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International Student Employability Seminar
9 July 2015
Secrets of my career success
GUEST SPEAKER PANEL
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Olivia DoyleInternational Student Advisor - Employability
Swinburne
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Olivia Doyle
International Student Adviser – Employability
International Student Life
Tel 9214 8248
Swinburne International Student Life Employability
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Specialist support for international students aiming to work in partnership with you to develop your employability
Provide professional insights and guidance
Connect you with programs, events and activities to advance your professional career internationally and in Australia
Employability road map – a professional development guide for each stage of your Swinburne student life cycle
More details: www.swinburne.edu.au/student/international/employability
Swinburne International Student Life Employability
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Monthly Employability News
Regular program of employability seminars
Skill development seminars
Job Club – launching semester 2
Student appointments
Networking events
Cross cultural events
Swinburne International student employabilitySKILLL development seminar series
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Seminars Essential graduate employability skills to build your career
Soft skills employers expectTactics to build your skills while you study
Communication skills for the workplace Meetings, phone calls, emails and other communications in a professional setting Polish your verbal communication style Contemporary business writing principles
Enhancing your performance in work teams Strategies for working effectively in teams
Business skills & etiquette Navigating the modern workplace
Using emotional intelligence in the workplace Strong emotional intelligence is a key to business and career success Interact effectively with others Develop strong relationships Manage conflict Personal motivation
Registration: www.swinburne.edu.au/student/international/careers
Swinburne
SCIENCE | TECHNOLOGY | INNOVATION | BUSINESS | DESIGN
Upcoming events
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Doctoral & masters research candidates
Career planning strategies to enhance your employability3.30 – 5 pm Thursday 23 July 2015
Speed networking event4.30 – 6.30 pm Thursday 20 August 2015
(Bookings open soon)
Swinburne Secrets of my career success
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The current graduate job market is challenging both internationally and in Australia
This session aims to give you insights into the career planning strategies and tips of international students who have successfully established professional careers
Look for themes:
Creativity in gaining professional experience
Persistence
Strong communication skills
Networking
Using time as a student to build employability
Swinburne Secrets of my career success
It’s not easy to find professional employment in Australia in the current crowded employment market
‘International students are too focused on their studies and think about careers and employment too late in the careers lifecycle.’
Rob Lawrence, Improving the employment outcomes of international students’ 2013
‘Professional experience provides a point of differentiation in highly competitive global labour markets.’
Blackmore et al, Australian international graduates & the transition to employment’ 2014
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Why you should focus on your career while at university
Swinburne
SCIENCE | TECHNOLOGY | INNOVATION | BUSINESS | DESIGN
Introducing some of Swinburne’s alumni
GUEST SPEAKER PANEL
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Mr Dror Poleg
Ms Wei Lei Long
Ms Vicki Fengyi
Mr Amrish Jusrut
‘Secrets of My Career Success’
International Student Seminar
Thursday 9 July 3.30 pm
Swinburne University of Technology, Hawthorn Campus
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• How it all started
• Career Journey
• Challenges at the start
• Things you might wish to know
• Permanent Residency
• Networking
• Internship
• Professional membership
WHO I AM
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• Melbourne Australia, Public high school 2001
• 2004 – 2006
• Graduated Bachelor of Business from Swinburne in 2009
• Completed post-grad study in 2010
HOW IT ALL STARTED…
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• Student observer at a Sustainability Roundtable Discussion in Sydney for the NGO in 2010, involved Ministerial level government representatives from China and Australia and many well-known Australian listed company CEOs
• Volunteer at the start
• Send the Secretary General my CV after, seeking a chance to take part on their work in Melbourne
• Went to their office for a ‘chat’
• 1 month later, I got a call from them!
CAREER JOURNEY
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• NGO, China Program Assistant, 2010 – 2012
• Country liaison role
• Program management
• Sponsorship & Partnership
• Strategy & Policy
• Investment & Law Practice, Advisory & Marketing , 2012 onwards
• Marketing & Communications
• Business Development
• Transaction Advisory & Support
CHALLENGES AT THE START
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• Unfamiliar with Australian corporate workplace
• Big Corporations vs Private Companies
• Decision-making process
• Professional corporate communication skills
• Write plain English
• Be as clear as you can
• Record keeping
PERMANENT RESIDENCY
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• A MUST have criterial for some jobs out there
• Yes, it is important but definitely NOT employer’s only concern
• Why they care?
• Uncertainty of you leaving your job out of sudden
• What to do about it
• Ensuring your potential employer that you have a work permit
INTERNSHIP
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• Promote yourself!!
• Get yourself an internship opportunity with a company relevant to your area of study
• Talk to university career advisors
• Internship is far more important than you can imagine in the first few years of your career
NETWORKING
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• Very important!
• Potential referral opportunities
• Face to face
• Talk to people who are in the company you wish to get in
• Online, be connected with people!!
• Use social media
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIP
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• A chance to meet players in the field!
• Networking opportunities
• Stay on top of industry trends and regulation changes
• Business development opportunities
ADVICE
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• Be honest on your CV
• Always follow up with people you have had a business conversation with
• Take notes!
• Write a follow up email on topics you have discussed briefly, or an topic you are highly interested to participate
• Let them know what you can bring to them!
• Always negotiate on your package!!! Don’t be afraid to ask for a higher salary at the start.
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GOOD LUCK!
Secrets of my career successAmrish Jusrut
9 July 2015
Overview of my career in 3 phases
Preparing my career on campus
My transition from study to employment
Turning degrees into dollars How you can prepare Tips for career success
1st & 2nd Years
International Student Representative
Editor, Tabula Rasa Magazine
Co-founder, SISA
Media Officer
3rd & Final Years
University Council member
Resident Advisor
Tutor – Faculty of Business
Senior Resident Advisor
Career preparation
Melbourne 2006 Commonwealth Games
15th Asian Games, Doha, Qatar, Middle East
The transition
Special Projects Coordinator15th Asian GamesQatar, Middle East
Recruiter, Melbourne 2006 Commonwealth Games
Athlete’s Village Coordinator
Turning degrees into dollars
NAB Wealth – Graduate Program
Corporate Banking
Commercial Banking
ANZ Priority
Prepare for employment while you are still studying Become really good at being interviewed Get internships Do voluntary work Never be intimidated Imagine success
Transition from study to employment
Be a learner, always outperform and be available Appearance, attitude and actions are critical You need to be viewed as a positive person – work on your brand Give 110%, but not at the expense of your health or family life Adapt and stand out You were hired to solve problems. Make your boss look good Always be fair, but expect unfairness Know when you keep your mouth shut Keep social media clean.
Tips for career success
Thank you for your attendance
Olivia Doyle
International Student Advisor – Employability
Tel 9214 8248
Email [email protected]