GO For It! Autumn 09
Welcome to the Autumn 2009 edition of GO For It!, the Graduate Opportunities e-zine. In this issue: information on several exciting graduate programs, profiles on graduates in a host of industries, upcoming application deadlines, tips on job searching during economic downturn, job interview techniques and much more!
Happy reading!
The GO Team
GO For It! Poll Question
The global economic downturn is affecting job markets and industries everywhere.
In our new GO For It! poll question, we'd like to know whether you think the global economic situation will impact your ability to find a position in a graduate/undergraduate program.
High Voltage Careers with TransGrid
Daniel Burn has been working for TransGrid since he finished his Bachelor of Electrical Engineering (Power) at Sydney University two years ago. When he goes home every night he switches his lights on along with thousands of other people across the state.
The only difference is that Daniel helps to make it happen.
How many places can you say play a part in a billion dollar investment program?
Rewarding Careers with DAFF
The Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry (DAFF) aims to foster agriculture, fisheries, food and forestry industries that are more competitive, self-reliant and innovative. We strive to ensure that natural resources are sustainably managed and used. We also support our primary industries with scientific advice and economic research, work to increase their access to markets and help protect them from diseases.
Graduate Job Search Strategies in an Economic Downturn
The impact of the global economic crisis is being felt across all industries and employment levels. In our recent Virtual Careers Fair, we answered your questions about how best to go about your job search during this period of downturn. This guide may help you further in your search!
Read more about Graduate Job Search Strategies in an Economic Downturn
Jump Start Your Career with WorkSafe Victoria
WorkSafe Victoria is the manager of Victoria's workplace safety system.
When you work at WorkSafe Victoria, you're helping to protect and improve people's lives. Whether your role involves the prevention of workplace injuries, or assisting injured workers return to work safely, you can honestly say you're making a difference. No matter what role you are in, you're part of a team that delivers high quality services to the Victorian community.
Read more about Jump Start Your Career with WorkSafe Victoria
Hands-on experience with Monadelphous
Leading Australian engineering group, Monadelphous, is well known as a place where graduates can gain invaluable hands-on experience. With an enviable reputation for the delivery of safe, reliable and cost-effective engineering service solutions to its customers, the company provides construction, maintenance and industrial services to the resources, energy and infrastructure sectors.
Behavioural-Based Interviewing: A Guide to Success
Job interviews are difficult processes for both the employer and the prospective employee. Employers want an efficient, informative method by which to ascertain if a candidate is suitable for a position. Behavioural-Based Interviewing (BBI) is an increasingly popular method used in hiring. This basic guide can help you through this important process.
Read more about Behavioural-Based Interviewing: A Guide to Success
ASIS: Extraordinary Jobs for Extraordinary People
ASIS is Australia’s overseas secret intelligence collection agency.
The role of an Intelligence Officer is challenging and exciting – it’s a job that not anyone can do.
So if you’re an extraordinary person seeking an extraordinary job, we want to hear from you.
Read more about ASIS: Extraordinary Jobs for Extraordinary People
Graduate Careers with Mars Australia
If you are eager to work with other high-calibre individuals, you will discover that we offer all the tools and support required for individual freedom to grow and success within our business.
We are looking for high-calibre graduates who will thrive in an environment that offers freedom to grow - both personally and professionally - and offers genuine responsibility from day one.
A Wealth of Career Opportunities with Boyce
At Boyce we recognise how important graduates are to our firm which is why we developed the Boyce Graduate Program.
“I made the decision to join Boyce because I was attracted by the prospect of working in regional Australia for a professional firm that offered the opportunity to work with some leading regional businesses. The fact that I have lots of client interaction, access to the latest technology and am part of a fun team environment – are an added bonus.” – Charles Sullivan (Moree office)
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