From Tuesday 3 until Thursday 5 December, we are running a series of workshops focused on job applications alongside a broader range of professional skills.
Topics covered include job applications and how to make yours compelling, networking and how best to prepare, as well as the skills you’ll need to thrive in the professional workplace.
Graduate Gateway is designed for upcoming graduates, and is aimed at helping you build the skills you’ll need to be competitive in today’s job market.
All workshops are free for current Curtin students and recent Curtin grads – just book into individual workshops using the UniHub links in the schedule below.
TUESDAY 3 DECEMBER
Successful Transitions
Develop the skills you’ll need to thrive in the professional workplace
9.30am – 12.30pm B300.217
Resumes
Ten seconds may be all the time it takes for an employer to decide if your resume goes in the ‘yes’ or ‘no’ pile
1pm – 2.30pm B300.217
Cover Letters
An employer’s first introduction to you is often through your cover letter – make sure they want to know more
3pm – 4.30pm B300.217
WEDNESDAY 4 DECEMBER
LinkedIn
Find out more about using your LinkedIn account and how to make the most of its potential.
9am – 10.30am B300.217
Interviews
An employer can form an impression of you on the first 6o seconds of an interview – make sure it’s a great one
11am – 12.30pm B300.217
LinkedIn Review & Photo Booth
Have your LinkedIn profile reviewed by professional recruiters from Robert Half Consulting and have a headshot taken too!
12pm – 2pm, Curtin Connect B102
Stop Googling, Start Networking
Develop the strategies needed to uncover unadvertised employment opportunities
1.30pm – 3pm B300.217
Selection Criteria
Effectively identifying and addressing selection criteria is the perfect opportunity to show you’re the right person for the job
3.15pm – 4.45pm B300.217
THURSDAY 5 DECEMBER
How To Create A Compelling Application
Building on the key elements of job applications means you’ll be more likely to get to land your ideal role
9am – 12pm B300.217
Prepare To Network
Crafting your conversations allows you to develop your confidence and make the most of industry networking experiences
3pm – 4.30pm B410.101
Get Connected
Make the most of your Graduate Gateway experience by connecting with high calibre recruitment professionals
5.30pm – 7.30pm B103.110
