Contact a careers adviser

• Access information sheets
• Search listings for job and volunteer roles
• View online workshop/webinar recordings
• Research and connect with employers looking to hire graduates in Australia and around the world with EmployerConnect
• Access virtual experience programs via Forage

Topics may include:

• Resumes
• Cover letters
• Interviews
• LinkedIn
• Networking
• Finding part time work
• Developing skills and experience

-  Access information sheets

-  Recordings on these topics can be accessed here

-  Big interview - online interview skill development and practice.

• Access information sheets
• Workshops and events around exploring career options are advertised on CareerHub
• The Career Summaries are based on the jobs and companies La Trobe graduates have gone on to work in, and the technical and transferable skills students can develop throughout their course.

La Trobe offers an extensive range of professional development activities both live and on demand that enhance your skills and points of difference you can offer employers.

• LinkedIn Learning modules (available in a variety of languages) – La Trobe students have free, unlimited access to curated LinkedIn Learning courses designed to help you develop Career Ready capabilities.
• Tailored workshop – Developing your employability while you study in Australia. Understand how to use Career Ready Advantage as a development tool. Be aware of what employers look for. Learn about virtual and in person professional learning and practical experiences available at La Trobe. Receive information on sourcing work experience and part time jobs.
• Tailored workshop - Preparing for the global job market. Discover the core principles of job seeking. Understand how to research employers and network using LinkedIn and other resources. Recognise the importance of a tailored and professional application that is relevant to your chosen market. Find resources which will support your job seeking.
• Tailored workshop - Developing Professional Communication Skills and Confidence . Hear from international students who share strategies & resources to help you communicate confidently in Australian workplaces.
• Workshops to assist in finding part time and casual work during your time at La Trobe (commencing at orientation). To see what’s on, visit the CareerHub Events page
• Industry events– La Trobe runs a comprehensive industry events program that provides students with many opportunities to connect with industry partners who are keen to engage with international students. Examples include:

Career Option panels- a series of discipline specific sessions where employers share learnings from their own careers paths, industry insights and opportunities for students in their sector/organisation.

Employer Showcase – meet and network with local and international employers and learn about graduate employment programs.

Pathway to Possibilities & Volunteering Expo - connect with employers to hear about part time work, summer vacation internships and volunteering opportunities.

Undertake professional and community based activities that will give you the skills and experience to set you apart from the crowd. Choose from virtual industry experiences, placements, volunteering, leadership programs and more!

• Industry Mentoring Program - Tailored matching for international students – connecting students to alumni/industry professionals from their home country or Australia.
• Virtual Industry Experience – La Trobe University offers international and domestic students the opportunity to enhance their employability skills by working on real industry projects through programs such as the Business Opportunity Accelerator (BOA). BOA is a 2 week virtual program where teams of students work collaboratively to solve a real industry challenge. Contact a member of the Industry Engagement team to find out which virtual industry experience programs are currently running.
• Placements – La Trobe university offers a range of industry experiences embedded in curriculum. All undergraduate students have the opportunity to undertake placement at La Trobe. Resources to support you to undertake placement are available here.
• Virtual Work Experience – La Trobe University has partnered with The Forage to give La Trobe students access to undertake free virtual work experience programs with top companies including: Commonwealth Bank, Microsoft, JP Morgan, Grant Thornton and Goldman Sachs.
• Volunteering –undertake volunteering experiences in the community and receive academic credit via Service Learning or volunteer at La Trobe and connect in with La Trobe’s Emerging Leaders program.
• Paid employment – La Trobe students can access part time, casual and graduate positions via a variety of platforms including CareerHub, Employer Connect and LockInU

Showcase your skills and experiences with a Career Portfolio – the final piece of the Career Ready Advantage!

Learn to develop high impact job applications for both global and Australian job markets. You will receive support to set your career goals, develop your CV and LinkedIn profile and get practice undertaking interviews.

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