Innovative Research Universities (IRU) is a coalition of eight comprehensive universities committed to inclusive excellence in teaching, learning and research in Australia.
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Starting Somewhere
A podcast from the University of Melbourne, that ‘demystifies the employability landscape, dissects the seemingly scary world of work, and helps you land that important internship. Work has changed. Employers want more than a grade, and candidates are demanding as…
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How to Make the Most of Work for Students
A sixteen page online booklet produced by Andrew Martin and Helen Hughes for Ako Aotearoa (New Zealand). It covers nine key competencies that students can focus on developing during their WIL experiences: communication skills, self confidence, customer relationship management, enthusiastic…
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Ask A Manager
This is a popular blog by US-based manager Alison Green. She posts daily answers to readers’ employment-related questions. It’s a useful and entertaining way to learn about workplace norms. There are posts about internships and new graduates, and although these…
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Vet Set To Go
Arising from an Australian Government funded project, and led by Murdoch University, the VetSet2Go resource provides an online self-assessment tool and resources to assist veterinary students to develop their employability. Employers can also access these resources, not to appraise or…
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Virtual Internships
Free virtual internships from a variety of companies that take 5-6 hours to complete, and give students a simulated experience of the types of work graduates do. Students receive video instructions from a professional working at the company, complete tasks,…
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La Trobe University – Support & Training Resources
La Trobe University is developing support and training resources for students, academics, and industry partners. Contact: Marnie Long marnie.long@latrobe.edu.au
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