In the fast-paced realm of IT, the transition from university to professional life can be both exhilarating and daunting. Having spent over 5 years working closely with international students, I’ve witnessed first-hand the challenges many graduates face as they navigate this critical phase of their careers. One recurring obstacle that stands out is the persistence

I once met up with an employer to discuss the possibilities of him hosting some of our IT interns for work integrated learning placements. Let’s call him ‘Robin’ for this article’s sake. Robin recently moved offices, had a small team and run a successful business in providing data related and technology driven services to improve

It is only within the last decade that the Business Analyst has become recognised as a profession by both businesses and educational institutions. Furthermore, it’s only in recent years that predominant Australian universities have developed specialised degrees that teach the theory necessary to excel in this career path. As such, there has been a rise

In the IT industry, it is clear that having good technical skills and knowledge is really important. However being the most technically smart person doesn’t always land you a job. Here are some reasons why: In IT, interpersonal skills are just as important as technical skills. When I was a recruitment consultant recruiting for IT

Graduating from an IT degree/Masters is only the beginning. It is not your passport to a job. Here are 5 things you should be doing in order to make yourself more employable. Keep your skills updated The programming languages you have studied in university may no longer be in popular use. You may not have