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Career Mentoring Program

Are you an international student preparing to enter the Australian job market? Our 6-week Career Mentoring Program is a practical, guided experience designed to help you grow your job-readiness and take meaningful steps towards building your career in Australia.

6-Week Career Mentoring Program

Are you an international student preparing to enter the Australian job market? 

The StudyPerth 6-Week Career Mentoring Program is a practical, guided experience designed to help you grow your job-readiness and take meaningful steps towards building your career in Australia. 

On this professional development journey, you'll build your confidence and strengthen your skills through expert mentoring, real-world tools, and personalised support.

What you'll gain:

  • Clearer career direction and personalised goal setting
  • A job-ready resume and optimised LinkedIn profile
  • Improved communication and interview skills
  • A confident, refined personal pitch
  • A Certificate of Participation upon full completion

Who can apply?

We're seeking 30 committed international students who are:

  • In the final year of an undergraduate degree in Western Australia, or
  • Have completed at least 50% of a postgraduate program
  • Have some work or volunteer experience (local or international)
  • Genuinely interested in career development and industry engagement
  • Available to attend all 6 face-to-face sessions and the final Pitch Night

Program Schedule

Mondays | 5:00pm - 7:30pm 
5th August - 8th September
All sessions will be held at the StudyPerth Student Hub

  • Week 1: Career Strategy & Personal Branding
  • Week 2: Resume & Cover Letter + LinkedIn Mastery
  • Week 3: Interview Preparation + Practice
  • Week 4: Job Search Techniques & Application Tracking
  • Week 5: Pitch Rehearsal + Final Profile Check
  • Week 6: Pitch Night - Connect with local professionals and employers

Participation Requirements

  • $30 program fee is required upon acceptance (non-refundable)
  • 100% attendance is required to receive a certificate
  • Only students who complete all sessions may participate in the Pitch Night

Meet your Career Coach

Cema Santos, a certified Careers Advisor, mentor, trainer, and coach has a mission to support individuals like you in carving out their paths, regardless of where they land. 

With over 20 years of professional experience in Australia and overseas, she has empowered more than 4,000 newcomers to navigate their career paths confidently and find their footing in new lands. 

Cema has a deep understanding and appreciation of the barriers faced by skilled newcomers in Australia. Through extensive work experience, as well as her journey as an international student herself, she has gained valuable insights into these challenges. 

Cema was listed in Influence Digest's list of the top 15 coaches in Perth, recognised for her expertise in helping individuals to integrate into the Australian workforce.

Whether you're seeking guidance in your career journey, or you're aiming to unlock your full potential, Cema is here to help you every step of the way!

Cema was incredibly knowledgeable, helpful, and kind. It's clear she is an expert in resume review, and she provided valuable insights. I'll definitely be coming back for more tips in the future!