Part 5 of the ProGrad journey – The assessment days

March 8th, 2010 - 

Here at ProGrad we hold assessment days for a pool of high calibre graduates that have been fortunate to pass our telephone interview.

Prior to my position at ProGrad, I attended one of the assessment days. Palms sweaty and my heart beating in my ears, I decided to take the opportunity that was presented to me and it proved worthwhile. Not only did I secure a job with ProGrad, but I also learnt some valuable hints and tips about how to conduct myself in the workforce and business realm.

Now I am thankful to say I am on the other side and involved in running the assessment days. Personally, I think the assessment days are very valuable to any graduate and can help immensely when looking for a job.

Here are some things that I took away from ProGrad’s assessment day:

- You have the opportunity to source out your competition
- You learn some valuable things about how to conduct yourself in an interview
- you get to enjoy the experience with others
- You have the opportunity to build your network
- You get to broaden your knowledge
- You receive some much needed advice about how to build your resume!

If you would like to know more about ProGrad and our assessment days visit our website at www.prograd.com.au or contact us directly at (02) 8235 8300

Part 4 of the ProGrad journey – The work

March 7th, 2010 - 

Working for ProGrad has been such a great experience and learning curve for me. Let me tell you, you don’t stop learning after you finish university! There are actually so many things I overlooked entering the business world. But I am now greatful that I have had the chance to experience them in variety.

I have been at ProGrad a month now and I look forward to continue developing my skills and take on more responsibility.

Have you recently started a full time job from university and would like to share your experiences? I would love to hear them! You can start a discussion on our Facebook fan page or email me directly at nicola@prograd.com.au.

Stay tuned to find out what happens next!

Part four of The ProGrad Journey – The Staff

February 23rd, 2010 - 

Getting over my bus phobia to start my full time position with ProGrad I was surprised at just how much the travel paid off. Not only did I score a great job with ProGrad but I scored a great working environment too.

I am by no means trying to pump ProGrad up, I was just generally surprised at how friendly and genuine ProGrad staff really are! I can now assuredly tell you they do not just put on their smiles for the ProGrad assessment days. Everyone in the office supports each other and cheers each other along the ProGrad journey.

It was a nice relief to step into a company that has a great working culture. I have heard of many working horror stories and I am glad I have not come accross any!

Stick around to find out what will happen along the journey next!

Part Three of the ProGrad Journey – The bus ride

February 14th, 2010 - 

Normally, I don’t catch public transport. Living in the Hills, everyone drives and has a car. Train stations are not easily accessible, and the bus is rarely on time.

However, since I have started full time work at ProGrad, I have become a regular bus user. I don’t have a choice in the matter really, as the traffic into the city is horrendous! In which I have become very grateful for our little bus lane.

Armed with my iPod, the bus ride in is not as strenuous as I thought it would be. On numerous occasions I have also been able to catch up on some shut eye.

The horror stories I have also heard about the bus have proved to be untrue. The only revulsion I have encountered was a man who sneezed on the back of my neck.

If you have a bus ride horror story we would love to hear it! Feel free to comment on our post or start a discussion on our Facebook page.

Part Two: The ProGrad journey – 9am sleep ins forever gone

February 10th, 2010 - 

After starting full time work I have discovered, much to my distress, there will never be another 9am sleep-in. During University it was my number one rule never to wake while it was still dark outside. I even structured my classes so I could party all night and have my much desired sleep-in.

After work during the week I was anticipating my sleep- in Saturday morning, and do you know what time I woke up?..6am!!! This was not acceptable I forced my eyes shut and slipped into a dream only to awaken an hour and a half later. That’s it, I’ve given up. My once lovely 9am start is now 7:30.

Don’t get me wrong I love working full time, and wouldn’t change it for the world (well maybe if I won the lotto), but I miss snuggling into those sheets and not waking to see the sun rise.

Look out for PART THREE of my Prograd journey.

If you would like to know more about my experiences or have any questions about ProGrad and their services you can contact me directly at: nicola.christoffersen@prograd.com.au

Part One: The ProGrad Journey

February 10th, 2010 - 
As you can read here, I have recently come aboard with the ProGrad team, after completing one of their assessment days. You can read about my experience with ProGrad’s assessment day here.

Being a recent University graduate myself I have found that the transition from University to full time work takes some time getting used to!

I will be sharing my experiences about working on the ProGrad team, the transition process and the delights and struggles of working full time.

You are more than welcome to contribute by commenting and letting me know if you have had similar experiences or how you are coping with full time work after University. Is it what you expected?

Make sure you look out for PART TWO of my ProGrad journey.

If you would like to know more about ProGrad and what we have to offer you can visit our website www.prograd.com.au or contact us directly on (02) 8235 8300