Getting ready to apply & interview | Session 2
Have you been looking at internships, vacation programs or graduate roles, but you’re not sure how to apply? Or have you already put in a few applications without getting the results you hoped for? Either way, you might be wondering what employers are actually looking for, how to make your CV stand out, or what to say when someone asks, “Tell me about yourself.”
The good news is that applying is a skill, and it’s one you can learn. In this interactive session, we’ll walk you through the recruitment process step by step, from sending off your application to preparing for your interview. Using real examples and hands-on activities, you’ll build the skills to apply with confidence and feel ready for what comes next.
What you’ll walk away with
🔍 Decode job ads: Learn how to read a job description and spot what employers are really looking for.
📝 Make your CV stand out: Tailor your CV to a specific role and show off your skills, even if you don’t have much work experience yet.
📬 Know what happens next: Understand how the recruitment process works after you hit submit, so nothing catches you off guard.
💼 Build your LinkedIn presence: Create a stronger profile, discover opportunities and start growing your professional network.
🗣️ Tell your story: Put together a short personal pitch so you have a confident answer to “Tell me about yourself.”
🎤 Prepare for interviews: Practise answering common interview and assessment centre questions using the STAR approach.
🚫 Avoid common mistakes: Find out what to watch out for in applications, interviews and assessment centres.
Who’s delivering this workshop?
Readygrad is an Australian graduate employability specialist that helps students and graduates take their first steps into the professional world. Since 2012, they’ve supported more than 30,000 students and connected with over 6,000 employers, including ANZ, CBA, Westpac and Deloitte. They know what employers are looking for and will share practical tips and tools to help you put your best foot forward.
Who is this workshop for?
Whether you’re still in high school, at uni, preparing for internships or graduate programs, or looking for a job, you don’t need to have it all figured out, have lots of work experience or have a polished CV to get started.
Come as you are and leave with practical skills, tools you can use straight away, and more confidence to go after the opportunities you want.
How do I join?
💻 This session is online on Zoom, so you can join from wherever you are.
Can’t make it on 23 November?
No worries! We’re also running this workshop on Thursday 19 November, 4:00-5:30pm AEDT, online on Zoom. 👉 Register here
That’s 3:30pm in SA, 3:00pm in QLD, 2:30pm in NT and 1:00pm in WA.
Want to start with the bigger picture?
This workshop is part of the EnterFinance Career Kickstart series. Join us for our other workshop, Navigating the job market & finding your strengths, where you’ll learn how getting into finance works, where to find opportunities and how to recognise what you already bring to the table.
Pick the date that works for you:
📅 Wednesday 11 November (in person at Canva Space, Surry Hills, or online) | 5:15-6:45pm AEDT 👉 Register here
That’s 4:45pm in SA, 4:15pm in QLD, 3:45pm in NT and 2:15pm in WA.
📅 Tuesday 17 November (online) | 6:00-7:30pm AEDT 👉 Register here
That’s 5:30pm in SA, 5:00pm in QLD, 4:30pm in NT and 3:00pm in WA.
Each workshop is designed to stand on its own, so feel free to join one or both!
🎓 If you attend both, you’ll receive an EnterFinance Career Kickstart Certificate of Completion to add to your CV and LinkedIn.
We hope to see you there!
The EnterFinance team