Chinese Graduate Profiles

Molly Cai

Academic Program:
Master of Professional Accounting, 2017 

Employment:
Finance Accountant, Australian Orthopaedic Fixations Pty Ltd

Advice for current students:
“Be active in university and community;
Attend more activities/events and utilise the resources around you; 
Try your best to step out of your comfort zone and get involved with people from different backgrounds.”

Renbin Cai

Academic Program:
Master of Accounting and Marketing, 2012

Employment:
Senior Consultant, PwC Australia (Brisbane)

Advice for current students:
"Study hard at Uni and love what you study. Meanwhile, it is also important to improve social skills and make every effort to build relationships with locals."

Cornelius Chan

Academic Program:
Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting and Corporate Finance), 2014

Employment:
Auditor, Nexia Edward Marshall

Advice for current students:
“Be proactive in applying for internships and volunteering opportunities. Employers like candidates who possess and can demonstrate soft skills. Also, you will stand out from other candidates if you have references to support your job application.

Do the work, show initiative, and be confident.”

Baochen Chen

Academic Program:
Master of Commerce (Marketing), 2015

Employment:
Founder, 19 Stars Hospitality

Advice for current students:
"Practice English and attend career-related events as many as you can. Think pro-actively rather than re-actively."

Jennie Chen

Academic Program:
Master of Wine Business, 2017

Employment:
Student Support Worker, United Abilities

Advice for current students:
“Meet as many industry people as you can and tell everyone you are looking for work experience and ask for recommendations; Get professional training on resume writing, cover letter writing and interview skills.”

Joanna Chen

Academic Program:
Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting), 2011

Employment:
Internal Auditor Officer, City of Port Adelaide Enfield

Advice for current students:
"Build your professional network, it is as important as building your professional knowledge and skills.

Do some volunteer work if it is too hard to find a paid job to obtain experience. Even if the work is irrelevant to your major, it helps develop soft skills and shows your commitment to the community."

Lulu Chen

Academic Program:
Master of Accounting and Marketing, 2021 

Employment:
Marketing Specialist, HungryPanda (Adelaide)

Advice for current students:
“You should set a career goal, find work experience as soon as you can, and build your professional network. Always follow your heart, pursue your passion and work hard. More efforts, more fortune.”

Katy Chen

Academic Program:
Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting), 2012

Employment:
International Admissions Support Officer, The University of South Australia

Advice for current students:
“Being well-prepared for interviews is the cornerstone for your future jobs in Australia. Two important questions you need to know are 'what they are looking for' and 'what qualities and abilities you have'. It is useful to sort these out and match them up. A rich experience in activities of any kind is highly appreciated, as those who tend to be versatile in multiple tasks are more preferable to employers in the current dynamic work environment."

Wanyang Chen

Academic Program:
Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting), 2015

Employment:
Social Media Guild Lead, RMIT University

Advice for current students:
"Being an international student surely has some challenges, such as language problems and networking troubles. But it is really important to be oriented and to use every opportunity to make progress, try to build your own brand and turn the disadvantages into advantages. You may be Chinese accented, but you are also bilingual; you may need to strengthen your understanding of Australian culture, but you can also be an expert in Chinese culture and be able to work in intercultural organisations. It’s your call! Just as the life you have today is influenced by the decisions you made years ago, so are the decisions you make today, which will determine your life in the years to come. Make the right decisions now, take the initiative, and be proactive, and success will knock on your door in the near future!"

Alex Cui

Academic Program:
Master of Applied Project Management, 2017

Employment:
NPI Purchasing Officer/Buyer, Codan

Advice for current students:
"Always be prepared for unpredictable challenges; you won’t know your limit unless you challenge yourself to the very end; always keep your chin up!"

Wendy Dong

Academic Program:
Master of Finance and Business Economics, 2013

Employment:
Assistant Accountant, Garmin Australia and New Zealand (Sydney)

Advice for current students:
“Everyone will be equipped with essential professional knowledge after graduating, but what makes a real difference is work experience in your field and soft skills such as communication skills. Being able to communicate effectively in English, both written and spoken, is essential for those who wish to get a job in Australia and a plus for those who would like to work in China. You should try your best to get some work experience during the holidays. It would be the best if it is in Australia, if not, try to get one with a reputable company in China, it will make your resume stand out."

Yiling Dong

Academic Program:
Bachelor of Media, 2012

Master of Commerce and Master of Business Law, 2014 (Shanghai)

Employment:
Reporter, Pengpai News

Advice for current students:
“Be prepared for a very different working culture. Also, work experience is very important. There are a lot of things that are not taught or you cannot learn from studying at Uni. Finally, take the advice given by the lovely career advisors!! They are very true!"

Lei Feng

Academic Program:
Master of Commerce, 2012

Employment:
Senior Human Resources Director, ONE Fosun (China）

Advice for current students:
“Always be willing to learn a new skill to increase your personal effectiveness; a talent with all-round development is more competitive. Moreover, get a part-time job or internship while in university. If necessary, get help from the career centre at the university; they are enthusiastic and professional. And most importantly: “Do what you love, love what you do.”

Maxine Feng

Academic Program:
Master of Accounting and Marketing, 2018 

Employment:
Management Trainee, Reckitt Benckiser

Advice for current students:
“I highly recommend overseas students attend some career courses before they find a job in Australia and China. UofA Career Services contributes to Chinese students' employability. They provide different courses like communication skills, resume writing, mock interviews, etc. Which helps develop your employable skills. What I learned from the program and services helped me find a good job opportunity during graduate recruitment in China. Nowadays, the Chinese graduate job market is highly competitive, so I suggest you fully take advantage of the resources they provide, ask many questions and practise many times. At the end of the day, I believe you will build your personality and stand out in the interview session.”

Shang Gao

Academic Program:
Master of Accounting and Marketing, 2013

Employment:
Assistant Relationship Manager, ANZ (Melbourne)

Advice for current students:
“Set yourself a direction in a desired industry and spend some time finding what you are really good at. Then, go into that industry, refine your skills, and make it your signature. This will carry your career a long way and truly make you stand out.”

Tianyi Gao

Academic Program:
Master of Accounting and Finance, 2019 

Employment:
Product Assistant, Fibocom Wireless Inc.

Advice for current students:
“Participate in volunteer activities and internships, no matter if it's related to your degree or not, no matter if it is a Chinese company or a local company. Go to consultations, practice English with your tutors and lecturers, and don't be shy. Speak in English as much as you can.

Career Services at UofA is great, I gained a lot of support from them. My cover letter, English CV and Chinese CV were improved. I got my first internship in Adelaide through Career Services. The staff in the China Career Development Program are very friendly and supportive, and they gave me advice and directions when I felt lost. Many thanks to their great effort and help with Chinese students. I really appreciated their help.”

Jingmin Gu

Academic Program:
Master of Accounting, 2019

Employment:
Participant of Finance Leadership Development Program, Eaton China (Shanghai)

Advice for current students:
“I would suggest to make the most of Career Services. The Career Services team provides helpful assistance for your future careers, such as mock interviews, in-person resume checks, and free workshops. It is an asset to your life. 

Finding a job is difficult for most people. It also took me five months to find this job. Don't be panicked and anxious. Life is like a tunnel. When you pass through the darkness, there will be light. Don't give up, and don't doubt yourself, please.”

May Gu

Academic Program:
Master of Accounting and Finance, 2010

Employment:
Partner, Australia Chinese Law Firm (Adelaide)

Advice for current students:
"Follow your heart, work towards your dream, and you will become the person you want to be."

Yang Gu

Academic Program:
Master of Commerce, 2012

Employment:
Corporate Account Manager, China Construction Bank Tianjin Branch (Tianjin)

Advice for current students:
“If you are thinking about applying to jobs in China, you need to prepare the job application at least one semester before graduation, and do not miss the campus recruiting period each year.”

Lei Han

Academic Program:
Master of Property, 2017

Employment:
Director, Jones Lang Lasalle (JLL) (Shanghai)

Advice for current students:
“I would advise Chinese students to get work experience (internship, part-time or voluntary experience) associated with their programs while studying, as both Chinese and Australian employers require the candidates’ recent and relevant work experience. In addition, using career services provided by our university is an accessible and effective way to get exposure to potential employers, so visit their website regularly and participate in workshops held by them frequently!"

Stefanie Hou

Academic Program:
Master of Accounting and Marketing, 2019

Employment:
Adviser, KPMG Australia (Adelaide)

Advice for current students:
“Work hard and also play hard in the uni, just enjoy it and seize the moment. Getting a higher GPA will always be a good start, but if you are not a high achiever, that’s all good, just ensure you get a credit overall at least. Regarding playing hard, getting involved in the local community is really important, especially in a small city like Adelaide, building relationships will go a long way to help you succeed in your career, so joining a club you like, getting an internship in your dream organisation, volunteering in your interested area will all work out.”

Heidi Hu

Academic Program:
Master of Accounting and Marketing, 2016

Employment:
Commercial Analyst, Serco

Advice for current students:
“Stay "foolish", "hungry", "patient", "modest", "resilient", "flexible", "energetic", "passionate" to learn and grow all the time while you feel you are still smart and young.”

River Hu

Academic Program:
Master of Wine Business, 2016 

Employment:
Wine Regulatory Advisor, Wine Adelaide

Advice for current students:
“Be active on the things that you are passionate about, then find your own way to pursue your interests. Respect others, Be yourself.”

Gangfeng Huang

Academic Program:
Master of Accounting and Finance, 2011

Employment:
Relationship Manager, ANZ Bank (Melbourne)

Advice for current students:
“The graduates of UofA are the most completive and popular on the market, who obtain strong professional knowledge and practical skills for their careers. Meanwhile, I suggest they deepen their knowledge of their own field and get certificates such as CPA, ACCA, and CFA for business school students, which will be the unbeatable key to success.”

Han Jiang

Academic Program:

• Master of Business Law, 2012
• Master of Commerce (Marketing), 2012 

Employment:
LeanFox Mentor-China, Linfox Logistics (Jinan)

Advice for current students:
“Do some volunteering for uni to gain some useful working and communication skills. Study hard.”

Shanxiazi (Summer) Jiang

Academic Program:
Master of Finance and Business Economics, 2021

Employment:
External Audit and Analyst, Deloitte (Sydney)

Advice for current students:
“Try as many roles as possible when you are in the university and have free time to work as an intern, volunteer or have a part-time job, and in the journey, you can find what suits your current needs to start your first role. Don’t be afraid if you make a wrong choice when you start your first job because life is all about trial and error, and you will always find something that suits you the best out there. What might seem wrong now is not really wrong, you need to experience different things then define the life you want.”

Sharon Lam

Academic Program:
Master of Teaching (Middle and Secondary), 2021

Employment:
Secondary School Teacher, Hawker Area School (South Australia)

Advice for current students:

“Being proactive is the key to finding a graduate job in Australia. I recommend that Chinese students visit CareerHub, especially the International Project team. You will want to start planning your career pathways early, so book an appointment with CareerHub in the first year. The staff are knowledgeable in both Australian and Chinese workplaces and will give you the information and advice you are looking for. The resources on the CareerHub website also help me a lot in searching for new opportunities and applying for these positions. Compile all the information you have and start drafting your resume and cover letter. Even if you do not get the offer, you may ask the company for feedback and visit the CareerHub for advice regarding your resume and cover letter."

Shan Li

Academic Program:
PhD in Finance, 2014

Employment:
Assistant Professor, Xiamen University (Xiamen)

Advice for current students:
“Networking is increasingly important at present, especially in a foreign country. In particular, English is crucial for job hunting. Prepare yourself at every point so that when opportunities present, you can seize them more easily. Finally, good luck and enjoy your time in Australia!”

Stella Li

Academic Program:
Master of Accounting and Marketing, 2018

Employment:
Senior Analyst, KPMG Australia (Adelaide)

Advice for current students:
“Finding your first job is always hard but not that hard:
NETWORK: Reaching out to friends, colleagues, professors or their connections before graduating — is still the best way to land a job, never lock yourself at home searching for a job, referral is the easiest way to show your talent;
PATIENCE: There will be a job position for you for sure unless you've got more than 1000 rejections, otherwise never say it's hard to get a job;
BE PREPARED: Do enough research before each interview, 30 minutes to show people that you're the person that they should hire immediately;
CONFIDENCE: Never judging yourself is not good enough, you believe you can do this, 100% you can do this.”

Wen Li

Academic Program:
Master of Accounting and Finance, 2016

Employment:
Audit Specialist, Nuctech Company Limited

Advice for current students:
“What you have learned will never be useless. Be nice to everyone you meet and work as hard as you can in any position.”

Yewei Li

Academic Program:
Bachelor of Accounting, 2015

Employment:
Production Coordinator, Australia Auscess Wine Group (Adelaide)

Advice for current students:
“Start to seek a job from the first day in Uni. The earlier you start, the more chance you get. I regret that I only started from the last year at University. If I had started earlier, I would have had a clearer vision of what I wanted. It never hurts to learn more.”

Yanyu Liang

Academic Program:
Master of Accounting and Finance, 2019 

Employment:
Industry Development Officer, AUSVEG

Advice for current students:
“Compared with giving out advice, I would encourage you to explore yourself more. Volunteering, getting an internship, or getting job experience may be beneficial for you when you are job hunting (maybe not). However, do not ever be disappointed in yourself. If you can find out your passion from the way you have passed by, that will be the real fortune in your life.”

Beiou Liu

Academic Program:
Master of Marketing, 2014

Employment:
Sales Manager, Power Boost (Adelaide)

Advice for current students:
“English speaking skills are essential to your career as an overseas student.”

Lexie Liu

Academic Program:
Master of Accounting and Marketing, 2018 

Employment:
Business Manager - International Marketing (Greater China and North East Asia), Study Adelaide

Advice for current students:
“If you want to secure a job in Australia after graduation and you know what job you would like to do to kick start your career in a certain industry, my advice would be: 

• Try to find industry-relevant internships and volunteer for certain events/organisations that interest you. This will help you gradually build up your local connections while developing your networking skills.
• Setting up a LinkedIn profile that looks professional is essential as you would want to connect with people you meet in a professional setting.
• English language proficiency is important, but more importantly, familiarising yourself with the local culture, i.e. sports, arts, history, etc., will provide you will some extra edge.”

Qi Liu

Academic Program:
Master of Accounting and Finance, 2012

Employment:
Asset & System Accountant, City of Burnside (Adelaide)

Advice for current students:
“Find out what you want and work hard for it.”

Xiaochun Liu

Academic Program:
Master of Applied Economics, 2004

Employment:
Student Services Officer in ESOS Compliance, International Student Support at the University of Adelaide (Adelaide)

Advice for current students:
“I spent my six years of university life without really thinking about what I would like to do after completing my studies. I chose both my undergraduate and postgraduate programs for fantasy and not for career purposes. I took it for granted that I should spend my early twenties studying without thinking about the future. Now, looking back, I often wish I could have had my future career path planned while studying at university.”

Xinyue Liu

Academic Program:
Master of Applied Finance, 2021 

Employment:
Data Analysis, Bank of Hangzhou Co. Ltd 

Advice for current students:
“I suggest students find several internships before finding their first job and set a general goal of what kind of position to do. Have some pertinence learning related to the post. Make an Excel spreadsheet every chance and record the progress. Make clear reflections after every interview on how to give a better answer next time. Do not pursue the big name but choose what is suitable for you. Seize every opportunity!”

Yifu Liu

Academic Program:
Master of Accounting and Finance, 2012

Employment:
Senior Data Consultant, PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC Melbourne)

Advice for current students:
“Never give up and go beyond your limits.”

Lu Lu

Academic Program:
Master of Accounting and Finance, 2013

Employment:
Student Finance Officer, Student Finance, Student Services and Administration, the University of Adelaide (Adelaide)

Advice for current students:
“Experience is the absolute top priority. Interpersonal skills are just as important as your technical skills. Don’t be afraid to ask. I am a firm believer that you don’t get it if you don’t ask. Build your professional network as soon as possible and make sure you catch up with key contacts regularly to maintain a good relationship. Always BE YOURSELF! Don’t try to be someone different. Keep the confidence inside you and present a fun and unique personality to your potential employers. Work hard and opportunities will come and find you. In the meantime, don’t forget to have fun and enjoy the journey.”

Evan Lyu

Academic Program:
Master of Accounting and Marketing, 2016

Employment:
Risk & Assurance Graduate Officer, Department of Planning, Transport and Infrastructure (DPTI)

Advice for current students:
“I have a very simple formula for you: Getting a Job = Well Rounded = High GPA + Advanced English skills + Good Communication skills + Teamwork Spirit + Volunteering Activities + Internship Experience. It sounds easy, but it takes time and incredibly hard work to be there. If you are experiencing a failure, just be resilient, admit your inadequacy and try your best to improve it. Job hunting is an exhausting but fascinating game, and the key to this game is actually your perseverance.”

Emma Ma

Academic Program:
Master of Accounting and Finance, 2020

Employment:
Accountant, Ennio Cutone Accountants Consultants

Advice for current students:
“Please plan your career ahead of time and use all available resources to prepare yourself for the job. Technical skills and soft skills are equally important in your career, so think about what you can do to develop those skills. Maybe you can look at job descriptions to see what recruiters typically ask of you and then go from there. Alternatively, go to the Career Services office and ask them for help.”

Xing Meng

Academic Program:
Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting), 2011

Employment:
Finance Officer, Department of Education & Training (Melbourne)

Advice for current students:
“Work hard, stay positive, be open to criticism and keep learning. Surround yourself with happy, warm and genuine people. Never give up.”

Vanessa Ou

Academic Program:
Master of Accounting and Finance, 2013

Employment:
Assistant Accountant, WPP AUNZ (Sydney)

Advice for current students:
“- Never ever doubt yourself because you are capable of so much more than you think!
 - Stay focused. Work hard and work smart to get what you really want in life.
- Push yourself out of your comfort zone and socialise with people from all backgrounds.
- Interpersonal and communication skills are as important as technical skills for landing a job in Australia.”

Min Qi

Academic Program:
Master of Accounting, 2017 

Employment:
Business Analyst, S.Kidman & Co Ltd

Advice for current students:
“Step out of the comfort zone. Be brave and network with people from different backgrounds. Be open-minded.”

Wanjun Qiu

Academic Program:
Master of Accounting and Marketing, 2015

Employment:
Credit Analyst, Westpac

Advice for current students:
“All the experience you gain is good experience.”

Jing Ren

Academic Program:
Master of Accounting and Finance, 2018

Employment:
Assistant Accountant, R.M. Williams

Advice for current students:
“First, be confident, trust that you will get a good job in Australia.
Second, joining or attending volunteering activities or social clubs will develop and improve your personal skills (like communication and teamwork skills) and professional skills.
Third, find a part-time job or internship if possible; it will help you have more connections.”

Shuai Shao

Academic Program:
Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting), 2009

Employment:
Deputy Manager, International Business Division of QIJI Trade Group, Qing Dao

Advice for current students:
“Look out for opportunities and don't be shy to ask for help from people when necessary.”

Katie Shi

Academic Program:
Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting), 2014 

Employment:
Manager, Tax Services, Deloitte Australia

Advice for current students:
“Start to plan your future career as early as possible. Equip yourself with strong academic records and excellent interpersonal skills. Build up your self-confidence and remember to be yourself. Don’t be afraid to step out of your comfort zone and challenge yourself.”

Olivia Sun

Academic Program:
Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting and Corporate Finance), 2018

Employment:
Auditor, Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu (Adelaide)

Advice for current students:
“Understand what makes you different from any domestic students and let companies know your value from your international background which can possibly line you up with a better offer. Develop a career plan early and stay focused, disciplined, persistent and execute that plan.

Keep positive and keep going.”

Sherrie Tang

Academic Program:
Master of Accounting and Marketing, 2018 

Employment:
International Recruitment Officer, Marketing and Communications, University of Adelaide

Advice for current students:
“First thing first, I would encourage all Chinese students to step outside of their comfort zone to communicate with and learn about Australian culture. It's never easy, but essential for a newcomer to improve language skills and adapt to local life. Also, maximise opportunities to socialise on different occasions, both social and professional, since Australia is a place where networking matters for job hunting.”

Ling Wang

Academic Program:
Masters of Applied Project Management, 2014

Employment:
Project Engineer, Jones Lang LaSale (JLL) (Beijing)

Advice for current students:
“No matter where you want to find a job, either in China or Australia, preparing relevant work experience is encouraged given the condition that you have mastered knowledge from the class.”

Olivia Wang

Academic Program:
Bachelor of Finance (International), 2013

Employment:
Senior Consultant, Transaction Services, PwC (Melbourne)

Advice for current students:
“Good English skills are essential. It will make a difference. Be confident and have faith in yourself. Anything is possible.”

Sophia Wang

Academic Program:
Bachelor of Commerce, 2016

Employment:
Principle, Duwin Accounting & Finance

Advice for current students:
“- There are many ways to get there (find a job), not just one method
- If you are good at studying, get good grades. If you are a social person, go network. If you like to get some experience, do volunteer work
- English is very important in order to stay here
- You will find a job eventually, don't stop trying and enjoy the process.”

Taiji Wang

Academic Program:

• Master of Business Research, 2012
• Bachelor of Accounting, 2011

Employment:
Senior Data Scientist, Glencore (Perth)

Advice for current students:
“Be brave and speak out, embrace the culture, and study hard.”

Xiao Wang

Academic Program:
Master of Applied Project Management, 2012
Bachelor of Computer Science, 2010

Employment:
Project Manager, Magnetic Alliance

Advice for current students:
“Do or do not. There is no try.”

Xizhi Wang

Academic Program:
Master of Property, 2020

Employment:
Analyst (Strategic Advisory), Savills (Guangzhou)

Advice for current students:
“Find the professional industry body(s) in your field, and become a member. Join and attend professional organisation meetings. It is an efficient way to meet professionals and expand networking. Maybe you will get an opportunity this way.”

Xun (Angela) Wang

Academic Program:
Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting) and a Bachelor of Laws, 2010

Employment:
Senior Associate, Norman Waterhouse Lawyers
Co-Director, Australia China Young Professional Initiative (SA)
Strategic Adviser, Australia China Business Council(SA).

Advice for current students:
“Strong academic records are important but your social and communication skills will assist you to kick start your career. Do not be afraid to ask and always be prepared.”

Yikai Wang

Academic Program:
Masters of Global Food and Agriculture Business, 2012
Professional Certificate in International Trade Program, 2012

Employment:
Senior financial advisor, Nomura Orient International Securities Co., Ltd. Beijing Branch

Advice for current students:
“Be flexible, if you want to survive in the ocean of careers; try to make yourself as adaptive as possible. Be brave to try, no opportunity is right there ready for you to collect. It'll always be painful in the beginning due to lack of experience; being upset is also quite common as well; same as the feeling of desperation. But struggling is somehow better than being knocked out at this point. By struggling hard, you can also grow really fast, and it is the procedure when you really get to learn how to be flexible.”

Junjie (Jessica) Wei

Academic Program:
Master of Accounting and Finance, 2014

Employment:
Auditor, Galpins Accountants, Auditors & Business Consultants (Adelaide)

Advice for current students:
“If you tend to find a job back in China (especially in big cities):

• Apparently, competition in China is quite fierce, but do hold the positive attitude.
• Do not expect a pretty high salary from your employer if you are fresh.
• Be clear about what kind of industry and field you would like to have a go in.
• Be modest & humble.
• Practice priority setting & time management skills.
• Learn to handle pressure & adapt to changes.
• Maintain a good relationship with your team. Any of them shall be your great guide & support.
• Do some reasonable social activities (i.e. join some clubs) & learn more about your career.
• Set a target once you have a clear career plan and fight for it.
• Set up a good reputation, but it does not mean to be nice all the time. Understand your baseline & say "No" whenever it is necessary.
• Communicate with your boss frequently and always try to fulfil his/her targets. Do not be afraid to express your concerns about your work and workload.
• Never stop studying & keep reflecting on yourself.”

Carrie Wu

Academic Program:
Master of Accounting and Marketing, 2018

Employment:
Securities affairs representative, Suzhou Endowa Co., Ltd

Advice for current students:
“1. To find a job in Australia, we need to be persistent and serious. Our communication skills are not as good as the local people, so we need to be more diligent and persistent in order to get relative interview opportunities.
2. Take part in more extracurricular competitions. For example, when I participated in the UBS competition, students with good rankings could go directly to UBS headquarters in Sydney for an internship. With a very beautiful internship experience, good job opportunities will come. Whether in foreign countries or at home, it is essential to obtain social experience as much as possible.
3. Attend more interview training and strive for more interview opportunities. Failure is not terrible. What's terrible is that a good opportunity is in front of you, but you perform poorly. When you attend more interviews, you will naturally find the interview rules and form your own style. By making a good impression on the interviewer can be one step ahead of others.”

Emma Xie

Academic Program:
Master of Accounting and Finance, 2015 

Employment:
Senior Analyst, Deloitte (Adelaide)

Advice for current students:
“- Keep a "Can-do" attitude so that nothing can stand in your way.
- Be well-rounded so that you can enjoy teamwork.
- Develop your unique selling point and just be yourself.”

Ting Xiong

Academic Program:
Master of Wine Business, 2017

Employment:
Brand Manager, ABM (China)

Advice for current students:
“There are a few different things in finding a job in China and in Australia. If you are planning to find a job in a country that does not speak your first language. Language is the skill to prioritise and to improve. Also, fitting into local culture helps understand the domestic market. Communication skills are important in all workplaces. Language and domestic culture are two important tools that can help you better communicate with others. No matter which country, seek an internship that is related to your major when you are studying at the university. It is better to get a paid job. I ain't talking about the salary, it is more about building self-confidence in your career. Always be prepared for job interviews when you do not have much work experience. Just try anything.”

Jinman Xu

Academic Program:
Master of Accounting and Finance, 2019

Employment:
Experienced Audit Consultant, PricewaterhouseCoopers (Adelaide)

Advice for current students:
“During your life in uni, I strongly recommend that:

• Seek internship opportunities
• Work as a volunteer to experience local social events
• Grow your skills and keep your knowledge up-to-date throughout your study and be ready

Most importantly;

• Never be afraid, and always be positive
• Make today's decision with tomorrow in mind”

Yi Xu

Academic Program:
Master Global Food and Agriculture Business, 2013 

Employment:
Marketing and Customer Insights Associate, Convenience Store Business Channel, Metro Cash& Carry (China) (Shanghai)

Advice for current students:
“Visit China during the semester break to cope with the fast changes in China and explore work opportunities. Polish and Practice your English skills, specifically in writing and speaking.”

Kai Yan

Academic Program:
Master of Applied Project Management (Project Systems), 2018

Employment:
Human Resources, Geely Auto Group

Advice for current students:

"- While studying, study hard and master what you are required in your major;
- Prepare your CV early and keep sending it to suitable employers;
- Attend events hosted by the university or related organisations, build your social connections as early as you can; prepare your card, give it to the new people you meet at events;
- Make appointments and come to Career Services, talk to the officers; it will help a lot;
- Just have a little FAITH!

GOOD LUCK!"

Lu Yang

Academic Program:
Master of Wine Business, 2019

Employment:
Tourism & Marketing Officer, Hahndorf Inn Investment

Advice for current students:
“Connecting with the industry you aim to explore is the most important thing. Try to start your first internship as early as possible, even when you just enter the university, finding an internship/job that is relevant to your industry will give you more support when approaching graduation.”

Sonia Yin

Academic Program:
Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting), 2016 

Employment:
Internal Auditor, Reserve Bank of Australia

Advice for current students:
“The most important step for an international student studying overseas is not to make a decision of whether to work in Australia or in China or anywhere in the world, but to start to plan and prepare early for their future career. Be attentive to opportunities and resources available to you and make the most use of them. Networking only becomes crucial if you can already demonstrate the desired qualities of a valuable employer. Until then, I would encourage you to invest more time in yourself to gain more exposure to different environments, advance continuous learning and always reflect on your progress.”

Jia You

Academic Program:
Master of Applied Finance, 2010

Employment:
Project Officer - China, Department of State Development SA

Advice for current students:
“No matter whether you already have a job or are looking for a job, keep improving yourself and expand your horizons, and go out and find opportunities.”

Qiumu Yu

Academic Program:
Master of Accounting and Marketing, 2013

Employment:
Assistant Station Manager, China Southern Airlines(Adelaide Office)

Advice for current students:
“No matter how good you were as a student or not that good in school, you will be a blank piece of paper when you get into your first job. Just open your mind and get ready for a new study journey. Try to be a positive communicator, which will help you improve as fast as you can. Most importantly, be patient with yourself, and believe that all good things will get close to you as long as you keep doing the right things.”

Tao Yu

Academic Program:
Master of Accounting and Finance, 2016

Employment:
Director / Producer, Untitled Pictures

Advice for current students:
“You mustn't be afraid to dream a little bigger, darling.”

Xufeng Yu

Academic Program:
Master of Accounting and Finance, 2011

Employment:
Operation and Compliance Manager, Zijing Rural Commercial Bank of Jiangsu (Nanjing)

Advice for current students:
“Study hard on your major and practice your language skills, and never lose your connections with both Australia and China”

Yuan Yuan

Academic Program:
Master of Global Food and Agricultural Business, 2012

Employment:
Export Manager, Wines by Geoff Hardy (Adelaide)

Advice for current students:
“Get prepared; be confident and passionate”

Raymond Zeng

Academic Program:
Master of Wine Business, 2017 

Employment:
Export Manager, Bec Hardy Wines

Advice for current students:
“1. Never run away by saying I am not ready for what I want (job or goal); you can always be preparing and improving by starting that specific work or at least something similar. ‘Not ready’ is just an excuse for you to step away.
2. For Chinese students, no matter what discipline you are doing, they all require practical skills and a good understanding of the specific industry. I would sincerely suggest that all students should go out and approach the real world, not just study at university. By visiting companies, talking to the staff, and attending industry events, you will learn a lot while enjoying it! Further, speaking English has always been reluctant and not confident for most international students; as per the advice above, never say, ‘My English is not good enough yet to find a job’ because the only way to improve is to work with and talk to local people. Spending your spare time writing and sending your CV out to find a job in the industry or even just some table service would significantly improve your English in all aspects (which I did in a bar & café in 2015-2016).
3. Be brave, be confident, stay uncomfortable, you will find nothing is that difficult.”

Hangyu Zhang

Academic Program:
Master of Accounting and Marketing, 2012 

Employment:
Auditor, Dezan Shira & Associates Shanghai Branch (Shanghai)

Advice for current students:
“It is very important to show solid English skills during the interview as well as the experience gained during the study in Australia. Employers are always interested in candidates with their own thoughts about their career and future objective.”

Lingyue Zhang

Academic Program:
Master of Accounting and Marketing, 2014 

Employment:
Internship Coordinator, Faculty of the Professions, the University of Adelaide (Adelaide)

Advice for current students:
“Get involved in different kinds of extracurricular activities such as volunteering and internships, and don’t start preparing for job hunting in the last semester, get ready earlier.”

Peiliang Zhang

Academic Program:
Master of Corporate Finance and Business Economics, 2015 

Employment:
Finance Officer, HSS (Home Support Services)

Advice for current students:
“Don’t be misled by the rumour. Try your best to understand the Australian Culture and find out what area needs to be improved. If you choose to go back to China, plan early and start to look at the opportunities in Career Hub.” 

Skye Zhang

Academic Program:
Master of Wine Business, 2019 

Employment:
Sales Executive, ASC Fine Wines

Advice for current students:
“Don't hesitate to try, show your passion and be positive. Plan your career development pathway and enrich your social and work experience during school time.”

Alice Zhong

Academic Program:
Master of Property, 2020

Employment:
Assistant Analyst, Jones Lang LaSalle (Guangzhou)

Advice for current students:
“Be proactive and be open to any internship opportunities. Don't hesitate to connect with your professors, fellow students and local society.”

Wenyu Zhou

Academic Program:
Master in Global Food and Agricultural Business, 2013

Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting), 2008

Employment:
Executive Director, Investment Department of Yuyuan Beauty Healthcare Group, ONE Fosun (China)

Advice for current students:
“Today’s job market has become increasingly competitive globally. It’s really important to differentiate yourself from the crowd. Perfect academic transcripts and relevant extracurricular activities that can demonstrate leadership quality would definitely help you to get through the door.”

Bingru Zhu

Academic Program:
Master of Commerce, 2013 

Employment:
Academic Coordinator, University of Michigan-Shanghai Jiao Tong University Joint Institute (Shanghai)

Advice for current students:
“Prepare your CV and personal statement perfectly. Improve yourself in various areas for your future career path.”

Robin Zhu

Academic Program:
Bachelor of Arts, 2012

Employment:
Managing Director, Social Power (Melbourne)

Advice for current students:
"I always appreciate the help and support I received from the Career Services of UofA. I strongly recommend that all graduating students visit Career Services as the first step towards getting a job. From a proper resume to interview skills, I learned a lot to keep myself on the right track when I was looking for my first job.

My second piece of advice is to develop your transversal skills as much as your professional knowledge. As international students with totally different cultural backgrounds and languages, sometimes we have to pay more attention to communicating with others. So I believe good communication skills, open-mindedness, a positive attitude, etc., will also be a big help."

Jianjun Xiang

Academic Program:
PhD in Medicine, 2014

Employment:
Postdoctoral Research Fellow, Discipline of Public Health, the University of Adelaide (Adelaide)

Advice for current students:
“It is important to strengthen your expertise and meanwhile improve your emotional intelligence. Keep a close eye on where your field is headed and don't keep your head buried in the sand. Chance always favours the prepared mind.”

Ben Zhu

Academic Program:
Bachelor of Psychological Science, 2011

Employment:
Co-founder, ddStudy

Advice for current students:
“Don’t aim too high; grab whatever you can, and start from the bottom because it is the best place to grow. Down to earth, don’t be like everyone else, start building up your resume now by doing part-time work or internships if you wish to work in Australia; act now and find some work opportunities before graduation if you wish to work in China.”

Alice Chang

Academic Program:
Master of Engineering (Civil & Environmental), 2017

Employment:
Site Engineer, Lendlease Sydney

Advice for current students:
“Firstly, opportunities do not come in the ways you expect them to, so be open-minded. Secondly, do not slack off at any time, even after you get a job.”

Qi Chen

Academic Program:
Bachelor of Computer Graphics, 2013

Employment:
Founder & CEO, OpenLot.com.au (Melbourne)

Advice for current students:
“Don't be afraid to try new things. It is okay if your first job doesn't fit you. Try to find what you actually love in the first ten years of your career and get better at it!"

Yidi Chen

Academic Program:
Master of Landscape Architecture, 2018

Employment:
Landscape Architect, Space Landscape Designs (Sydney)

Advice for current students:
“Try to gain more work experience and practice English as much as possible before you graduate. Utilise all the services at Career Services as much as you can. Be positive, be friendly, be confident and keep smiling.”

Xinyu Dai

Academic Program:
Bachelor of Engineering (Honour) (Electrical and Electronics), 2017

Employment:
Graduate Engineer, PSD Energy

Advice for current students:
“Scrutinise your future self (i.e., the person you want to be) referring to your dream job's description to identify what you are currently still short of. Make a list of them and prioritise them. Don't panic, as it might not be short. Just empower yourself, focus on developing the top five and ignore the rest until you believe you are done with one. Then revisit your list to pick the top five again. Keep rolling, and with time, you will be over-competent to a graduate job.”

Dawei Deng

Academic Program:
Master of Computing and Innovation, 2012

Employment:
UX Lead, treefin GmbH (Germany)

Advice for current students:
“Stay positive, and don’t give up. Always try to learn new skills which might lead you to a new job."

Ran Ding

Academic Program:
Bachelor of Computer Science, 2012

Employment:
Principal Developer, Atlassian (California)

Advice for current students:
“Always challenge yourself, try to push the boundaries of your comfort zone even for a small assignment. There is a Chinese saying: A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step."

Rui (Rachel) Feng

Academic Program:
Bachelor of Computer Science, 2011

Employment:
Manager Product Analytics, Commonwealth Bank

Advice for current students:
“A pass for a subject is not enough. A good transcript increases the chance of finding your first job even a casual job at university."

Dorothy Jia

Academic Program:
Master of Computing and Innovation, 2021

Employment:
Automation Test Engineer, PwC Australia (Adelaide)

Advice for current students:
“To gain personal soft skills and professional skills, take part in university career-related events such as employability workshops, participate in a wide range of activities to expand your network and find topics that you are interested in exploring more to build your strengths.”

Zhihao Jiang

Academic Program:
Master of Engineering (Civil & Structural) (1st Class Honours), 2015

Employment:
Civil/Structural Engineer, Department of Planning, Transport and Infrastructure (DPTI)

Advice for current students:
“Be proactive in job hunting. Trust yourself and know your personal strengths and industry needs. Cherish every networking opportunity and try everything possible to land your first job. Meanwhile, keeping a sound academic record will also help you to receive interview opportunities from your dream companies.”

Alan Lei

Academic Program:
Master of Engineering (Mechanical) (Honour), 2016

Employment:
Traffic Congestion Reduction Engineer, Department for Infrastructure and Transport

Advice for current students:
“To be integrated into Australian society, you will have to understand their culture and habits. However, keep in mind the fact that you are not born in Australia, so it is ok to be different; in fact, most organisations encourage a multicultural workplace, so don’t be afraid to be a foreigner, and be confident to show off our cultural uniqueness. Experience is very important; try to do some voluntary jobs to start off, don’t be picky with jobs, even if there is only a tiny bit of connection to your qualifications, take it, you will need this experience later on to find the right role for you.”

Bo Li

Academic Program:
Master of Cybersecurity, 2022

Employment:
Integration Analyst Programmer, AnglicareSA

Advice for current students:

“Value your time at the University by actively participating in campus activities and engaging with individuals from diverse backgrounds. Don't be afraid to make mistakes, especially in the context of the English language. Don't hesitate to ask questions and seek clarification. Embrace multiple interviews; take advantage of each interview as a chance to improve your interview skills. Stay patient; the job-hunting process may present various challenges, try to utilise the knowledge you've acquired to seize each opportunity.”

Mingxuan Li

Academic Program:
Bachelor of Computer Science, 2012

Employment:
Senior Software Engineer, 86 400 (Sydney)

Advice for current students:
“Resilience. Always keep updated with the latest technology, adopt strategies, cope with stress, learn to communicate and deal with clients.”

Xin Li

Academic Program:
PhD (Natural Resources Management) - Ongoing
Bachelor of Sciences (Hon), 2009

Employment:
Senior WHS Consultant: Systems and Audit, Work Environment Group, Division of Human Resources, Australian National University

Advice for current students:
“Keep looking, never give up and build useful working relationships with your lecturers and fellow students. Always save a network for a career.”

Yao Li

Academic Program:
PhD in computer science, 2017

Employment:
Senior Applied Scientist, Microsoft (USA)

Advice for current students:
“I think connection is crucial when finding a job, such as connections on Linkedin. Big technical companies all have referral programs, so if you know someone at the company you applied for, it is much easier to get an interview if he/she can refer you for the position.”

Tong Liang

Academic Program:

• PhD candidate in Civil Engineering;
• Master of Structural Engineering, 2012

Employment:

Director, My Homes (SA) Pty Ltd

Advice for current students:
“Attend industry workshops and Career Expos. You can join relevant organisations or look for help from the Uni Career Services. Take Engineers Australia, for example, which is an organisation for engineers. By attending the seminars held by it, you can obtain up-to-date information about your industry and know more professionals.”

Zhibin Liao

Academic Program:

• Bachelor of Computer Science (honours), 2013
• PhD in Computer Science, 2017

Employment:

Research, Australian Institute for Machine Learning (AIML)

Advice for current students:
“When you decide to do something, don't do it 50%, or 95%, try to finish it in 100% -- this includes your university study”

Joy Liu

Academic Program:
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Civil & Structural), 2018

Employment:
Graduate Structural Engineer, WSP Adelaide

Advice for current students:

“ 1. Volunteering is a great way to develop teamwork and communication skills, practise English, and expand your network. 

  2. Studying the courses well in university is important, as it helps you to build a solid understanding of the fundamental principles that will be used in your job if you pursue a profession relevant to your field of study.

  3. Join professional organisations in your industry as a student member, such as Engineers Australia if you are studying engineering. Attending events held by these organisations and networking with professionals will help you to gain valuable industry insights. It can also assist with determining your career pathways.

  4. Utilise the Career Services on campus. There are many useful workshops and programs that can help you develop job-hunting skills. The Career Access Mentoring Program is a great program that can help you gain industry insights and expand your professional network.”

Stephanie Liu

Academic Program:
Master of Computing and Innovation, 2019

Employment:
System Analyst, Office of the Commissioner for Public Sector Employment

Advice for current students:
“Figure out who you are. Determine what you want to be known for. Become a lifelong learner.”

Steve Liu

Academic Program:
Bachelor of Food and Nutrition Science, 2017

Employment:
Event Coordinator, Euniteve Entertainment

Advice for current students:
“The University has certainly prepared us well, however, in job hunting - the first battle awaits after graduation. It is not only about the knowledge we learnt but also who we have become. The way we think, express, act and collaborate with others all counts. There are many ways to win this battle. To me, cognition (or cognitive upgrade) is the 'weapon' I chose, which shaped me into who I am today - a better person and capable of challenging the battles ahead.”

Yu Mu

Academic Program:
Master of Computer Science, 2012

Employment:
Reporting Analyst, CoreLogic AU (Adelaide)

Advice for current students:
“Improve your English language skills; Network with people in the industry and get advice from them (get info from Career Service). Try your best to get a permanent residency if you want to find work experience in SA. Write the good tailored resumes and cover letters for the jobs they really want and send out good universal resumes for the other jobs (get advice from Career Service). Practise interview skills (get advice from Career Service).”

Yue Qu

Academic Program:
PhD in agricultural plant science, 2018

Employment:
Research Associate, The University of Adelaide

Advice for current students:
“- Be clear about your strengths and weaknesses
- Networking is always an effective tool when hunting for a job, both in Australia and China
- Stay positive, and find what makes you passionate”

Michael Ren

Academic Program:
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Civil & Structural), 2018

Employment:
Graduate Engineer, WMAwater (Sydney)

Advice for current students:
“1. Follow Career Services at Uni
2. Be hungry, be curious, and be passionate
3. Make the most of the resources as a student at the University
4. Outside of your study, there are several things you can do to help your career, including:

• Volunteer on and off-campus
• Internships and research experience
• Some part-time work experience helps too
• Something inside is the most important thing: Passion and enthusiasm towards this career path”

Kiven Shan

Academic Program:
Master of Computer Science, 2018

Employment:
Computer Technician, Allied Corporation (Adelaide)

Advice for current students:
“Firstly, you should already have a clear and concise resume ready to go before applying for any jobs, and then, try to apply for as many jobs as you can. Most importantly, don't be frustrated if you don't hear back from them.  
Be well-prepared for the interview as early as possible, as you don't know when it will happen. Usually, when you receive a phone call from an employer, you do not have much time to prepare for it.”

Wenlang Su

Academic Program:
Bachelor of Electrical & Electronics, 2016

Employment:
Product Manager, 39Jiankangwang

Advice for current students:
“You must figure out the kind of jobs you would like to do when still on campus. Try to find out the duty and content of the job by searching on a job website or some vertical forums. Once you clear your objectives, analyse what you lack or what needs to be improved. Try your best to find all the good resources (websites or books) to study, and make yourself to have the ability to be competent for the job.”

Hongyi Sun

Academic Program:
Bachelor of Mechatronic Engineering (Honours), 2019

Employment:
Software Development Engineer, Lucid Consulting Australia

Advice for current students:
“In recruiting students fresh out of university, most employers value your experiences (could be either industry-related or volunteering) and your soft skills (e.g. communication, teamwork abilities, time management and initiative to learn new things) over GPA. This is not saying academic results are not important, they are important to showcase your dedication and learning abilities, but not the only attribute employers value.”

Fiona Tang

Academic Program:
Bachelor of Engineering (Civil & Structural) (Honours), 2016

Employment:
Structural Engineer, Triaxial Consulting

Advice for current students:
“Try your best to find an internship locally. After 3 months of an internship, you can ask your manager whether you can continue to do work experience in that company, maybe not full time, which can be just 1 or 2 days per week. The length doesn’t matter, it will make you busy for a while, but after a few months, you will find it is worth it. You will gain much more experience and help develop your future career. In addition, since you will have been working in that company for so long, it will give you more possibility to stay in that company as a full-time staff member. So, good luck, and I wish you every success in your future career.”

Yuan Tian

Academic Program:
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Geochemistry - Chemical Engineering, 2013

Employment:
Environmental Geochemistry, BHP (Perth)

Advice for current students:
“Stay "hungry", stay "smart". Be strong and speak out bravely.”

Gabriel Wang

Academic Program:
Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical and Electronics), 2021

Employment:
Design Engineer (Wireless communication R&D), Jabil (Shanghai)

Advice for current students:
“1. Don't let "I am not good enough" to stop you from exploring.
2. GPA is important but not the deciding factor. Be social and positive.
3. It's free to attend seminars, send out resumes, and get interviews. The worst that can happen is you get a "no," but you'll learn something in the process.”

Xiuquan Wang

Academic Program:
Master of Computing and Innovation, 2019

Employment:
Senior Software QA Engineer, ByteDance Inc. (Shenzhen)

Advice for current students:
“1. Be well prepared for every project you do at the University. 
2. Data talks, think about the key results of your project and demonstrate it with data.
3. For Computer Science students, programming skills are really important.
4. Attend workshops arranged by CareerHub and polish your resume as early as possible.”

Zhengyu Wen

Academic Program:
Ph.D in Agriculture and Natural Resources, 2016

Employment:
Molecular Biologist, International Maize and Wheat Improvement Center (CIMMYT)

Advice for current students:
“I strongly recommend that Chinese students participate in social activities in Australia. I’m talking about multinational or Australian events where everyone speaks English. The reason for that is, based on my experience and the people around me's experience, there is still a huge language barrier between most of the Chinese students and English-speaking communities. The Chinese community is very big in Australia, big enough to be self-sustaining, which means you can live or study in Australia even without good English skills. But when you graduate, when you place yourself on the "waiting for employment" shelf -- good communication skills, enable you to impress your future employer within a few minutes, which could be as critical as -- or even more important -- than your GPA.”

Dao Xiang

Academic Program:
Master of Computer Science, 2008

Employment:
Software Developer, REA Group, Melbourne (Melbourne)

Advice for current students:
“Get to know what programming languages and tools companies use to build software. Local tech meet-ups are a good way to get such information. Don’t stress too much about your residency status; you can get a job without a PR. Find a part-time job to support your life and gain work experience, but don’t sacrifice your studies for that. Instead, take the time to work on some side projects or open source projects; your work will pay off.”

Molly Xu

Academic Program:
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Structural Engineering, 2015

Employment:
Design Engineer, WSP Adelaide

Advice for current students:
“You might not have work experience and excellent English skills, however, you need to identify what else in your background can demonstrate your own strength to stand out from others. One thing all job winners have in common is they always have in-depth knowledge and confidence about their strengths, so I strongly recommend you to keep boosting your abilities towards your own specialities. Thus, when a job opportunity shows up, you are always at an advantage and competitive situation.”

Sha Yang

Academic Program:
Master of Viticulture and Oenology, 2019

Employment:
Vintage Winemaker, Chateau Nine Peaks

Advice for current students:
“Well, the cases are different from each other. But I think we all find language is the base for everything. Enhance your English and communication skills. Then take your own initiatives, reach out proactively, polish your CV, send them out, and most importantly, don’t feel set back if you are not hearing back; keep trying.”

Jingjing Ye

Academic Program:
PhD, School of Mechanical Engineering, 2017

Employment:
Business Consulting Manager, EY (Sydney)

Advice for current students:
“No.1 It's absolutely critical to learn to speak English fluently. No.2 Learn how to learn at university as you constantly have to pick up new skills on the go. No. 3 Make full use of report writing and presentation/public speaking opportunities. Treat them seriously!”

Xin Yuan

Academic Program:

• Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Electrical and Electronics Engineering, 2016 
• Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Electronics Engineering, 2021

Employment:
Senior Research Associate, The University of Adelaide

Advice for current students:
“I would suggest students actively engage more with the University and professional activities, including serving in professional and school/faculty/university committees.”

Jason Zheng

Academic Program:
Master of Engineering (civil and structural), 2015

Employment:
Senior Structural Engineer, Mott MacDonald

Advice for current students:
“Networking is the key to finding a job in Australia, especially in Adelaide. Employers always give priority to the people they know or the people referred from the ones they know. So do not miss a chance to go to any industry-related events or seminars and chat with those who might help you in your future career.”

Zoey Zhou

Academic Program:
Master of Computing and Innovation, 2021

Employment:
Graduate IT Consulting, Deloitte Services Pty Ltd (Adelaide)

Advice for current students:
“I would suggest students spare more time to engage in extracurricular activities such as projects, volunteering, and/or part-time jobs. These experiences will improve your networking and communication skills.”