Ep 2 | The Value of Volunteering

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Cram Time with GradConnection

GradConnection

13 episodes

5 days ago

Cram Time with GradConnection is a podcast about the graduate job search and broader early careers experience. Hosted by Karen, come along with a special guest each month to explore the advice and stories out there that could make your job search journey that little bit easier to navigate. This podcast is produced by GradConnection. Find all your graduate, internship and entry-level opportunities in one place at au.gradconnection.com

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Ep 2 | The Value of Volunteering

Cram Time with GradConnection

37 minutes 45 seconds

3 years ago

Ep 2 | The Value of Volunteering

We're back for our second episode, and this time we're joined by special guest Rebecca Miller (Head of SEEK Volunteer, ANZ). Tune in as we learn how volunteering can help you develop the top 3 things hiring managers look for in your resume and interview. Plus, hear all about Rebecca's own experience going from sports marketing to one of Australia's Big Banks, a great tip on dealing with imposter syndrome, and how to build a career you're passionate about!

CHAPTERS

Jump to (00:36) to skip the intro!
(01:01) How we got here ft. a love of basketball, Lindsay Gaze, City of Melbourne and NAB
(05:31) On working at Hockey Australia (while still loving basketball)
(07:42) Transitioning from sports marketing to one of the Big Banks
(09:25) A typical day as Head of SEEK Volunteer
(11:30) Being a champion of sustainability and why CSR matters
(15:40) How volunteering can help you build your professional profile
(17:56) What type of volunteer role should you go for?
(20:09) Showcasing volunteering on your resume - the right way
(22:55) Tandem cycling and other unique volunteer opportunities
(26:40) Places (other than SEEK Volunteer) that you can also find roles
(27:39) Looking for a grad or internship program? (Quick Picks)
(31:29) Why volunteering is a two-way street (Hot Takes)
(33:03) A little less time at the pub and other words for past Rebecca
(35:31) Wrapping up

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Quick Picks - Live on Air (27:39):

Allianz 2023 Graduate Program - au.gradconnection.com/employers/allianz

AECOM 2022/23 Undergraduate Landscape Architect - au.gradconnection.com/employers/aecom

Grant Thornton 2023 Graduate Opportunity - au.gradconnection.com/employers/grant-thornton

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Tape Star (Shane Ivers) - silvermansound.com

Light and Minimal Background (Coma-Media) - pixabay.com/music/

Vintage Jingle - freesound.org/s/156019/

Figure It Out - Bass - freesound.org/s/253938/

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