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Mathematics
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Mathematics is a valuable tool in many areas of life. It is widely used in science, engineering and technology, in estimating, modelling and forecasting, and in specific professions such as computer graphics, finance, insurance and linguistics.
Graduate Opportunities, Optiver
Optiver is looking for creative, intelligent graduates with excellent numerical skills who wish to become traders. Our company is at the leading edge of global arbitrage opportunities. The team environment is informal with a flat management structure which means there is a high dependence on traders working effectively with each other. Communication, initiative and strong decision making skills are essential.
The work environment has a relaxed and casual atmosphere outside of trading hours but a dedicated and committed effort is required when the markets are open. Opportunities to trade require rapid reaction and analytical skills and the job is both demanding and highly rewarding. Salary levels are lucrative and there is no cap on earnings possibilities. The ideal candidate would be a recent graduate, have outstanding numerical skills, a passion for finance and the markets and would thrive in a competitive environment. We employ year round but job opportunities are limited. |
Where can our graduates go?
Mathematics prepares students for a wide range of careers that require mathematical competence. Mathematics and mathematical modelling techniques contribute to a diverse range of research, for example: genetics and financial modelling. Pure mathematics is an area that can be pursued by those who are interested in the theory of mathematics.
- Actuarial Analyst
- Actuary
- Applied Mathematician
- Biometrician
- Computer Programmer/Mathematician
- Data Analyst
- Energy Market Consultant
- Forecasting Analyst
- Graduate Administrative Assistant
- Graduate Analyst
- Graduate Data Analyst
- Graduate Developer
- Imagery Scientist
- Intelligence Analyst
- Investment Banker
- Investment Banking Service Consultant
- Management Trainee
- Market Risk Analyst
- Mathematical Modeller
- Mathematician
- Meteorologist
- Modeller
- Modelling and Simulation Scientist
- Numerical Modeller
- Operational Risk Analyst
- Population Data Analyst
- Portfolio Analyst
- Quantitative Analyst
- Research Assistant
- Research Officer
- Research Scientist
- Spatial Modeller
- Statistical Consultant
- Trainee Data Analyst
Graduate Opportunities with the Australian Bureau of Statistics
ABS Graduates are drawn from a wide range of degree disciplines. The major requirements are a strong academic background, an understanding of Australian economic and social conditions, an ability to think logically, to examine issues critically, and an understanding of the value of statistics as a research tool. There are a number of stream options for applicants to the ABS Graduate campaign.
What you offer us
- A proven record of academic achievement
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Initiative, motivation and flexibility
- A client focus in your work
- Strong strategic and analytical skills which can be utilised to analyse Australian economic and social conditions
- Clarity and logic when analysing and reporting on research
- Understanding the value and importance of statistics as a research tool
- Leadership potential
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Potential Employers
- Accenture
- ANSTO
- ANZ Banking Group
- ASIO
- Australian Bureau of Statistics
- Australian Institute of Health and Welfare
- Australian Office of Financial Management
- BAE Systems Australia Limited
- Boston Consulting Group
- Bureau of Meteorology
- CSIRO
- Defence Imagery and Geospatial Organisation (DIGO)
- Deloitte
- Department of the Treasury
- DSD
- DSTO
- Global Energy Decisions
- Maunsell Australia Pty. Ltd.
- McKinsey & Co
- Optiver
- RAA Insurance
- Roy Morgan Research Centre
- Suncorp
- The Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA)
- Universities
Graduate Program, Department of the Treasury
Treasury is seeking graduates with a strong interest in public policy who have a high academic standing in one or more of:
- economics, econometrics or commerce,
- law,
- public policy,
- mathematics and related disciplines.
Successful graduates will also foster Treasury values of:
- striving for excellence,
- valuing diversity, teamwork, consultation and ideas sharing,
- treating people with respect, and
- honesty and fairness.
If you possess sound written and oral communication skills, strong conceptual and analytical abilities, and the ability to show initiative and manage tasks effectively, Treasury has the career for you. |
Some Web Sites
The Association of Professional Engineers, Scientists and Managers, Australia (APESMA)
Australian Mathematical Society Inc (National Office)
The Australian Mathematical Sciences Council
Graduate Careers Australia - at the GCA site Industry Career Profiles are available on Science, Information Technology, All Graduates, Physics, Engineering, Genetics and Molecular Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics and Statistics and more
Graduate Opportunities - industry career profiles available for consultancy, government administration, information technology, manufacturing, mining, science, telecommunications and more. There are lists of Graduate vacancies, employer profiles and details of Graduate Recruitment Programs
Myfuture - comprehensive Australian careers information
NOVA - science in the News-published by Australian Academy of Science. Topics areas include; Biology, Health, Environment, Mathematics, Physical Sciences, Technology
Trainee Data Analysts, Roy Morgan Research Centre
An opportunity exists for enthusiastic individuals to join Australia's largest and most reputable market research company, Roy Morgan Research. Due to rapid growth, we are looking for exceptional individuals with tertiary qualifications in statistics, psychology or mathematics to join our data analysis department. Duties of this role include:
- Edit and clean raw data prior to analysis
- Analysis of data using the appropriate techniques, weighting and guidelines
- Checking all results of tabulations and ensure final tabulations are accurate and free of errors
- Liaise with other departments to ensure understanding of project brief and questionnaire design, deadlines, quality and any problems
This is a pivotal role in the company role and will suit people with:
- Tertiary qualifications in statistics, mathematics, psychology or market research
- Computer skills
- Excellent communication skills
- An analytical mind
- Initiative
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Australian Graduate Survey
Graduate Careers Australia's (GCA) annual Australian Graduate Survey ( AGS ) is a study of the activities of new higher education graduates around four months after the completion of their qualifications. New graduates are surveyed regarding their major activities, including full-time study, full or part-time employment, seeking employment or their unavailability for work or study.
2007 Graduates at a glance:
- Of bachelor degree graduates who were available for full-time employment in 2007; 95 per cent were employed within four months of completing their degrees
- One-fifth of respondents (20.0 per cent), were undertaking further full-time study after completing their bachelor qualifications
- The typical (median) annual starting salary for new Australian resident bachelor degree graduates aged less than 25 and in their first full-time employment in Australia was $43,000
Source: Australian Graduate Survey, Graduate Careers Australia (GCA)
Additional information from: GradsOnline
More information
For more detailed information check out the Careers Fact Files in the Careers and Employer Liaison Centre Resource Room.
Graduate Opportunities lists major graduate programs. Copies of these are available at the Careers and Employer Liaison Centre or can be viewed online. Search our online recruitment links for other graduate recruitment sites.
The Centre has a number of programs that can assist you:
- graduate employment services including recruitment fairs, employer activities
online vacancies and our graduate email vacancy list;
- information and assistance with your job search;
- graduate skill development programs;
- opportunities to gain industry experience including vacation work and work
experience; and
- career development services
For more information explore this website.
This material has been produced from the Graduate Destinations Survey, Flinders
University and Graduate Careers Council of Australia materials, Graduate Opportunities,
Professional Associations and Careers and Employer Liaison Centre research.
Accenture , Graduate Analyst - Business & Systems Integration
The Consulting workforce is made up of three groups: Business Consulting, Business & Systems Integration Consulting and Technology Consulting. This consulting group structure provides outstanding opportunities to develop highly specialised skills that will help you advance your career.
Business & Systems Integration Consulting professionals are responsible for delivering large-scale, complex programs that marry process with technology to help our clients achieve high performance. They specialise in the design, development, integration and delivery of functional and industry solutions and processes for clients based on existing packages such as SAP and PeopleSoft, Retek, or custom-built systems.
As an Analyst, specific responsibilities may include (depending on which group to which you belong):
- Assisting in analysis and documentation of as-is capabilities about business processes, people, technology, etc.
- Assisting in development and testing of new business processes, capabilities, and, as appropriate, supporting technologies
- Developing deployment deliverables (communications, training, etc.)
- Performing application design activities (e.g., writing functional designs)
- Performing portions of technology architecture and infrastructure design activities
- Participating in performing portions of technology build, test and deployment activities
Qualifications:
Track record of outstanding academic performance in one of following preferred majors:
- Engineering (all disciplines)
- Computer Science / Computer Engineering
- Information Systems / Decision Sciences
- Mathematics / Statistics / Sciences
- Finance / Accounting / Economics
- Business / Management
We are seeking highly motivated individuals who meet the following criteria:
- Eagerness to contribute in a team-oriented environment
- Ability to work creatively and analytically in a problem-solving environment
- Desire to work in an information systems environment
- Ability to meet client travel requirements, when applicable
- Excellent leadership, communication (written and oral) and interpersonal skills
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