| What's the difference between what recruiters look for in Internships vs Grad Roles? What stage of the recruitment process to candidates really get culled from? Hear all the answers in this latest podcast episode with Steven Nield, Graduate Recruitment Lead at GHD. We discuss why the loudest voice isn't always the best and other assessment centre red flags, plus some valuable advice for STEM and International Students. |
CHAPTERS:
PART ONE - STEM RECRUITMENT:
(Jump to 00:41 to skip the intro!)
00:49 Engineering + HR = the perfect match?
02:57 Do grades actually matter? Should you specialise in electives? How relevant does your degree need to be for a technical role? (Top 3 tips for STEM students when applying for grad roles)
07:47 Internships vs Grad Roles - what's the difference in what recruiters look for?
09:09 Noting the numbers - how to ace the psych test for STEM roles
12:12 When do most candidates get culled?
13:27 Keep calm and carry on - don't lose your chill in one-way video interviews
16:09 The loudest voice isn't always the best - red flags to be aware of during Assessment Centres
20:09 Technical group tasks - Does the solution actually matter for STEM candidates?
21:06 Speaking of STEM - see current opportunities with Ventia! (Quick Picks)
21:36 Change for the better? Gender equity in STEM recruitment over the years
26:04 "I need a job, but I need a job that is for me" - changes in broader student sentiment
PART TWO - ADVICE FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS:
29:30 Is it really that different? Grad applications for International Students and how it works
32:46 "You would be mad not to do it" - why not hiring International Students means missing out on a valuable talent pool
36:58 Transparency and background checks - what can International Students and employers do to make the process easier
40:10 Sponsorships and permanent residency - debunking FAQs
41:58 Keep at it - words of advice for those still on the job hunt
44:44 Swearing in video interviews…and other anecdotes
48:46 Stay present and stay connected - why output doesn't always equal success
50:39 More of the same or something different? It's ok to let go of the things you love in your job
52:07 "They know their stuff" - PSA: engage with your university career services teams!
53:48 Going down memory lane (Concluding Thoughts and Plugs)
GET TO KNOW OUR GUEST:
 | Steven Nield Graduate Recruitment Lead @ GHD Former Graduate Recruitment Manager @ Aurecon |
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