KickStart Skills 4 Work 2009
Semester 2 Seminars - Available to all students
This program has concluded for 2009 and will resume on Monday 1 March 2010.
The semester 2 program listed here is a guide as to the type of seminars and workhsops you can expect next year.
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Semester 2, 2009 timetable
WHEN |
SESSION TITLE |
VENUE |
DESCRIPTION |
|---|---|---|---|
Monday 27 July 1:00-2:00pm |
Vacation Employment overview |
E.S.J. King Theatre, Medical Building |
Prepare yourself for the upcoming vacation employment recruitment activities. Learn all you need to know about vacation employment and recruitment programs. Also find out about other work experience options. |
Thursday 6 August, 1:00-2:00pm |
Targeting your Job Search |
Turner Theatre, Botany Building |
Are you applying for loads of jobs but not getting interviews? Where do you have the best opportunity for success in your job search? To achieve your goals you need to know what you have to offer and to find a good fit in the world of work. Listen to some strategies for effectively targeting your search for work. |
Monday 10 August, 1:00-2:00pm |
Employer Talkback: Job search in tough economic times |
Prince Philip Theatre, Architecture Building
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The current economic downturn has impacted graduate recruitment in many industries. A panel of employers and recruiters will discuss what this means for graduates seeking work in 2009/2010 and provide other tips that will help sidestep the recession. |
Tuesday 11 August, 1:00-2:00pm |
The latest on part-time and casual employment Download slides (PDF / 251KB) |
Wood Theatre, Economics & Commerce |
The value of work experience cannot be overestimated. In addition to supplying an income, it provides you with skills and experiences highly valued by graduate employers. |
Wednesday 12 August, 1:00-2:00pm |
Competitive job seeking strategies for global employment Download slides (PDF / 193KB) |
Laby Theatre, David Caro Building |
Learn how to make the most of networking, research and labour market analysis to ensure you secure a global career. This is particularly relevant for international students returning home and Australian students seeking work in the Asia-Pacific region. |
Thursday 13 August, 1:00-2:00pm |
Beyond Graduate Employment Programs: Download slides (PDF / 286KB) |
Turner Theatre, Botany Building |
Graduate Employment Programs are one way in which new graduates start their professional working lives. In this seminar we look at other employment for new grads. In particular we discuss “immediate start” jobs – what are they? Where and how they are found? And how do students prepare? |
Thursday 13 August, 1:00-2:00pm |
Adjusting to Australian Business Life – |
Theatre E, Old Arts |
Chuck Zhang, CPA Australia presents a personal reflection on his experience of moving from China to Australia, and his experience of adapting to Australian life and business culture. |
Monday 17 August, 1:00-2:00pm |
Winning Job Applications Download slides (PDF / 299KB) |
Theatre A, Old Arts |
Employers are looking for more than a degree, they’re looking for evidence of specific skills and qualities in their potential employees. This seminar will shed light on the key features of job applications and provides tips on how to stand out from the crowd by submitting applications that provide evidence of your skills and qualities. |
Tuesday 18 August, 1:00-2:00pm |
Accessing the Hidden Job Market |
James Hardie Theatre, Architectue Building |
If only 55% of University of Melbourne graduates surveyed found work through advertised positions, how did the rest of them find employment? Job hunting particularly in a challenging job market requires proactivity and creativity! Discover job seeking strategies you may not previously have thought of. |
Wednesday 19 August, 1:00-2:00pm |
Staying on - International students working in Australia Download slides (384KB / PDF) |
Theatre A. Elisabeth Murdoch Building |
This session will focus on the challenges facing international students seeking graduate employment in Australia while applying for PR or on a Skilled Graduate (485) or other temporary work visa. Jensen Ma -Specialist Immigration lawyer will speak about key job seeking strategies, the importance of being work ready, and will share his experiences recruiting and working with international students. He will also discuss the current challenges and trends in this area. |
Thursday 20 August, 1:00-2:00pm |
More Work Experience Options Download slides (192KB / PDF) |
Turner Theatre, Botany Building |
We explore further work experience options. While ‘formal’ programs such as Vacation Work are one option, there are many others – including course-related voluntary work, Student Work Placements, SIFE and SALP. The session will include a panel of students who have gained relevant work experience in these ways. |
Thursday 27 August, 1:00-2:00pm |
Interview Preparation Download slides (PDF / 238KB) |
Turner Theatre, Botany Building |
C&E provides an overview of the interview process and the various assessments you may encounter in your job search. |
Tuesday 8 September, 1:00-2:00pm |
Recession Beater: Australian Idle Survival Guide Download slides (PDF 235KB) |
Cuming Theatre, Chemistry Building |
Graduating soon and concerned about job prospects in the current economic climate? This seminar will provide you with practical actions you can take to ‘recession proof’ your career and help you succeed in the challenging job market. |
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