1. International Student Employability Seminar 9 July 2015 Secrets of my career success GUEST SPEAKER PANEL CRICOS Provider: 00111D | TOID: 3059 Olivia Doyle International Student Advisor - Employability

2. Swinburne 2 Olivia Doyle International Student Adviser – Employability International Student Life Tel 9214 8248 odoyle@swin.edu.au

3. Swinburne International Student Life Employability 3  Specialist support for international students aiming to work in partnership with you to develop your employability  Provide professional insights and guidance  Connect you with programs, events and activities to advance your professional career internationally and in Australia  Employability road map – a professional development guide for each stage of your Swinburne student life cycle  More details: www.swinburne.edu.au/student/international/employability www.swinburne.edu.au/student/international/employability

4. Swinburne International Student Life Employability 4  Monthly Employability News  Regular program of employability seminars  Skill development seminars  Job Club – launching semester 2  Student appointments  Networking events  Cross cultural events

5. Swinburne International student employability SKILLL development seminar series 5 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, emails 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: www.swinburne.edu.au/student/international/careerswww.swinburne.edu.au/student/international/careers

6. Swinburne SCIENCE | TECHNOLOGY | INNOVATION | BUSINESS | DESIGN Upcoming events 6 Doctoral & masters research candidates Career planning strategies to enhance your employability 3.30 – 5 pm Thursday 23 July 2015 Speed networking event 4.30 – 6.30 pm Thursday 20 August 2015 (Bookings open soon)

7. Swinburne Secrets of my career success 7 The current graduate job market is challenging both internationally and in Australia This session aims to give you insights into the career planning strategies and tips of international students who have successfully established professional careers Look for themes:  Creativity in gaining professional experience  Persistence  Strong communication skills  Networking  Using time as a student to build employability

8. Swinburne Secrets of my career success 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’ 2014 8 Why you should focus on your career while at university

9. Swinburne SCIENCE | TECHNOLOGY | INNOVATION | BUSINESS | DESIGN Introducing some of Swinburne’s alumni GUEST SPEAKER PANEL 9 Mr Dror Poleg Ms Wei Lei Long Ms Vicki Fengyi Mr Amrish Jusrut

10. ‘Secrets of My Career Success’ International Student Seminar Thursday 9 July 3.30 pm Swinburne University of Technology, Hawthorn Campus VICKI GUO

11. 9/7/2015© 2015 VICKI GUO 11 How it all started Career Journey Challenges at the start Things you might wish to know Permanent Residency Networking Internship Professional membership

12. WHO I AM 9/7/2015© 2015 VICKI GUO 12 Melbourne Australia, Public high school 2001 2004 – 2006 Graduated Bachelor of Business from Swinburne in 2009 Completed post-grad study in 2010

13. HOW IT ALL STARTED… 9/7/2015© 2015 VICKI GUO 13 Student observer at a Sustainability Roundtable Discussion in Sydney for the NGO in 2010, involved Ministerial level government representatives from China and Australia and many well-known Australian listed company CEOs Volunteer at the start Send the Secretary General my CV after, seeking a chance to take part on their work in Melbourne Went to their office for a ‘chat’ 1 month later, I got a call from them!

14. CAREER JOURNEY 9/7/2015© 2015 VICKI GUO 14 NGO, China Program Assistant, 2010 – 2012 Country liaison role Program management Sponsorship & Partnership Strategy & Policy Investment & Law Practice, Advisory & Marketing, 2012 onwards Marketing & Communications Business Development Transaction Advisory & Support

15. CHALLENGES AT THE START 9/7/2015© 2015 VICKI GUO 15 Unfamiliar with Australian corporate workplace Big Corporations vs Private Companies Decision-making process Professional corporate communication skills Write plain English Be as clear as you can Record keeping

16. PERMANENT RESIDENCY 9/7/2015© 2015 VICKI GUO 16 A MUST have criterial for some jobs out there Yes, it is important but definitely NOT employer’s only concern Why they care? Uncertainty of you leaving your job out of sudden What to do about it Ensuring your potential employer that you have a work permit

17. INTERNSHIP 9/7/2015© 2015 VICKI GUO 17 Promote yourself!! Get yourself an internship opportunity with a company relevant to your area of study Talk to university career advisors Internship is far more important than you can imagine in the first few years of your career

18. NETWORKING 9/7/2015© 2015 VICKI GUO 18 Very important! Potential referral opportunities Face to face Talk to people who are in the company you wish to get in Online, be connected with people!! Use social media LinkedIn Facebook

19. PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIP 9/7/2015© 2015 VICKI GUO 19 A chance to meet players in the field! Networking opportunities Stay on top of industry trends and regulation changes Business development opportunities

20. ADVICE 9/7/2015© 2015 VICKI GUO 20 Be honest on your CV Always follow up with people you have had a business conversation with Take notes! Write a follow up email on topics you have discussed briefly, or an topic you are highly interested to participate Let them know what you can bring to them! Always negotiate on your package!!! Don’t be afraid to ask for a higher salary at the start.

21. 9/7/2015© 2015 VICKI GUO 21 GOOD LUCK!

22. Secrets of my career success Amrish Jusrut 9 July 2015

23. Overview of my career in 3 phases  Preparing my career on campus  My transition from study to employment  Turning degrees into dollars  How you can prepare  Tips for career success

24. 1 st & 2 nd Years International Student Representative Editor, Tabula Rasa Magazine Co-founder, SISA Media Officer 3 rd & Final Years University Council member Resident Advisor Tutor – Faculty of Business Senior Resident Advisor Career preparation

25. Melbourne 2006 Commonwealth Games 15 th Asian Games, Doha, Qatar, Middle East The transition Special Projects Coordinator 15 th Asian Games Qatar, Middle East Recruiter, Melbourne 2006 Commonwealth Games Athlete’s Village Coordinator

26. Turning degrees into dollars NAB Wealth – Graduate Program Corporate Banking Commercial Banking ANZ Priority

27.  Prepare for employment while you are still studying  Become really good at being interviewed  Get internships  Do voluntary work  Never be intimidated  Imagine success Transition from study to employment

28.  Be a learner, always outperform and be available  Appearance, attitude and actions are critical  You need to be viewed as a positive person – work on your brand  Give 110%, but not at the expense of your health or family life  Adapt and stand out  You were hired to solve problems.  Make your boss look good  Always be fair, but expect unfairness  Know when you keep your mouth shut  Keep social media clean. Tips for career success

30. Thank you for your attendance Olivia Doyle International Student Advisor – Employability Tel 9214 8248 Email odoyle@swin.edu.auodoyle@swin.edu.au