Tech Employability Bootcamp: Elevate Your Resume, Ace Interviews
Join this intensive session designed to help you develop the skills and knowledge needed to pursue a career in the tech industry.
About this event
*If you are a non-member, please contact events@acs.org.au with your name, email, job title and organisation. One of our staff will assist you with your registration.
Please note: The Bootcamp will be recorded. If you cannot attend and would like to receive a copy of the recording, you will need to register for the event.
Session 1: How to look good on paper in your CV
Recruiters spend an average of 7 seconds reading each CV, so how do you make yours stand out?
Session 2: Mock Interviews
Making a memorable impression in your interview requires practice. Graham Cummins, QLD General Manager, KJR, will prepare you for the curly questions you may be asked in your next interview. Learn the techniques and find out what employers are looking for in your application.
By attending this bootcamp, you will develop your personal toolkit to help you succeed in your next interview. Learn about:
- the elements of an outstanding resume/cv
- what employers are looking for beyond your cv
- how to make an impression from paper and into the interview room
- what are the typical interview questions when applying for a tech role
- the 3 P's for acing your interview
Speakers
- Graham Cummins, QLD General Manager, KJR
- Brett Elliott, Principal Talent Specialist – Testing, Hudson Technology Projects & Transformation
Speakers
As a subject matter expert, Brett brings with him an extensive background in ICT including a Bachelor of Computer Science. His early career as a Secondary Teacher in ICT has provided deep insight to the resources required in such a fast changing industry environment.
Brett excels in forming solid and successful relations within the ICT sector. His strong work ethic, interpersonal and leadership skills gained over the past 11 years, along with his desire to continually improve professionally, makes him an excellent provider of leading edge service to clients and candidates in today’s workforce.
Brett is an active networker within the Testing community hosting a monthly Brisbane Software Testers Meetup Group and has regularly been acknowledged for his excellent service and for the results he delivers to his clients.
Specialisation:
Software Testing Specialisation, which includes;
- Test Analyst / Senior Test Analyst
- Test Automation Engineer
- Test Lead / Test Manager
- Program Test Manager / Test Director
- Test Environment / Release Manager
Event Terms & Conditions
Registration
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Cancellation and Refund
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Disclaimer
- ACS reserves the right to change the program at any time. Every effort will be made to ensure a program of equivalent standard and members are updated with changes.
- All dietary requirements are considered, however we cannot guarantee a 100% allergen free environment.
- ACS reserves the right to prohibit entry or eject any person from an ACS event based on behaviour deemed inappropriate by ACS staff, its agents and/or others working under its authority.
- Filming or streaming by attendees is not permitted. If an attendee is found to be doing so they will be asked to leave the event immediately and further action may be taken.
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- If an attendee is displaying flu or cold like symptoms in the days leading up to the event and therefore is not able to attend, ACS will refund the registration fee.
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