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CVs for Graduate Research Students - Workshop

Description:
Are you a MRes or PhD student looking to create a standout CV?
Join our interactive workshop with Justine McKenna, Career and Leadership Partner, Jason Ford, Industry Programs Coordinator,  and Chris Bilsland, GRD Professional Skills Advisor, to learn essential tips and strategies.
 
Whether you're aiming for an internship, research position, faculty roles, or industry jobs, a well-crafted CV is crucial.
 
Agenda:
 
1PM-3PM Interactive presentation and workshop by Justine McKenna
  1. Understanding the Purpose:** Learn why a customised CV matters
  2. Structuring Your CV:**What to include and Not to include
  3. Showcasing Impact: ** Your capabilities and contributions
  4. Reviewing academic and industry CVs ** Align to the role
  5. Do's and Don'ts ** Tips and feedback.

3-4PM Time for individual CV questions and feedback. 

This workshop will be ON CAMPUS.

To secure your spot, hit the Register button.

Attachments
Date: Tuesday 23 June 2026
Time: 01:00 PM to 04:00 PM
Audiences

Graduate Research Students

Venue(s): 17WW 330X
Facilitator(s): Justine McKenna, Jason Ford, Chris Bilsland
Enquiries: gr.development@mq.edu.au
Registration closes: Monday 22 June 2026 05:00 PM



Researcher Type
For GR candidates only
Year of Candidature (FTE)







Terms & Conditions

  1. Graduate Research students who register for this training event but do not attend will be reported to their Principal Supervisor and Faculty Liaison Coordinator, and may be restricted from participating in future graduate research training events.
  2. To cancel your registration, select 'unregister' in your registration confirmation or email the event enquiry contact as soon as possible.
  3. Your MQ ID number is the unique identifier for your registration and will not be disclosed.