Within the scope of the DENEYAP Türkiye Project, carried out in line with the National Technology Initiative vision, project mentors play a key role in supporting students as they develop skills such as teamwork, problem solving, analytical thinking, and production-oriented approaches during their technology journey.

If you would like to share your knowledge and experience with young people, guide them throughout their project development processes, and contribute to raising the technology producers of the future, you can take part as a Project Mentor at DENEYAP Makers Labs.

Who Can Apply?

• Teachers, engineers, and bachelor’s degree graduates with technical knowledge in engineering, basic sciences, and technology fields

• Undergraduate and graduate students studying in these fields

• Professionals working in technology and R&D sectors

• Undergraduate students who have reached the finals in TEKNOFEST or TÜBİTAK competitions

• Students who are part of T3 Foundation scholarship programs

Project mentors at DENEYAP Makers Labs will guide students during their project development processes, lead team collaborations, and contribute to the emergence of innovative ideas.

Project Mentor Selection Process

Candidates who wish to serve as project mentors at DENEYAP Makers Labs are required to follow the announcements and complete their applications via www.deneyap.org.

After the application phase, candidates will go through several evaluation and selection stages. During this process, candidates’ technical competencies, project experience, and ability to work with students will be assessed.

1. PRELIMINARY EVALUATION

Based on the information provided in the project mentor application form, candidates are evaluated according to competencies such as previous participation in competitions, experience in report writing, and project development processes.

2. FACE-TO-FACE EVALUATION

Candidates are interviewed by the evaluation committee either in person or via video conference.

3. PROJECT MENTOR TRAINING

Candidates who successfully complete the project mentor training are designated as final project mentors and assigned to the relevant DENEYAP Makers Labs in their respective provinces.

To submit your application, please click the Application Link.

To access Frequently Asked Questions about the Teams Period, please click the FAQ Link.
 

Application Deadline: 27 March 2026