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Next Steps Archive 2012

Next Steps - Arts 2012

This program on job seeking is offered to Arts students who graduated in 2011.

Bookings: www.careersonline.unimelb.edu.au
Go to 'Events', then to 'Skill Development Seminars and Workshops'
Enquiries:
E: Diana Edwards

Date	Venue	Information
Tuesday 7th February 9.30 – 1.00pm and Wednesday 8th February 9.30 – 1.00pm	Engineering B-313	Job Search Intensive for recent Arts graduates This program runs across two half-days and will provide recent graduates with information and strategies to assist with finding employment. The sessions will be run as informal seminars, with lots of time to ask questions and share ideas. There are two sessions each day with morning tea provided in the break. Day 1: Job options and job seeking strategies (what can I do with my Arts degree and how do I find job opportunities?) and Job applications (how can I make the most of my skills and experiences in a written application). Note: Although there will be input on possible job types, you will get more out of the day if you have some ideas about the sort of work you are looking for. For those who are unsure about this, consider making a Careers Consultation appointment to explore your options prior to attending. Bookings are made via Careers Online - search for appointments tagged for Arts students Day 2: Preparing for interviews (how do I prepare when I don't know what I'll be asked?) Workshop: Practising interview skills
Tuesday 28th February 1 – 2pm	Old Arts A	Graduate Employment Programs – what's there for Arts? *For final years, but very suitable for 2nd years thinking about GEPs next year* Have you wondered about Graduate Employment programs? Who they’re for and how they work? And what sort of programs are on offer for Arts students? This session explains it all, with focus on interests of Arts students. It also outlines the various careers events on at this time of year, including the Careers Fair and Employer Information Sessions on campus, and assistance available for applications.
Wednesday 14th March 1 – 2pm	Old Arts C	Finding part-time and casual work *1st years in particular but all year levels welcome* Thinking about part-time work while you study? Wondering where to look? Struggling to adapt your resume to suit? This session will help! We will explore options for part-time and casual work, how you can find opportunities, and how to prepare a resume which suits part-time and casual job applications.
Wednesday 21st March 1 – 2pm	Chemical & Biochemcial Engineering Theatre (Chem Eng)	Work experience – what are my options? *Suitable all year levels* It’s a familiar message – 'employers value work experience… being employable is not just about your educational qualifications'. But - what sorts of experiences are valued? And how can you find opportunities? This session overviews the various types of work experience available to Arts students, with the focus on 'course or career-related' work experience.
Thursday 22nd March 1 - 2pm	Old Arts B	Preparing applications for Victorian Public Service Grad Program *Final years but suitable for 2nd or penultimate year students thinking of applying next year* An informal opportunity to raise questions and get some tips on how to handle particularly challenging questions on the application form – or any aspect of your application. Strongly recommended that you attend the Employer Information Session on campus on 20th March (12 noon), and work on your application before attending the session.
Monday 26th March 1 – 2pm	Babel 106	What career for you? *Suitable all year levels* Arts students are often highly motivated to study in their chosen fields of study. At some point, you may start to wonder where your course is taking you career-wise. An Arts degree can indeed set you up for a career, but you need to be proactive in working out your career purpose. But – how do you do this? The session will present a simple yet practical approach for thinking about career direction. Recommended that you attend this session before booking a Careers Consultation.
Tuesday 27th March 12 – 2pm	Old Arts 254	Resumes to go! *Suitable all year levels* This is a practical session which outlines the elements of good resume writing and teaches you how to prepare resumes for any job and any purpose. The session is an extended one in which you can work on a resume with on-the-spot feedback and guidance. *If at all possible, attend one of these sessions before bringing your resume for review.*
Wednesday 28th March 10 – 12pm	Old Arts 204	Interviews for Graduate Employment Programs *For students currently applying for Graduate Employment Programs* The session will outline a strategy for preparing for interviews, discuss the types of questions which typically come up, and provide an opportunity to practise responding to questions. *Bookings open 14th March*
Tuesday 3rd April 1 – 2pm	Old Arts B	Applications for Australian Government Grad Programs *Final years, but suitable for 2ndor penultimate years thinking of applying next year* April is the month for applications for many Australian Government Graduate Employment Programs. Come along for an overview of APS programs, including those in lower profile departments. We then look at how to tackle the 'behavioural' questions used by many departments on application forms. The session will use example questions from departments such as Defence, AusAid, Broadband, Communications and Digital Economy, and Human Services.
Wednesday 4th April 1 – 2pm	Old Arts C	Next Steps for History Majors Final year History majors The session will explore careers which build on a major in History and the 'next steps' including post BA employment opportunities via Graduate Employment Programs and graduate study options. We'll also look at relevance of skills and knowledge acquired in a History major for careers and employment, and touch on how one makes decisions about what is a 'good' career choice.
Tuesday 17th April 12 – 2pm	Old Arts 204	Interviews for Graduate Employment Programs *For students currently applying for Graduate Employment Programs* The session will outline a strategy for preparing for interviews, discuss the types of questions which typically come up, and provide an opportunity to practise responding to questions. *Bookings open 3rd April*
Wednesday 18th April 1 – 2pm	Old Arts D	What next for midyear grads? *Final years graduating midyear* Wondering what to do after graduation? Have you decided on graduate study or perhaps employment? Do you know what is available to you? This session considers the range of graduate study and employment options accessible to new Arts grads, including both options related to your field of study and other alternatives.
Thursday 19 April 11am – 1pm	Room 156, Old Arts	Resumés to go *Suitable for all year levels* This is a practical session which outlines the elements of good resume writing and teaches you how to prepare resumes for any job and any purpose. The session is an extended one in which you can work on a resume with on-the-spot feedback and guidance. If at all possible, attend one of these sessions instead of bringing resume for review in a 1:1 appointment.
Thursday 19th April 1 – 2pm	Latham Theatre – Redmond Barry	Arts Internship Information Session All undergrads, particularly those considering the subject for 2nd semester 2012 This session will provide information about the Arts Internship subject which can be taken as either a 2nd or 3rd year elective within the Bachelor of Arts. Internships which count towards your degree are structured and provide students with an opportunity to contribute as professionals within a workplace in a way that accords with their academic learning and development. As internships outside the curriculum can be difficult to find, this subject provides an excellent opportunity to gain professional work experience in a career field of interest. The session will cover the structure of the subject, the assessment and the way in which placements are set up. We will also talk about the types of organisations where students have been placed, and the sorts of projects which they have undertaken.
Monday 23 April 12pm – 2pm	Room 718, Level 7, Redmond Barry Building	Interviews for Graduate Employment Programs *For students currently applying for Graduate Employment Programs* The session will outline a strategy for preparing for interviews, discuss the types of questions which typically come up, and provide an opportunity to practise responding to questions. Bookings open 9 April
Tuesday 24th April 1 – 2pm	PLT	10 very useful things to know about careers in 1st year *Especially for 1st years!* A snapshot of useful information that later year students wish they had known in 1st year. Issues covered include employability (what employers value), options under the Melbourne Model via graduate study, government Graduate Employment Programs, requirements for careers in teaching and much more.