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Parul: Working part-time while studying
When Parul came to Adelaide, she was able to get a part-time job within two weeks of her arrival. Since then she’s been balancing her work and studies and has even managed to participate in an extra-curricular business challenge with other university students. We spoke to Parul to find out how she finds studying and working in Adelaide.
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Qiaohui: Learning career skills in Adelaide
My name is Qiaohui HU, and I recently finished a four-year PhD in Bioscience at the University of Adelaide.
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Yidi: Building confidence and communication skills
Before she came to Adelaide, Yidi says she was shy and lacked confidence. But her time studying, working and volunteering in South Australia has built her communication skills and self-confidence. We spoke to Yidi to find out how her experiences in Adelaide have given her a boost to her career aspirations.
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You Oon: An unexpected nursing career
When You Oon moved from South Korea to study in Adelaide, she thought she might become a vet and work with Australia’s unique animals. Instead, she decided to study for a Bachelor of Nursing (Graduate entry) at Flinders University. Today, You Oon loves working as a registered nurse in aged care and says talking with the residents reminds her of when she lived with her grandparents. You Oon says there are many opportunities for nurses in aged care, and says she loves working with such supportive colleagues. We spoke to You Oon about her time studying and what it’s been like to work in aged care during a global pandemic.
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Agam: From Business Graduate to Real Estate Professional
Agam, from India, graduated with a Bachelor of Business (Real Estate Practice) from the University of South Australia, now known as Adelaide University. He works as a Sales Partner in real estate after having developed practical skills and industry knowledge through his studies.
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Aini: A Journey as a Civil and Environmental Engineer
Aini, from Malaysia, is now working as a Graduate Engineer at the Department for Infrastructure and Transport. Inspired by her family of engineers and a passion for sustainability, she completed her Master's of Engineering (Civil & Environmental) at the University of Adelaide, now known as Adelaide University.
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Alice: Engineering Success in Adelaide
Alice, originally from Taiwan, graduated with a Master of Engineering (Chemical) from The University of Adelaide, now known as Adelaide University. She's now working as a Project Engineer at Long Energy and Resources. Alice is now applying her technical skills and research experience to real-world challenges. Adelaide’s welcoming community and strong industry connections helped her build a professional network and launch her career.
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Alison: Master of IT Graduate Driving Change in South Australia
Alison, from Vietnam, completed a Master of Information Technology (Enterprise Management) at the University of South Australia, now known as Adelaide University. As a Business Improvement Specialist in Adelaide’s water industry, she works on enhancing operational efficiency and delivering better services to the South Australian community.