How different is the hiring process for International Students? How relevant/technical does your degree need to be for a grad role in STEM? Hear all the answers in this episode with Steven Nield, Graduate Recruitment Lead at GHD. We discuss whether the solution actually matters in group AC tasks, sponsorship and visa FAQs and why not hiring International Students means missing out on a valuable talent pool.
CHAPTERS:
PART ONE - STEM RECRUITMENT:
- (Jump to (00:41) to skip the intro!)
- (00:49) Engineering + HR = the perfect match?
- (02:57) Do grades actually matter? Should you specialise in electives? How relevant does your degree need to be for a technical role? (Top 3 tips for STEM students when applying for grad roles)
- (07:47) Internships vs Grad Roles - what's the difference in what recruiters look for?
- (09:09) Noting the numbers - how to ace the psych test for STEM roles
- (12:12) When do most candidates get culled?
- (13:27) Keep calm and carry on - don't lose your chill in one-way video interviews
- (16:09) The loudest voice isn't always the best - red flags to be aware of during Assessment Centres
- (20:09) Technical group tasks - Does the solution actually matter for STEM candidates?
- (21:06) Speaking of STEM - see current opportunities with Ventia! (Quick Picks)
- (21:36) Change for the better? Gender equity in STEM recruitment over the years
- (26:04) "I need a job, but I need a job that is for me" - changes in broader student sentiment
PART TWO - TIPS FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS:
- (29:30) Is it really that different? Grad applications for International Students and how it works
- (32:46) "You would be mad not to do it" - why not hiring International Students means missing out on a valuable talent pool
- (36:58) Transparency and background checks - what can International Students and employers do to make the process easier
- (40:10) Sponsorships and permanent residency - debunking FAQs
- (41:58) Keep at it - words of advice for those still on the job hunt
- (44:44) Swearing in video interviews…and other anecdotes
- (48:46) Stay present and stay connected - why output doesn't always equal success
- (50:39) More of the same or something different? It's ok to let go of the things you love in your job
- (52:07) "They know their stuff" - PSA: engage with your university career services teams!
- (53:48) Going down memory lane (Concluding Thoughts and Plugs)
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QUICK PICKS - Live On Air (21:06):
Apply for Graduate Opportunities at Ventia - au.gradconnection.com/employers/ventia
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Tape Star (Shane Ivers) - silvermansound.com
Light and Minimal Background (Coma-Media) - pixabay.com/music
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