Building Your Career in STEM: A Professional Guide for Students, Recent Graduates, and BeyondCheck Access
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Are you a science student wondering how to turn your degree into a fulfilling career? Or are you a recent graduate struggling to navigate their options in the post-degree world? Well, this book is your ultimate roadmap to success. With practical tips for developing your skills, building your network, and standing out in a crowded job market, you'll be well on your way to a rewarding career in no time. This book aims to support all students and graduates in the STEM subjects seeking employment and navigating their first few years in the workplace. From finding employment and CV and cover letter writing, to networking and improving employability, this book covers the essential skills that you need to kickstart your career. Also included are helpful insights from successful graduates working in a variety of different careers and more seasoned professionals imparting their hard-earned wisdom and, more importantly, outlining what employers are most looking for in science and technology graduates and how you can maximise your appeal to potential employers and plan for a future beyond university. Start building a successful career in STEM by crafting your own professional profile with the help of this book!
Building Your Career in STEM: A Professional Guide for Students, Recent Graduates, and Beyond, Royal Society of Chemistry, 2024.
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Chapter 1: Introductionp1-14ByAngela Ziebell;Angela ZiebellDeakin University, AustraliaSearch for other works by this author on:Michelle HillMichelle HillDeakin University, AustraliaSearch for other works by this author on:
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Chapter 2: Transferable Skills and Reflection (the Career Building Transferable Skill)p15-55ByAngela ZiebellAngela ZiebellDeakin University, AustraliaSearch for other works by this author on:
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Chapter 3: Commercial Awarenessp56-110ByRebecca YeeRebecca YeeGPA Engineering, AustraliaSearch for other works by this author on:
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Chapter 4: Networking – AKA Meeting People, Learning Things, and Making Connectionsp111-161ByAngela ZiebellAngela ZiebellDeakin University, AustraliaSearch for other works by this author on:
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Chapter 5: Portfolio Buildingp162-196BySophie MckenzieSophie MckenzieDeakin University, AustraliaSearch for other works by this author on:
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Chapter 6: Resumes and Cover Lettersp197-252ByRosemarie I. Herbert;Rosemarie I. HerbertaMonash University Faculty of Science, AustraliaSearch for other works by this author on:Angela ZiebellAngela ZiebellbDeakin University School of Life and Environmental Science, AustraliaSearch for other works by this author on:
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Chapter 7: Addressing Key Selection Criteria and Interviewsp253-284ByRosemarie I. Herbert;Rosemarie I. HerbertaFaculty of Science Monash University, AustraliaSearch for other works by this author on:Angela ZiebellAngela ZiebellbSchool of Life and Environmental Science Deakin University, AustraliaSearch for other works by this author on:
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Chapter 8: Looking for a Job (Before and After Graduation)p285-312ByDimantha Harshapriya;Dimantha HarshapriyaaNorwegian University of Science and Technology, NorwaySearch for other works by this author on:Rebecca YeeRebecca YeebGPA Engineering, AustraliaSearch for other works by this author on:
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Chapter 9: Extra Considerations When You (Will) Have a Higher Degree by Researchp313-361ByAngela Ziebell;Angela ZiebellaDeakin University, AustraliaSearch for other works by this author on:Richard HuysmansRichard HuysmansbHealth Education Australia Limited, AustraliaSearch for other works by this author on:
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Chapter 10: Developing Your STEM Career: What Next?p362-374ByAngela ZiebellAngela ZiebellDeakin University School of Life and Environmental Science, AustraliaSearch for other works by this author on:
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