Graduate Mentor Program
This program enables you to gain career orientation
through an industry, government or community perspective. Link here for your 2005 application to particpate in our program running in second semester.
Our mentors have come from a wide range of areas including:
Marketing with major corporations | Human Resources - with major corporations
and government departments/agencies | Filmmakers & Film Industry | Student
Counsellor | Accountant- at both Graduate and Senior levels | Lawyers | Psychologists-
in government, private practice & consulting | Consulting | Information Technology
| Recruitment | Sales/management | Scientists | Options Co-ordination | Biological
Scientist | Health Promotion | Treasury Funding, major bank | General Managers
of companies | Exec Officer Community Agency | Vocational Counsellor | Marketing
Manager | Archaeologist | Corporate Banking, major bank | Guidance Officer, DETE | Project/Research
Officer
See
a report on the program.
How long is the program for?
How often you meet is to be negotiated between your mentor and you. Some people
set regular scheduled meeting times while others prefer a more informal arrangement.
The program starts in March with a training session and launch. It is expected
that you will attend both these sessions. At the launch you are introduced to
your mentor. The programme officially ends in late October/November.
What do I talk to my mentor about?
That is up to you but suggested discussion topics could include:
Job Overview
- Nature of position
- Typical working day
- Hours & working conditions
Personal Experiences
- Initial interest in field
- Majors or degrees
- Relevant jobs or employment opportunities leading to various careers
- Background information about your organisation & industry
Requirements
- Training, education, or experience
- Skills & personal qualities
Earnings and Promotions
- Beginning level
- Steps of advancement
- Industry remuneration rates
- Opportunities for transfers or promotions
Advantages & Disadvantages
- "Real life" picture
- Common stereotypes and misconceptions
Professional Development
- Further training
- Professional Associations
- Networking
- Developing a career
Workplace Practices
- Expectations of graduates
- Office politics
- Dress standards
- Business etiquette
Trends and Opportunities
- Equal opportunity
- Employment outlook
- Related jobs
Steps to Take Now to Prepare
- Jobs to acquire experience
- Volunteer work
- Clubs, organisations and affiliations
- How to be most "marketable"
Techniques for job search, resumes and interviews
You will need to register your initial interest by email or by visiting the
Careers and Employer Liaison Centre (Third Floor Student Centre - adjacent to
the Sports Centre).
If you are interested in participating in this program in your final year then
you must contact us in your penultimate year. You can be studying any academic
program at Flinders University. Additional information will be forwarded to
you later in the year.
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