Get a head start on your dream career with DeakinTALENT Employer Month!
March is a month full of opportunities for you to connect, network and learn from leading employers about employment opportunities and their secrets and insights to acing the recruitment process.
DeakinTALENT Employer Month is a series of tailored events where you can meet with top employers, learn about their ideal candidates, discover some recruitment secrets and ask those burning career questions.
This combination of online and on-campus events, running throughout the month of March, is just what you need to start preparing for your future career, so check out what’s on in your area of interest. Registrations are essential, so click on each relevant link to secure your spot. You’ll need to register for DeakinTALENT to access the event listings.
Employer Showcase | On campus
Are you ready to take the next step towards your dream career? Join us at the DeakinTALENT Employer Showcase where you can talk to prospective employers about their early career and graduate programs. Whether you’re in your first year, close to graduating or considering a change in your career pathway, this event is tailored just for you.
Don’t miss out on connecting with leading employers and gaining insight from a broad range of employers who are all recruiting right now!
Burwood campus – Tuesday 10 March
Location: Burwood – BC Building Level 2
Session 1: 10am–12pm
Session 2: 1.30–3.30pm
Waterfront campus – Wednesday 11 March
Location: The Gallery, D2.200
Time: 10am–12.30pm
Waterfront campus – Thursday 12 March
Location: Market Hall, JB1.103
Time: 10am–12.30pm
Register to attend your campus session.
Applying for Roles in Series | Online
Looking for a graduate position? This information session can help you. You’ll hear directly from top graduate recruiters about what they look for in candidates, what a typical day in a graduate role is like, and how to best prepare for your career.
Applying for roles in graduate and vacationer programs
Date: Friday 6 March
Location: Online
Time: 10–11.00am
Applying for roles in health or science
Date: Wednesday 25 March
Location: Online
Time: 10–11.00am
Register for these online sessions.
Workshops and panels | Online & on campus
Know your working rights in Australia
This comprehensive workshop presented by Fair Work Australia will cover everything you need to know. Whether you’re an international or domestic student, entering the workforce or already employed, don’t miss this opportunity to gain a thorough understanding of your entitlements.
Date: Wednesday 25 February
Location: Online
Time: 3–3.30pm
How to prepare for the Employer Showcase
Career fairs are perfect opportunities to make meaningful connections with employers, learn about graduate positions or even land an internship. Join us for a practical, confidence boosting session to help you make the most of the employer showcase and events.
Date: Thursday 5 March
Location: Online
Time: 11am–12pm
Build your confidence in Australian workplace culture
In this session you will gain insights and tips to help you adapt and thrive in the Australian work environment.
Date: Tuesday 17 March
Location: Online
Time: 11am–12pm
Looking for casual, part-time or volunteer work?
Are you an international student looking for casual, part-time or volunteer work while you study? Discover where to find these jobs, how to apply, and what employers are seeking.
Date: Thursday 26 March
Location: Online & on campus – Building BC, Level 2, Melbourne Burwood campus
Time: 2.30–3.30pm
Register for the workshops and panels sessions.
Career Success Series | Every week | Online
DeakinTALENT’s Career Success Series will help you learn how you can search for work effectively and present yourself confidently to employers throughout the recruitment process.
Sessions are facilitated by the DeakinTALENT Career Coaches who have extensive industry experience and understanding of what employers are looking for, as well as current employment market conditions.
Check out the sessions available.
We’re always here to help!
DeakinTALENT has a range of online resources and services for current students, graduates and alumni. We can help you explore your career possibilities with tailored coaching, workshops, resources and events.
Access our digital services on demand or register to attend one of our upcoming events or workshops. Our Jobs & Internships Board advertises internships, pre-graduate roles and graduate opportunities.