentor?
- Flexible matching (up to two mentees)
- Mentor training webinar and downloadable handbook
- Recognition materials (certificate + letter template for CV/tenure)
- Professional development and networking opportunities
- Access to the exclusive Rising Leaders program (first six mentors)
Eligibility
All Applicants must be based in the U.S., Mexico, or Canada.Mentees
- Medical students (any year);
- Residents;
- Fellows;
- PharmD - students or residents;
- Advanced Practice Providers (NPs, PAs).
Mentors
- Senior Fellows (Year 2+);
- Junior Fellows;
- Post-ID fellowship professionals;
- Public Health professionals (e.g., epidemiologists, biostatisticians);
- Advanced Practice Providers (NPs, PAs);
- Doctors of Pharmacy (PharmD).
Residents and fellows may apply to serve as both a mentor and mentee.
Key Dates
| PHASE | DATE |
|---|---|
| Applications Open | June 30, 2025 |
| Applications Close | Aug. 4, 2025 |
| Mentor Selections Announced | Aug. 15, 2025 |
| Mentee Selections Announced | Aug. 22, 2025 |
| Mentor Training | Aug. 14 & 21, 2025 |
| Matches Announced | Sept. 22, 2025 |
| Rematch Period |
Sept. 23-29, 2025 |
| IDWeek Events (Luncheon & Happy Hour) | Oct. 19 & 20, 2025 |
Ready to Apply?
Mentee spots are limited! Apply today!
Questions?
Check out our FAQs or contact us at idmentorship365@idsafoundation.org.
“I personally love the idea of being mentors and mentees. Last year I was able to mentor one student who has an interest in ID, and it was a great experience. At the same time, I was mentored by one attending from New York University, and the experience was very positive. iDMentorship365 is a great space to ask questions, create relationships, expand networking and build a solid platform to boost our careers to where we want.”
- Bismarck Bisono-Garcia, MD, Fellows Subcommittee
