How to land a Job in Tech Industry as a recent Graduate

545 Kent St, 545 Kent Street, Sydney, 2000

GDG on Campus Australian Institute of Higher Education - Sydney, Australia

Kickstart your career in tech! Learn strategies from industry experts on landing your first job as a recent graduate. Understand how to craft the perfect resume, ace interviews, and find job opportunities in a competitive market enjoying free food and drinks. Don't miss this essential session!

Nov 27, 7:00 – 9:00 AM (UTC)

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Career DevelopmentCommunity BuildingGeminiNetworking

About this event

Are you a recent graduate looking to break into the tech industry but unsure where to start? Join us for this exciting panel discussion featuring four recent graduates who have successfully secured jobs in the tech industry. They will share their personal experiences, offer advice on how to stand out as a candidate, and discuss the challenges they faced along the way.

This two-hour event will start with an introduction to the GDG Student Club on campus, where you’ll learn about upcoming events, workshops, and opportunities to get involved. Then, we’ll dive into the main feature: a panel discussion with four recent graduates who have successfully landed jobs in the tech industry. They’ll share their personal experiences, insights on how they navigated the job market, and tips to help you get ahead.

After the panel discussion, you’ll have a chance to relax, enjoy free food and drinks, and network with fellow attendees and our panelists. This is your chance to make valuable connections and ask any questions you might have in a more casual setting.

Panelists:

Utkrista KC (LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/utkrista-kc/ )

Utkrista is an experienced software engineer who navigated her career as a data engineer. With a Master's in IT & specialisation in AI from UNSW, she will share strategies for breaking into the tech industry as an international graduate.

Gribesh Dhakal ( LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/in/gribesh/ )

Gribesh is currently working as a software engineer, specializing in AI-driven solutions. He will share insights on how to stand out in the Australian job market as an international student, particularly in the fields of artificial intelligence and software development.

In this event, you'll learn:

  • Job Search Strategies: Best platforms and methods for finding tech job opportunities.
  • Resume Building: How to create a resume that gets noticed by recruiters.
  • Interview Preparation: Key tips for acing technical interviews and coding assessments.
  • Networking in Tech: The importance of building a professional network and how to get started.
  • Panelist Success Stories: Hear firsthand from our panelists about their job search journeys, challenges, and how they landed their first tech roles.

Our panelists, who are all recent graduates, now work in various tech roles, including software development, data science, and UX design. They’ll share their unique insights into what it takes to make it in the industry as a newcomer.

Why Attend?

  1. Learn directly from recent graduates who have successfully navigated the job market.
  2. Understand what recruiters and hiring managers look for in entry-level candidates.
  3. Network with fellow graduates and industry professionals.
  4. Get actionable tips to improve your resume, job applications, and interview performance.

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from those who have been in your shoes and successfully launched their careers in tech!
For more information , gdgoncampus.aih@gmail.com

When

When

Wednesday, November 27, 2024
7:00 AM – 9:00 AM (UTC)

Agenda

7:00 AMIntroduction to GDG on Campus AIH
7:30 AMPanel Discussion with Recent Graduates
8:15 AMFood, Drinks, and Networking
9:00 AMEvent Close

Panelists

  • Utkrista KC

    Antler

    Data Engineer

  • Gribesh Dhakal

    Luxury Escapes

    Software Engineer | AI Researcher

Moderator

  • Amri Niure

    GDG on Campus AIH

    Organizer

Host

  • Amrit Shrestha

    GDG on Campus AIH

    Organizer

Organizers

  • Amrit Niure

    Organizer

  • Amrit Stha

    Co-Organizer

  • Kushal Pokhrel

    Australian Institute of Higher Education

    Faculty Manager

  • Reeya Maharjan

    Organizer

  • Aadarsh Karki

    Team Member

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