Description:
Positive employability outcomes depend largely on students’ accurate understanding of the world of work. With this in mind, ANU Careers & Employability, in partnership with the The China Liasion Office and ANU International Students’ Department, hosted the International Careers in Focus, a three-day event aimed at fostering career opportunities for international students.
The event was designed to connect international talent with a broad spectrum of career pathways, including international placements and full time, part time and casual opportunities. Featuring participation from organisations across diverse sectors such as finance and consulting, STEM, and healthcare, the event enriched student experiences and empowered them to better navigate the global and domestic employment landscape, particularly in their journey toward permanent residency.
Over the course of the event, international students engaged with industry leaders and professionals across 27 events both in-person and virtually, such as panels, presentations, networking sessions and a careers fair. It also served as a meaningful platform for organisations to demonstrate their support and commitment to international student employability.
Student Numbers: 1600+
Industry Partners:
- EY
- Heenan & Browne Visa and Migration Services Pty. Ltd.
- Sony (Japan)
- Think Academy
- BOE Technology Group Co., Ltd.
- KPMG China
- Contemporary Amperex Technology Co. Limited
- Beijing Sankuai Online Technology Co., Ltd. (Meituan)
- Australian Disability Network
- Transsion Holdings
- CGP Group
- ByteDance
- Trip.com Group
- AlphaSights Shanghai Ltd
- CLPS
- Koomari
- Goodwin Aged Care Services
- EP Accountants Advisers
- miHoYo
- NIO
- Zhejiang GEELY Holding Group Co.,LYD
- Innovation Academy for Microsatellites of CAS
- Casino Canberra
- Consulate General of Canada
- Xaani AI
- CPA Australia
- ConnellGriffin
Outcomes:
Partnering in the International Careers in Focus provided a valuable platform to showcase orgnisations and their commitment to diversity and inclusion. Employers were able to engage directly with top international talent, gaining early access to a pipeline of highly skilled, motivated graduates who bring global perspectives and strong cross-cultural competencies. The event also offered a unique opportunity to strengthen employer branding within the ANU student community and build meaningful connections with peers across a range of industries. Through this engagement, organisations deepened their understanding of the international student experience and the evolving global labour market, positioning themselves as forward-thinking and inclusive employers.
For students, the event delivered critical exposure to a range of industry sectors, enabling them to explore domestic and international career pathways while gaining practical insights into employer expectations and recruitment practices. It also facilitated the development of professional networks and provided clarity around aligning their career goals with potential migration pathways. By participating in this event, students left feeling more confident, informed, and supported in their transition from university to the workforce, both in Australia and globally.