WELCOME Employability: Professional Career Start Strategies & Job Search Olivia Doyle 23 June 2015

Swinburne SCIENCE | TECHNOLOGY | INNOVATION | BUSINESS | DESIGN 2 Olivia Doyle International Student Advisor - Employability International Student Life Tel Katrina Sardellis Global Career Adviser Centre for Career Development Tel

Swinburne Aim To provide you with useful insights to build your employability and launch your professional career Themes -Communication -Networking for success -Career planning & research strategies -Job readiness -Job search strategies “learning to search outside the square” Overview of program

Swinburne Tuesday 23 June 9.30 amWelcome - Your professional career starts NOW 10 amGuest speaker: Issues impacting international student employment – Dr Cate Gribble amBreak 11 amJob search strategies (including LinkedIn) amWriting effective resumes and cover letters pmLunch 1.30 pm Guest speaker: Dr Mark Finn - Cross cultural communication strategies 2.15Interview skills 2.45 pmBreak 3 pmEmployer insights - Mr Kane Fetterplace, Managing Director Annex Holdings & Ms Sally Di Martino, Head of HR EISAI 3.30 pmSwinburne support services & close Program agenda

Swinburne Presentation slides can be accessed at: 5 UPDATE LINK Your professional career starts NOW

Swinburne SCIENCE | TECHNOLOGY | INNOVATION | BUSINESS | DESIGN Your professional career starts now 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’ Why you should focus on your career while at university

Swinburne SCIENCE | TECHNOLOGY | INNOVATION | BUSINESS | DESIGN 7 What is professional experience Professional experience is more than employment International student often align employability only with employment – it encompasses much more! You can demonstrate your commitment, skills, abilities by getting involved in a diverse range of events & activities

Swinburne Why your professional career starts now 8 It is challenging to find professional employment in Australia and internationally Make the most of the 2 + years at Swinburne to build your key employability skills Contacts / network

What skills and attributes do employers look for in a graduate….

Swinburne Employer expectations activity RankJumbled Key Selection Criteria Teamwork skills Aptitude Leadership skills Cultural fit Adaptable Communication skills Academic results Interpersonal skills Work experience Motivational fit SSourource

Swinburne Employer expectations activity  The survey results in the table have been jumbled  Work in pairs or with a group  Match the Key Selection Criteria to the correct rank by listing the corresponding numbers in the left-hand column (ranking 1 being most important to 10 being least important)

Swinburne Employer expectations activity - ANSWERS RANK Ordered Key Selection Criteria 1Communication skills 49% 2Academic results 24% 3Teamwork skills 22% 4Aptitude 22% 5Interpersonal skills 21% 6Leadership skills 20% 7Work experience 20% 8Cultural fit 19% 9Motivational fit 18% 10 Adaptable 14% Source: Graduate Outlook 2014, Graduate Careers Australia

Swinburne Australian employability skills The Australian government research has identified 8 key employability skills which are vital to work on during your studies:  Communication  Teamwork  Problem solving  Initiative and enterprise  Planning and organising  Self management  Learning  Technology

Swinburne International employer skills expectations 14

Swinburne Self reflection 15  Think about your own skills in these key areas  How do your skills compare?  How are you working to further develop your skills?  Do your own self assessment and put together a development action plan

Text line Swinburne 16 Announcing International Student SKILL DEVELOPMENT SEMINARS commencing Semester

Swinburne International student employability SKILLL development seminar series 17 Seminars Essential graduate employability skills to build your career  Soft skills employers expect  Tactics to build your skills while you study Communication skills for the workplace Meetings, phone calls, s 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:

Swinburne International student employability seminars Winter Term 18 SeminarWhen Building your own employability – entrepreneurial success stories ALUMNI GUEST SPEAKER PANEL  Ravi Bhatia Founder of Primus  Mick Saddler Managing Director Sopac IT Solutions  Ruben Ramdhony LANT3K IT Solutions Wednesday 1 July 3.30 – 5 pm Employability: Secrets of my career success with former Swinburne international students ALUMNI GUEST SPEAKER PANEL  Dro Poleg IT & Design  Wei Lei Long International business  Vicki Fengyi Marketing  Amrish Jusrut Accounting Thursday 9 July 3.30 – 5 pm Doctoral and masters research candidates: Career planning strategies to enhance your employability Thursday 23 July 3.30 – 5 pm Registration:

Meet Ella Chan Former international Master of IT student at Swinburne University Now Senior Business Analyst with large Australian consulting company While at uni Ella: >Really made an effort to understand the Australian community >Moved into a flat with local students >Attended lots of social events with Australians >Joined uni clubs- was Vice President of the IT Society >Barracked for a footy team >Part time job at McDonalds >Started own IT support business >Volunteer website developer for Hawthorn Community House >Joined group projects with local students >Joined Australian Computer Society and attended events >Developed strong IT skills – Excel, Access etc

Meet Anh Nguyen Former international Bachelor of Business student at Swinburne University Now part time accounts clerk still looking for full time professional employment While at uni Anh: >Focussed hard on his studies – gained a credit average >Lived with Vietnamese relatives >Worked part time in family Vietnamese restaurant >Played soccer in a Vietnamese student team >Joined uni group project teams with other international students

Which international student are you? What can you do to improve your employability?

Swinburne Guest speaker 22 Dr Cate Gribble Senior Research Fellow Centre Research Educational Futures and Innovation Faculty of Arts & Education Deakin University

JOB SEARCH STRATEGIES Employability: Professional Career Start Strategies & Job Search Olivia Doyle 23 June 2015

Text line Swinburne 24 Job search strategies for professional employment

Swinburne SCIENCE | TECHNOLOGY | INNOVATION | BUSINESS | DESIGN Your professional career starts now! 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’ Why you should focus on your career while at university

Swinburne SCIENCE | TECHNOLOGY | INNOVATION | BUSINESS | DESIGN 26 Job search Combination approach is best = Advertised + Non Advertised job opportunities

Swinburne SCIENCE | TECHNOLOGY | INNOVATION | BUSINESS | DESIGN  Advertisement on the internet 26%  Consulting family and or friends 15%  Using university careers service11%  Direct approach to an employer 9%  Using work contacts or networks 6%  An approach by an employer 7%  Careers fair or information session 6%  Other university source (such as faculties or lecturers) 5%  Advertisement in a newspaper or other print media 4%  Registering with an employment agency 4%  Via resume posted on the internet 1%  Other 7% Graduate Careers Australia 2012 **** Networking is vital! 27 Diverse graduate approaches to finding employment

Swinburne Professional job search strategies 28 As a general rule, companies do not advertise unless they really have to Companies advertise because they do not know of a suitable person So up to 80% of jobs are never advertised…. ……networking is the key

Swinburne SCIENCE | TECHNOLOGY | INNOVATION | BUSINESS | DESIGN Key steps for professional job search 29 Step 1Plan & research Revisit your career vision to gain clarity about the job and industries you wish to target The economic realities of the 21st century means you need an ideal plan of action plus a second and third option to help you achieve your career goals. Understand the market – where is there demand? Prepare your job search tool kit Step 2Explore all job possibilities Step 3Implement both pre & post graduation job search strategies

Swinburne SCIENCE | TECHNOLOGY | INNOVATION | BUSINESS | DESIGN 30 Pre graduation job search strategies

Swinburne SCIENCE | TECHNOLOGY | INNOVATION | BUSINESS | DESIGN Pre graduation job search 31  Ideally start graduate job search at the start of final year in line with Australian graduate recruitment cycle  Check out international graduate recruitment cycles (SE Asian cycle is from September)  Make connections and network – focus of this session

Swinburne SCIENCE | TECHNOLOGY | INNOVATION | BUSINESS | DESIGN Pre-graduation Internships / cadetships / vacation work 32  Many organisations have become more strategic in their approaches to graduate employment using internships / cadetships to ‘try before they buy’  This enables employers to gain much more insight into the suitability of a potential employee compared with the traditional recruitment process  Offers students opportunity to determine if the organisation matches their own values, interests and long term career aspirations  Many internships run during summer vacation period and are advertised mid year eg May onwards  Swinburne includes internship opportunities in a range of courses & as stand alone opportunities

Swinburne SCIENCE | TECHNOLOGY | INNOVATION | BUSINESS | DESIGN TAKE CARE - Internships 33 Internships should be paid unless they are: - with a not for profit organisation - part of a recognised study program - involve educational and learning outcomes for your benefit Before participating: - do thorough research - ensure the placement will be of benefit to you - be cautious of those for which you have to pay Fair Work Australia – useful fact sheet: obligations/pages/unpaid-work-fact-sheet

Swinburne SCIENCE | TECHNOLOGY | INNOVATION | BUSINESS | DESIGN Pre-graduation insight programs 34 Some organisations offer structured insight programs to showcase opportunities Follow organisations of interest to you on social media & websites to check what may be on offer EXAMPLE PwC Technology Academy is a one to two day development program that gives practical experience and exposure to our technology teams. The program is open to students currently studying a technology- related degree. Students build their employability, technical and commercial skills and get an understanding of where a technology career at PwC could take and get the opportunity to expand networks with business leaders OPEN TO INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

Swinburne SCIENCE | TECHNOLOGY | INNOVATION | BUSINESS | DESIGN Part time / casual / contract / temp employment related to your study discipline 35 Great way to enhance your experience and build useful networks for the future Sourcing tips: -Networking with lecturers, professional associations -Register with employment agencies -Create opportunities with current hospitality etc employer  Eg bookkeeping, website, flyers, recruitment, policy manuals etc -Job databases eg SwinEmploy, Seek, Spot Jobs, Hippo etc -Volunteering with not for profit organisation in a career related role

Swinburne SCIENCE | TECHNOLOGY | INNOVATION | BUSINESS | DESIGN Graduate programs -Structured professional development programs in large organisations for new graduates -Applications usually submitted a year in advance Graduate positions -Individual positions offered by organisations of all sizes to students who are soon to graduate/have finished their studies -Advertised on job boards, company websites or social media **Often difficult for international students to compete 36 Graduate Jobs

Swinburne SCIENCE | TECHNOLOGY | INNOVATION | BUSINESS | DESIGN Be creative - network 37 Actively look for opportunities to make connections and gain experience  More networking tips at end of session

Swinburne SCIENCE | TECHNOLOGY | INNOVATION | BUSINESS | DESIGN 38 Post graduation job search strategies

Swinburne SCIENCE | TECHNOLOGY | INNOVATION | BUSINESS | DESIGN Post graduation job search strategies 39 ‘In the past many graduates could expect to have an entry level, full time position in their field by the end of the summer after graduation, however, the current economy is still recovering and many recent grads will have a longer search’ GRADUATE RECRUITER, ENGINEERING INDUSTRY TIPS  Finding a job, is a job in itself  Adopt a systematic approach incorporating quality, tailored formal applications and networking  Keep a logical job search record sheet  Be creative about the roles you target  SMEs offer great opportunities for international students  Look for pathway positions  Remember your first job won’t be your last

Text line Swinburne Thinking outside the square Tapping into the hidden job market -Don’t target large corporations with PR restrictions! -Find your niche market and role through research Target key companies Tailor skill set & resume to skills needed -Be flexible and take opportunities or risks -Manage your / family expectations

Swinburne Identify links via: Australia China Business Council Australian Chinese Association Australian Malaysian Business Council Australia India Business Council – Vic Australia Vietnam Business Council Australian Chamber of Commerce - Eg Singapore, Korea, Japan, Hong Kong, Beijing Large multinational companies may also be more likely to employ you via your home country Target organisations with links to your home country

Swinburne 42 Career options Don’t restrict your career choices to Australia or your home country You are a global citizen in a global job market Gain maximum value from your work experience in the early years of your career Don’t waste time on low value added employment – first 3 – 5 years is a key period to lay the foundations of your career

Swinburne -The Age – esp. Saturdays -The Australian – national focus -The Financial Review – more specialist / senior -Specialist industry publications -Regional papers Print media

Swinburne Job search databases 44  A lot of competition when applying for widely advertised positions  Typically used Australian databases  Seek  GradConnection  Unigrad  GradAustralia  Jobseeker  Monster  Australian Jobsearch

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Swinburne 47 Also includes: -Resume / cv guidelines -Interviewing advice -Work permits & visas -Cultural advice

Swinburne -Recruit candidates for jobs on behalf of employers -Are paid by employers -Have a database of candidates – so may not always advertise -Recruit for full time, part time, contract, casual jobs -Refer to CCD website for agency listed related to your studies Eg Hays, Talent2, Mosaic -Often specialise in certain areas Eg IT, Accounting, Marketing, Logistics, Trade etc Recruitment / employment agencies

Swinburne SCIENCE | TECHNOLOGY | INNOVATION | BUSINESS | DESIGN Useful graduate employment sources 49 Employment fairs  The Big Meet  Held each March & features over 100 employers  Professional Association Fairs  Engineers Australia held March / April & features over 70 employers  CPA Accounting fair Grad Connection Job search platform connecting employers and students Employment guides & websites Graduate Opportunities Unigrad Whirlpool Online graduate discussion forum

Swinburne SCIENCE | TECHNOLOGY | INNOVATION | BUSINESS | DESIGN Discipline specific job search websites 50 Accounting/Finance  efinancial careers Social Science/Psychology  Job seeker  Ethical jobs Design/Media  Pedestrian TV  The loop

Swinburne SCIENCE | TECHNOLOGY | INNOVATION | BUSINESS | DESIGN Discipline specific job search websites 51 Engineering/Aviation  Eng Jobs Human Resource Management  Jobs in HR Science  New Scientist

Swinburne SCIENCE | TECHNOLOGY | INNOVATION | BUSINESS | DESIGN Consider opportunities in regional and rural areas – can expand your career development and employment options Additional visa availability

Swinburne Networking – the essential career skill 53

Swinburne Why network?  “Networking accounts for about 87% of business in the marketplace, yet many people continue to neglect networking and fail to see it as a vital business and career building skill” Henderson, How to Master Networking  Great way to research industry / positions, get introductions and advice  Networking can uncover ‘foot-in-the-door’ opportunities: work experience, casual/part-time, temp employment  Demonstrates initiative, drive and a positive attitude  Power to market yourself proactively to the job you want

Swinburne International student networking event 55 Thursday 20 August Meet employers from diverse fields and gain insights into the Australian workplace Pre-event ‘Networking Strategies’ seminar Date TBC Register:

Swinburne 56 The way a typical employer prefers to fill a job The way a typical job seeker prefers looking for a job within From within the company Using their networks Using an agency Using their networks From within the company Placing a job advertisement Responding to a job advertisement Perspectives on the recruitment process

Swinburne Job search skills for professional employment LinkedIn Facebook Why? All have functions for job search, uploading applications and getting in touch with people who can help get you on the track to a brilliant career Centre for Career Development can advise on your LinkedIn profile Social networking

Text line Swinburne Job search for professional employment Membership based organisations that represent their members in an industry / occupation Great networking opportunities Eg Australian Computer Society, Institute of Engineers, CPA Great benefits: Tax deductible Keep you up-to-date Demonstrate your interest / passion Career resources Conferences / meetings Student memberships and sub groups Magazines Friendships and social activities 58 Professional associations

Swinburne You approach employers directly! But first do your RESEARCH Advantages Target your dream employers Less competition Demonstrates initiative Contact can be made via: Telephone Social media In person Disadvantages Time consuming Low success rate Requires confidence and strong oral skills Practice before ringing 59 Unsolicited employer applications / ‘cold calling’

Swinburne Job search skills for professional employment -Approach organisations you are interested in / have knowledge of -Referrals are useful -Identify a key contact – eg via LinkedIn -You need to be professional in your contact -Expect some rejection -Always send a ‘tailored’ cover letter and resume -Follow up via telephone or 60 Cold calling tips

Swinburne -Involves speaking with people currently in a job, organisation or field that interests you -Develops your network of contacts -Helps you make informed decisions about your career and the related industry -Provides an opportunity for your to impress potential employers -Get recommendations of who to contact from lecturers or via Professional Associations, friends or family Informational interviewing

Swinburne SCIENCE | TECHNOLOGY | INNOVATION | BUSINESS | DESIGN 62 Final job search tips Start early! It takes initiative, persistence, motivation and adaptation to find the job you want – more often than not, it won’t just fall in your lap! Politely ask for feedback from employers on why you didn’t make the cut If you don’t get that first job – or the second, fifth, even tenth – don’t give up! You’re not the only one who has struggled

Swinburne Questions / share your experiences?