‘International Student’ to ‘International Advisor’ Program
Be an International Advisor
Calling on international students and graduates in Victoria to join the ‘International Student’ to ‘International Advisor’ Program, a series of workshops designed to connect you with the broader student and business community in Melbourne.
Share your experiences and insights as experts on your countries and engage with Melbourne’s business community helping them to understand the fast-changing Asia landscape. Asia will deliver two-thirds of global growth over the next ten years, your insights from Asia offer critical knowledge for Australia’s economic recovery, business growth and future prosperity. This first series of workshops focuses on Asia’s fastest growing economies - China, India, Indonesia, Philippines and Vietnam.
The ‘International Student’ to ‘International Advisor’ Program is supported by Study Melbourne as a part of the Study Melbourne Inclusion Program (SMIP), delivered by Asialink Business in partnership with the City of Melbourne. The program will:
- Create a platform for you to generate and share your knowledge and experience in understanding and navigating the fast-changing Asia landscape with other students and local businesses
- Support you to develop your professional networks, connect you with local businesses and building understanding of the Australian workplace
- Help you build a greater sense of belonging as you meet new people, exchange stories, and build deeper connections
Eligibility
You must be an international student or have graduated within the last 3 years, and be studying, or have studied, at an educational institution in Victoria. You will come from one of the following countries:
- China
- India
- Indonesia
- Philippines
- Vietnam
You must also be available to attend the two workshops in-person.
Program Dates
Application Close: 13 August 2023
Application Outcome: 18 August 2023
Workshop 1: Getting Connected and Sharing Stories: 2 September 2023, 12pm - 4.30pm
Workshop 2: Telling Your Story and Building Networks: 23 September 2023, 12pm - 4.30pm
Interested in joining the program in 2023?
Join the ‘International Student’ to ‘International Advisor’ Program to share your expertise on Asia, build your global capabilities and professional networks!
Apply here
Successful applicants will be announced on 18 August 2023