Peer & Mentor Matching Automation
Client:
SCLA
Role:
Automation Developer
Year:
2025
Project Overview
SCLA is dedicated to empowering students to excel academically and professionally by providing leadership opportunities, mentorship, and career development support.
With a diverse and rapidly growing membership, SCLA needed a smarter, scalable way to connect students with the right peers and mentors to maximize their growth and engagement within the community.
Problem
Traditionally, the process of matching peers and mentors was managed manually or with semi-automated systems, which often led to inefficiencies and inconsistent results. Handling large datasets of member profiles made it difficult to ensure personalized and relevant matches.
Communication between matched members was not always consistent, and limited feedback collection reduced the ability to refine future matches. These challenges created friction in a process that was central to SCLA’s mission of fostering meaningful professional connections.
Solution
To address these issues, I designed an AI-powered automation workflow using n8n. The system integrated member data such as profiles, career goals, and preferences, and leveraged an AI-driven engine to generate personalized matches at scale.
Automated communication workflows managed introductions, reminders, and feedback collection, creating a seamless experience for both members and administrators. The solution ensured that every stage of the process from matching to follow-up was efficient, reliable, and adaptable to SCLA’s growing needs.
Impact
The automation had a significant impact on SCLA’s mentorship program. By removing the burden of manual coordination, staff saved valuable time that could be redirected toward strategic initiatives. The scalability of the workflow allowed SCLA to support a growing membership without adding operational overhead.
Most importantly, students experienced more personalized and relevant connections, which enhanced satisfaction, strengthened engagement, and supported their long-term academic and career development.
