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The Grad Update August 2006

Welcome! In this month's edition, we look at the growing number of graduate vacancies out there and advice on how to nab the job you want; an inside look at grad jobs in the media and IT industry; a marketing mentor program that's getting results; and MyCareer's latest campaign to help you 'move on up' your career ladder. Enjoy!

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NEWS FOR YOU

Grad vacancies on the rise

MyCareer It is a good time to be a graduate, says Ben Reeves executive director of the Australian Association of Graduate Employers, who says graduate vacancies have increased by 13 per cent in the past 12 months. more...


Competition starts early for media graduates

MyCareer Students still flock to study communications even though the plum jobs are hard to come by. Academic high achievers targeting careers in public relations can expect plenty of jobs but aspiring journalists are likely to find some tough competition. more...


IT, a geek-free zone

MyCareer The computer industry's troubled past has left it with an image problem. Anastasia Goven, from the Australian Computer Society's Young IT committee is now set to spread the word about the growing number of exciting IT jobs out there. more...


The future looks bright for young marketers

MyCareer Career progression in marketing generally stems from academic and on-the-job experience. The Victorian branch of the Australian Marketing Institute has created the Bright Sparks program to provide new ways to pursue professional development. more...


'Move on up' your career ladder

MyCareer Taking that first step in your career can often be quite daunting, most probably because you're not quite sure how. MyCareer's latest campaign is aimed at giving jobseekers useful tips to help you climb your career ladder, plus have a little fun along the way! more...



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