VicWISE
Victorian Working Group on International Student Employability
Building Pathways towards
International Student Employment
Our Mission
The Working group consists of all the 8 major Universities in Melbourne, Victorian TAFEs, Private Colleges and a number of employers who are all passionate about championing employability for international students.
The VicWISE mission is founded on 4 guiding principles:
1. Promoting international student employability - helping employers unlock a dynamic talent pool of skilful, loyal and resilient employees.
2. Advocating for international students - empowering students adjust and overcomes barriers to employment in Australia.
3. Supporting the higher educator sector - working closely with education providers to help their students achieve employment in Australia.
4. Collaborating with industry and government partners - fostering greater participation amongst key employers in unleashing this engine of growth and innovation.
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Testimonials
VicWISE offers unique opportunities for international students to gain valuable experience volunteering and networking with industry professionals.
Astrid Hofmann: Vice President - VicWISE, Director - Cultural Transition Consulting (CTC)
VicWISE is a sector-wide, collaborative approach to addressing international student employment. It is as much about empowering international students as it is to educate businesses on why we can no longer overlook international students as an important, diverse and sustainable talent pool for the country.
Gary Lee: ‘New Australian of the Year 2016’, Australia Day Council
VicWISE provides students access to industry professionals for the purpose of networking and career development support in the form of mentoring, advice and referrals.
Angelique Zakkas
I believe VicWISE provides a voice for the international student community on all thing's employment and demonstrating the benefits of hiring international student talent.
Tyson Day: Co-Founder, Arrive & Thrive
VicWISE brings together people from diverse backgrounds who are all united in supporting international students maximise their Australian study experience by gaining professional employment and developing their employability skills. Many Australian employers are not aware of international student and graduate work rights, the benefits international students can bring to the workplace and the strategic advantages to business that these global employees can offer. Collaboration with VicWISE has also provided me with additional insights and connections to help me in my work. As a group we are working to support this key Australian industry.
Olivia Doyle: International Student Advisor – Employability, Swinburne University of Technology
VicWISE is an excellent platform to connect with like-minded individuals, to exchange views and to work collaboratively for the benefit of international students of Victoria. It is the only platform which helps the industry professionals and student representatives to work jointly towards one of the important aspects of international's student life i.e. their employability.
Devendra Singh: International Officer, Council of Australian Post-Graduate Association (CAPA)
Being a volunteer with VicWISE has helped me meet students across the state and understand the value of diversity. Working with professionals has enhanced my soft skills and experience the Australian work culture. It focuses on international student employability, an issue often ignored by Universities. My association with VicWISE has been rewarding both professionally and personally. I have made lifelong friends and supportive networks in the industry.
Preethika Padmanabhan: HR Administrator, University of Melbourne
VicWISE unlocked the gateway to networking and hands on experience in the real world environment.
Kaushik Selvam: Volunteer since Dec 2018
Volunteering at VicWISE not only allows me to develop my skills and grow my network but also to help improve the experience of the international student community which I am proud to be part of.
Juliet Wong Min: Bachelor of Industrial Design (Honors), RMIT
VicWISE opened a new door for both international students and industry professionals to connect, exchange, learn and achieve better outcomes in international student employability across Australia. VicWISE – a foundation for the betterment of international students’ experience and engagement
Olena Nguyen: Partnership Director, AFIS
Volunteering in VicWISE provides a platform for me to equip myself with the right skills that would help in my future career. It gives me the opportunity to learn and enhance my soft skills while working with a team of motivated and passionate people. It also helps us to expand my network by connecting us to working professionals in Victoria to enhance the employability of international students.
Jiaxin Cheah: Marketing & Finance Volunteer
