La Trobe’s Career Ready Ambassadors are here to help you get Career Ready!
If you’ve got career-related questions burning in your mind, our Career Ready Ambassadors at La Trobe University are here to help!
Our Career Ready Ambassadors can help you access employability opportunities, connect to the right information, employability programs, and resources and support you may need, in person and online.
Whether you’re still figuring out what you want to do or you’re ready to take the next step, the Career Ready Ambassadors have got your back.
The Career Ready Ambassadors are available via a pop-up service on campus and online. Check out where they are next on Career Hub.
Say hello to your Career Ready Ambassadors!
Emily Ritoli
What campus do you study at: Melbourne (Bundoora)
What course are you studying: Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of Biomedicine
Why do you think being career ready is important: Being career ready prepares you for a future beyond university studies. It involves learning new concepts whilst building on your existing skills, knowledge and attitudes. This learning prepares you for long-term success in the professional industry. Taking your time to become career ready is an exciting and worthwhile opportunity to embark on during your studies to enable you to enter to professional world with confidence!
Your experience being a student at La Trobe: My time at La Trobe has provided me with a rewarding experience both academically and personally. Taking advantage of the resources and experiences La Trobe offers has given me experience that I can leverage on in everyday life as well as professionally. I believe that La Trobe has supported me throughout challenges and overall, supported my personal journey during this time.
Something from my bucket list/a place I would love to visit: Do an African safari
Jinhyun Son
What campus do you study at: Bendigo
What are you studying: Bachelor of Dental Science
Why do you think being career ready is important: Being career ready is important because it prepares students to enter the professional world with confidence and assurance. By developing various skills, gaining experience, and understanding the industry, being career ready opens doors to many more opportunities and a chance for personal growth!
Your experience being a student at Latrobe: My experience at La Trobe has been enriching and transformative. The wonderful campus community, diverse support programs and services (like the Career Ready program wink*) have provided me with the chance to continuously grow both personally and professionally. Overall, my time at La Trobe has been invaluable, shaping me into a confident and capable individual.
Something from my bucket list/a place I would love to visit: I would love to go to Antarctica some day!
Tanisha Dua
What campus do you study at: Bundoora
What course are you studying: Masters of Financial Analysis
Why do you think being career ready is important: Career readiness is an evolving skill set that requires patience and consistent practice. It’s not something you achieve overnight but rather a journey you embark on while studying at the university. Gradually honing your skills ensures you’re well-prepared to ace interviews and excel in your chosen career path.
Your experience being a student at La Trobe: Reflecting on my experience at La Trobe as an international student, I’ve been grateful for the immense support I’ve received. The university offers a plethora of resources and support services dedicated to assisting students. I encourage everyone to take advantage of these valuable resources to enhance their academic journey and overall experience.
Something from my bucket list/a place I would love to visit: The Inca trail leading to Machu Pichu.
Tharidhu
What campus do you study at: Melbourne (Bundoora)
What course are you studying: Bachelor of Global Studies majoring in International Relations and Sustainability
Why do you think being career ready is important: Something that we all know is how competitive and challenging the job market is presently. The job market is ever evolving and despite academic prowess, students struggle to satisfy the necessary skills of the job market. Thus, being career ready is absolutely important because it prepares you towards the needs of the job market. Personally, being career ready to me signifies understanding your skillset and best suiting it to the job that you market and knowing where you want to see yourself and doing what you love following the completion of your studies!
Your experience being a student at La Trobe: Taking a look at my experience, I can guarantee that La Trobe University has certainly helped me grow academically and professionally. From countless internship opportunities like being a Blue Security Intern at the ASEAN-Australia Summit 2024 to being an Intern at the Parliament of Victoria have been possible courtesy of La Trobe’s internship opportunities. As someone that desires to push himself day in and day out, La Trobe has provided me with that window to come forward and be the best version of myself!
Something from my bucket list/a place I would love to visit: I’d love to visit the Grand Canyon National Park