Empowering students for Career Success: Meet our Career Ready Ambassadors

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!

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.

Siri Chandana Lella

What campus do you study at: Bundoora

What course: Master of Civil Engineering

Why do you think being career ready is important: I believe that being career-ready complements a student’s skills in their field, making them competent in all aspects of employability. It fosters a deeper understanding of professional expectations in the industry and establishes supportive connections in the process. This preparation helps students present themselves with confidence during the job application process.

Your experience being a student at La Trobe: My experience at La Trobe gracefully met my expectations for a world-class university. It provided a safe space and numerous resources that were empathetic and supportive of international students’ situations. I gained incredible experience through the positions I held and events I took part in, which helped me develop personally and professionally.

Something from my bucket list/a place I would love to visit: Northern lights, Norway