Resume and key selection criteria workshop, Melbourne, 14 Aug

If you’re a library and information student or new graduate wanting some insight into how to put together a great application, this event is for you! Professional librarians wanting to brush up on the process are also most welcome.

Our experienced panel will provide you with their unique perspectives on these important documents, which could make you stand out from the crowd next time you apply for a job.

• Hugh Rundle (Boroondara library)
• Kim Tairi (Swinburne University of Technology library)
• Katherine Gallen (RMIT archives)

Not only will you gain insights from established professionals from a range of backgrounds: you’ll also gain a certificate of participation, points in the ALIA PD Scheme, and a chance to chat to other library folk.

• When:  Wednesday 14th August 2013, 5:45pm for a 6pm start, finishing at approximately 7:30pm
• Where:  Seminar Room 1, RMIT University Swanston Library, Building 8, Level 5, 360 Swanston Street, Melbourne. (Map)
• Cost: $3 for ALIA members and students. $5 for non-ALIA members.
• RSVP: Unfortunately this event is full - please email the below address if you'd like to RSVP in case a place opens up
  nyssa.parkes [at] gmail.com by Wednesday 7th August.
  Please let us know if you are a student, and if you’re an ALIA member, include your membership number in your reply.

Hope to see you there!

Victorian ALIA New Graduates Group Committee (Pat, Jenny, Susannah, and Nyss)

Save the date:  On 18th September we will also host a seminar on interview techniques. Same time, same place …

Image: Flickr / e_walk (CC BY-NC-SA)  

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QLD Resume Reviews

Perhaps you’ve just graduated? Looking for your first library job? Due to take the next step in your career? Or new to the profession? Time to get out that resume...... and take this fabulous opportunity for advice and feedback on your resume from an experienced library and information professional.

The coordinators for the ALIA New Graduates Group Queensland are keen to help set you on the right track. Our Resume Reviews event is back!

Where: Brisbane - State Library Cafe, Southbank.

When: Saturday, 3rd August from 9am.

Cost: ALIA members - $5.00, non-ALIA members $7.00

Here’s what you do: -

1. Submit your RSVP with your location preference and resume to us via email (newgradsqld.alia@gmail.com) by Saturday, 27 July 2013 (your resume will be treated with the strictest confidence).
2. Receive your appointment time.
3. Meet with your reviewer at your appointed time and receive valuable feedback and advice!
4. Apply feedback and have more confidence in your resume.
   

Appointments will run for approximately 20 minutes each.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us - newgradsqld.alia@gmail.com

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CSU Visit Wednesday 3rd July

The Victorian contingent of the ALIA New Grads group recently hosted a dinner with some students and faculty members of Charles Sturt University.

The dinner was a success and provided a good opportunity for networking and assistance with study ideas.

Stay tuned for some upcoming Victorian events- Key Selection Criteria and Interview Skills evenings in August and September.

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