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The Grad Update December 2007

Hello! This month we look at Kris Kringle etiquette; why graduate salaries are rising at a higher rate than the cost of living; what to think about before planning a gap year; why science is a hot career choice for graduates; and how volunteering is good for your soul as well as your CV. Wishing you a merry Christmas and a happy new year!

NEWS FOR YOU

Office Kris Kringle gift ideas

MyCareer Feeling some angst about what to buy your work Kris Kringle recipient this year? You're not alone. Each year it seems to get harder and is often viewed as a strategic decision that can affect your status in the office. more...


Graduates turn degrees into dollars

MyCareer Graduate salaries are rising at a far higher rate than the cost of living, and the number of vacancies has grown 11.2 per cent in the past year, making it the hottest market for young talent in at least a decade. more...


School's out, travel's in

MyCareer As students sprawl across Australia to celebrate the end of school or uni, now is the perfect time to think about your footloose 2008 gap year. more...


Scientists' salaries rise with demand

MyCareer Salaries for science graduates have grown strongly in the past year, and the pattern is set to continue as the demand for scientists in crucial fields like water and climate change grows, a survey has found. more...


Volunteer service

MyCareer Volunteering may be good for the soul but it's also very good for your CV. According to Sean Gavin, the chief executive officer of St John Ambulance NSW, even the humble first-aid certificate gives job applicants an edge. more...



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Will you be taking a gap year in 2008?
47%No, but I wish I was
21%No, I've already taken one
16%No, and I'm not going to
16%Yes, and I can't wait
Last month we asked...
Do you know what salary graduates in your field earn?
45%I have a rough idea
20%I hear lots of different things, so I'm not quite sure
19%I have no idea
16%Yes, I know what the going rate is
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