The Employment Advice Thread

[MagicGecko]

Well I know if ATAR Notes needed someone to work in a PR role and spread the word, we'd favour heavily someone who's got experience in word spreading... which ultimately is worth much than someone with experience in essays, research, or whatever else.

Like, it's a bit of a no brainer. Who would you choose? Someone well versed in a particular topic, or someone who can prove they've done what you want them to do, or has at least watch someone else do it and knows they can replicate?

This is why experience is valuable - it saves a workplace having to train people, having to spend longer giving direction and whatever else. If you already have an internship, make as many friends as you can (LinkedIn hellloooo), and try to even get more internships and repeat the whole friend-making process.

I mean, "no matter how long it takes" - that's pretty intense, so I don't necessarily want to commit myself to giving that advice.

But here's how I see it:

Option 1) Spend extra time studying, not earning money (opportunity cost), and also getting into further amounts of debt to increase the probability of something that still may not happen.

Or,

Option 2) Accrue no further debt, wade around hopelessly for 6 months doing shit work, internships, whatever else, building a network until you land a job that will do much more for you than a Masters. (Or at least, will give you money while you do your Masters).

My advice is take option 2. But hey... I'm the same age as you and can't do Year 8 Geometry, soooo...

Forgot to thank you for the advice! Option 2 seemed like the obvious choice and it helped a ton!
I had a couple of short internships after I graduated and networked my butt off. Finally ended up landing a casual position as a Biomedical Engineer with a company that deals with veterinary medical devices. Great since I love animals!
Cheers for the advice~!

[geek123456]

I have no Australian experience of holding a part time job or any volunteering(although I have done some volunteering overseas)! I have never worked in a cafe nor in any coffee shop before so I have no idea what to put in my resume ! Any advise will be highly appreciable

P.s Should I make a cover letter along with it too?And what position to apply for?Who to hand out the resume and how long does it take to get a reply?Sorry for so many questions !

[Calebark]

I(currently in grade eleven) am looking out for a part time job(to familiarize myself with the Australian culture) in some nearby cafes and coffee shops.I have no Australian experience of holding a part time job or any volunteering(although I have done some volunteering overseas)! I have never worked in a cafe nor in any coffee shop before so I have no idea what to put in my resume ! Any advise will be highly appreciable

P.s Should I make a cover letter along with it too?And what position to apply for?Who to hand out the resume and how long does it take to get a reply?Sorry for so many questions !

That's a great idea! Getting a job will also build character and work ethic, so good decision.

Rather than write a lengthy response in writing a resume -- which I'm not too fantastic at myself -- I will just direct you here. Plenty of people don't have job experience by your age, so you'll be fine!

Apply for anything you can, really. DIshwashing is a good start, and they're pretty common jobs to find. If it's in person, typically just go in, ask politely if there's anybody you could hand your resume to, and follow their directions. Responses vary greatly; anywhere from a day to weeks to months.

You can also try online sources, such as jobsearch and seek. You'll want to be looking for a casual job. You could also ask your careers advisor if they know of any open spots nearby -- they'll typically know.

Good luck

[geek123456]

That's a great idea! Getting a job will also build character and work ethic, so good decision.

Rather than write a lengthy response in writing a resume -- which I'm not too fantastic at myself -- I will just direct you here. Plenty of people don't have job experience by your age, so you'll be fine!

Apply for anything you can, really. DIshwashing is a good start, and they're pretty common jobs to find. If it's in person, typically just go in, ask politely if there's anybody you could hand your resume to, and follow their directions. Responses vary greatly; anywhere from a day to weeks to months.

You can also try online sources, such as jobsearch and seek. You'll want to be looking for a casual job. You could also ask your careers advisor if they know of any open spots nearby -- they'll typically know.

Good luck

Thank you

[geek123456]

That's a great idea! Getting a job will also build character and work ethic, so good decision.

Rather than write a lengthy response in writing a resume -- which I'm not too fantastic at myself -- I will just direct you here. Plenty of people don't have job experience by your age, so you'll be fine!

Apply for anything you can, really. DIshwashing is a good start, and they're pretty common jobs to find. If it's in person, typically just go in, ask politely if there's anybody you could hand your resume to, and follow their directions. Responses vary greatly; anywhere from a day to weeks to months.

You can also try online sources, such as jobsearch and seek. You'll want to be looking for a casual job. You could also ask your careers advisor if they know of any open spots nearby -- they'll typically know.

Good luck

I landed with an interview  ,OMG I can not believe it Thankyou Celebantz

P.s Any tips for the interview will be highly appreciable as I really want to secure a career  :)Thanking everyone in advance!

[Calebark]

I landed with an interview with KFC ,OMG I can not believe it Thankyou Celebantz

P.s Any tips for the interview will be highly appreciable as I really want to secure a career with KFC :)Thanking everyone in advance!

Congratulations -- I'm very happy for you!

I've never actually had an interview (always employed at smaller places), so I'm afraid I can't give advice from personal experience -- although I'm sure someone will be able to give tips soon I'll just say this: your interviewer is still a person. Don't be scared of them. They want you to succeed!

I wish you all the luck in the world! I'll have a large zinger box

[geek123456]

Congratulations -- I'm very happy for you!

I've never actually had an interview (always employed at smaller places), so I'm afraid I can't give advice from personal experience -- although I'm sure someone will be able to give tips soon I'll just say this: your interviewer is still a person. Don't be scared of them. They want you to succeed!

I wish you all the luck in the world! I'll have a large zinger box

Thank you for the tips, Celebantz..A large Zinger box with extra spice ..Yep I will remember that   :p

[Henry Kocatekin]

Does anybody know how to become a debating adjudicator in NSW after school?

[Yertle the Turtle]

I have a job with Salmat as a junk mail deliverer, and I definitely recommend getting a similar job if you want a part time job during school. You get plenty of exercise, and you get time out on the streets where you can listen to music or simply think. I think that it is also great for character.

[brenden]

I have a job with Salmat as a junk mail deliverer, and I definitely recommend getting a similar job if you want a part time job during school. You get plenty of exercise, and you get time out on the streets where you can listen to music or simply think. I think that it is also great for character.

This is actually pretty cool and unique. Thanks for sharing!

[PhoenixxFire]

I have a job with Salmat as a junk mail deliverer, and I definitely recommend getting a similar job if you want a part time job during school. You get plenty of exercise, and you get time out on the streets where you can listen to music or simply think. I think that it is also great for character.

I applied for a job with Salmat this morning 😂

[Yertle the Turtle]

I applied for a job with Salmat this morning 😂

Good for you. I personally enjoy working for them, it is really easy to get in touch with them, and it is fun work! Enjoy

[Dragomistress]

Hi,
I am wondering if school reference sheets actually matter?

[AngelWings]

Hi,
I am wondering if school reference sheets actually matter?

It depends on the job you're applying for. Some will want them, some won't.

[Dragomistress]

Hey,
How far up can I climb up as a retail employee in say Woolworths if I am a casual? What grade can I become?