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www.studentvillage.co.za Student Village @SVillage
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UNILEVER FUTURE LEADERS
AND INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME
JOIN SOUTH AFRICA’S
#1 TOP EMPLOYER!
Take our 400 powerhouse brands and the two billion consumers who useour products every day. Take a worldwide turnover of almost €50 billionand the €1 billion we invest each year on Research and Development.Take the millions of lives we’re improving through the Unilever SustainableLiving Plan. Take everything that makes us a world-leading company.And then double it.
This is the ambition that we’ve set ourselves - to create a second
Unilever and a brighter future for all South Africans. It’s hugely
ambitious, and it’s going to be .Visit our website and like us on Facebook for more information on the UnileverFuture Leaders Graduate and Internship Programmes.
Students studying in South Africa can apply to be placed in one of the following Unilever
territories: Ethiopia, Ghana, Ivory Coast, Kenya, Mozambique, Malawi, Nigeria, Tanzania,
Uganda, Zambia, Zimbabwe. Placement will be based on business needs and consideration
will be given to placement of successful candidates within their home country.
FOREIGN NATIONALS
Applications open 15 July 2015!
Unilever Careers South Africa
www.unilever.co.za/careers
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You could be IT
You’re young, you have the qualification and you have the passion, but you
don’t have the job yet. We could hook you up with a one-year internship with
a Microsoft partner or customer, and get you certified with internationally
recognised Microsoft training and real-world skills. How’s that for getting ahead?
Get started now! Send your CV to [email protected]
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WHAT SETS YOU APART FROM OTHER
GENERATIONS?
You’re the creators of today and the leaders of
tomorrow. 10
HOW TO WRITE A KICK-ASS CV
Your CV is your first introduction to a potential
employer so make sure you get it right. 15
THE ALL-IMPORTANT COVERING LETTER
The covering letter of your CV is the ideal
platform for a punchy quick pitch. 16
SAILING THROUGH THE INTERVIEW
Guidelines for how to make the interview work. 18
CAREER FAIRS – WHAT EMPLOYERS ARE
LOOKING FOR
Make the most of career fairs. 19
JOB OFFER ETIQUETTE
Believe it or not, there’s a certain etiquette
involved in accepting a job. 22
HOW TO USE SOCIAL MEDIA TO LAND A
JOB
Social media allows you to show prospective
employers who you are. 24
CONNECTING ON LINKEDIN Tips on how to use LinkedIn. 26
SUCCESS? THERE’S AN APP FOR THAT
Useful apps to take the stress out of your first job
– as well as inspire and motivate you. 27
MAKING SOCIAL MEDIA WORK FOR YOU
Understand the rules of social media says Mike
Stopforth. 28
REPUTATION MANAGEMENT: DON’T BE A
SOCIAL MEDIA LEMMING
Manage your online presence carefully advises
Tim Withers. 30
INTERNING: A CAREER JUMP-START
The do’s and don’ts of an internship as well as
how to turn an internship into a job.32
THE BIG VS SMALL DEBATEIrrespective of whether you choose to work for
a big or a smaller company, there are pro’s and
con’s to both. 34
GRADUATE OR POST-GRADUATE?
Should you be choosing to study further rather
than looking for a job? 37
THE VALUE OF SOFT SKILLS
In a highly competitive job market, soft
skills count just as much as your academic
qualifications. 40
HOW TO GO FROM JOBLESS ZERO TO
EMPLOYED HERO
Six steps to improve your chances of finding a
job. By Nola Payne. 42
THE PRACTICAL GUIDE TO FUNDING FOR
ENTREPRENEURS
There are a number of different funding options
available for budding entrepreneurs. Understand
the different types of funding.44
WOMEN AT WORK
Women kicking butt in the corporate world. 48
THE ABILITY TO SELL
The ability to sell applies to just about any job –
so don’t discount a sales job. 51
WHAT I WISH SOMEONE HAD TOLD MEBEFORE I STARTED WORKING
GradX gets young professionals’ insights into the
working world. 52
NEW JOB TITLES THAT DIDN'T EXIST ADECADE AGO
There's a demand for skills and services that
were unheard of 10 years ago 46
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ACCOUNTING 56
AUTOMOTIVE 61
CIVIL SERVICE 64
CONSULTING 66
ENGINEERING, MININGAND THE BUILT ENVIRONMENT
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FINANCIAL SERVICES 80
FMCG 89
ICT 100
EMPLOYERS' INDEXAnglo American BLAST 73
Blackberry 106
Brandhouse 95
BP 78
Dell 103
Denel Dynamics 75
Discovery 17
Discovery Health 50
FNB 86
Hatch 77
Imperial 55
Massmart 13
Mazars 59
Microsoft 4
PPS 85
Rand Mechant Bank 8
RCL Foods 99
SAB 93
TEACH 83
Tiger Brands 47
Unilever 2
Vodacom 101
Wits 21
Wits Business School 39
COMPANY PROFILES
Accenture 67
BP 79
Nestle 97
P & G 88
RCL Foods 98
Resolve 63
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Closing date: 31st August
Who are we?Massmart drives excellence to achieve price leadership in
the distribution of branded consumer goods through an
exceptional multi-format wholesale and retail portfolio.
• Massmart develops and nurtures talent at
all levels.
• High performance is recognized and rewarded.
• Massmart is the home of career retailers.
• We oer local and global retail careers.
Massmart GraduateDevelopment Programme• A year of training at NQF level with Wits
Business School and UCS retail academy
• Develop foundational management
and retail skills
Fields of study?• Business Management
• Business Science
• Accounting (General)• Finance
• Economics
• Statistics/Mathematics
• Supply Chain Management
• Information Systems/Technology
• Industrial Engineering
• Marketing
• Human Resources
Selection criteria• Minimum 60% third year average.
• A keen interest in retail, willing to
roll up your sleeves, high levels ofenergy, good interpersonal skills
and entrepreneurial air.
The selection process• Apply | Telephonic interview |
Psychometric assessments |
Face-to-face Interview |
Background checks | OFFER!!
WHY CONSIDER
A CAREER IN
RETAIL?
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You are here.
You want to be here.
Discovery is an authorised nancial services provider. Visit www.discovery.co.za
We love graduates who love a challenge.
At Discovery, we believe that innovative thinking has the power to change the world.
For us, every day is a new opportunity to make the world a better place. Every problem is
an opportunity to create something incredible. We’re looking for graduates who rise to
the challenge not because they have to, but because they want to. People who live for the
experience of nding truly great solutions. If this sounds like you then apply for the Discovery
Graduates Programme today.
To apply, send your CV to [email protected] or click on ‘Careers
at Discovery’ on the Discovery website to find out more.
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Postgraduate credentials are becoming increasingly important.Today’s employers have shifted priorities and suggest that themaster’s degree is the new bachelor’s. The international job market
is also more competitive than ever before. Wits offers you thatopportunity to become globally competitive while ensuring localrelevance together with the recognition of having graduated fromone of SA’s leading universities. A university that is renownedfor its high calibre graduates, academic standing and researchcapabilities. Wits challenges you to strive towards new knowledgeboundaries and develop original thinking, which we regard as thecornerstone of intellectual growth.
Did you know?
• Three Wits academics appeared on the 2014 Thomson-Reuters’ mosthighly cited authors in the world during the period 2002 to 2012
• Based on citations, Wits is ranked in the top 1% of institutionsinternationally in geosciences, chemistry, environment and ecology,physics and plant and animal sciences
• Nearly one third of our students are postgraduates.
Our five faculties offer programmes and degrees at the
Honours, Masters and PhD level:
• Health Sciences • Science • Commerce, Law and Management
• Humanities • Engineering and the Built Environment.
The University is renowned for its strong multi-disciplinary
research approach in the following areas:
Biodiversity | HIV/AIDS | Evolution of the Species and National Heritage | Cities | Materials Science and Engineering | Mineral Resources, Explorationand Mining | South Africa/India | Diseases of the Lifestyle: an emerging
African problem | Molecular Biosciences | Aerospace | Advanced DrugDelivery Technology | Viral Gene Therapy.
Witsfor ResearchA World-Class Destination
apply online: www.wits.ac.za/applications
Make Wits your first choice for postgraduate studies
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JUMP-START
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We are looking for management trainees across a number of
different disciplines. if you are interested, apply online at
https://www.facebook.com/groups/FutureTigers/www.tigerbrands.co.za or
sign up for the tiger brands management trainee programme
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www.discovery.co.za discoverysouthafrica@Discovery_SA
Discovery is an authorised nancial services provider.
Introducing the Discovery Financial Adviser Graduate Programme.
Discovery is a pioneering insurer with uniquely positioned businesses and an innovative business model that is changing the way
traditional insurance works. We are SA’s number 1 life insurer, we administer SA’s largest open medical aid, we are SA’s fastest
growing short-term insurer, and our clients have over R50 billion invested with us. In addition, our Vitality programme is recognised
as a worldwide leader in incentivised wellness, resulting in global expansion opportunities. Discovery also operates in the UK, China,
Singapore, Australia, Europe and the US through various business lines.
We are looking for outstanding candidates to apply for the Discovery Financial Adviser Graduate Programme, an unparalleled path
of professional development, mentorship and nancial rewards.
To secure your appointment, send your CV and cover letter to [email protected]
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A U D I T • T A X • A D V I S O R Y
Mazars: your partner for the future
Through an integrated partnership that
combines the skills of more than 14 000
professionals in 73 countries, Mazars is a
truly independent, international organisation
and one of the largest audit, tax and advisory
rms in South Africa. Come and meet us on
your campus soon. Let’s talk about your
future as a Mazarian.
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facebook.com/bpcareers
What will you discover?At BP we offer the most exciting and challenging global opportunities for high performing
graduates in engineering, science and business.
Applications open on 01 July 2014 and close on 31 August 2014.
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The TEACH Ambassador Programme places
outstanding graduates in under-resourced schools
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English and Technology, for a minimum of two years.
Our requirements are
• A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree
• The successful completion of a full year or more of Maths, Science
English or Technology during the course of your degree
We are accepting non-education majors only
To apply please complete the online application –
we do not accept CV’s
FOR MORE INFORMATION, OR TO APPLY FOR THE PROGRAMME, VISIT
WWW.TEACHSOUTHAFRICA.ORG OR CALL 082 383 6687
USE YOURDEGREE
TO TEACH
A childseducationis priceless
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A job at Unilever is a career Made by You, with
development opportunities, benefits and a
working culture that embraces inclusion and
diversity. We invest in the Future Leaders ofTomorrow.
I am currently a Supply Chain UFLP, working as aProject Manager in our imports/exports hub for SouthAfrica. I obtained my Bachelor of Science degree inIndustrial Engineering at the University of Pretoria.I am currently on my second UFLP rotation and look
forward to my upcoming business stints, especially theinternational stint that is guaranteed.
Unilever is a place that will provide you with theplatform to grow, provided that you take hold of theopportunities that are constantly thrown at you. Itis truly the “university” of the working world, with apretty cool organizational culture and a vast array ofexperienced individuals who are like gold mines ofknowledge.
I like how the company encourages its employees totake care of their overall wellbeing - whether it bemental, physical or spiritual. Who wouldn’t want to bea part of SA’s Number 1 Top Employer?
Manai Aphane
Industry SectorFast Moving Consumer Goods andManufacturing
LocationHead Office - Durban. Factory relatedroles may be in Durban, Johannesburgor Pietermaritzburg. Internationalstints on the Unilever Future LeadersProgramme - throughout Africa andthe world.
Qualifications RequiredBachelors degree (60% average duringthree-year degree)
Closing dateAugust 2015
How to ApplyGo to www.unilever.co.za/careers-jobs/graduates/ and follow the instructionsto complete the online applicationform. Also find Updates on Facebook
via "Unilever Careers South Africa"
At Unilever we believe in investing in thefuture leaders of tomorrow: You.
We meet every day needs for nutrition,hygiene and personal care - with brands
that help people feel good, look good andget more out of life. Unilever has morethan 400 brands that touch the lives ofover 2 billion people in 190 countriesevery single day.
Whether you’re a graduate lookingfor on-the-job training through ourUnilever Future Leaders Programme,or a student looking for a hands-oninternship in a pioneering and fast-moving business, we’ve got what you’relooking for. You can choose to apply toany of our business areas: Marketing,Supply Chain, Customer Development,Research and Development, Finance
and Human Resources.We’re a competitive organisation dedicatedto achieving success – but not at anycost. In November 2010 we set out theUnilever Sustainable Living Plan (USLP),committing to a 10 year journey towardssustainable growth. Every day, we thriveat achieving our 2020 USLP ambitionof doubling the size of our business,while at the same time halving ourenvironmental footprint.
Our most recent and record-breakingachievement has been being named
SA’s Top Employer for two years in a row,as well as winning the number 1 TopEmployer Africa award in 2014.
"Achieving significant growth objectives
while decoupling growth fromenvironmental impact and increasingour positive social impact is a bold butchallenging vision,” says Unilever CEOPaul Polman. “Not many companieshave yet taken it on. But I believe it’sthe only viable vision. One that buildson Unilever’s long-term heritageand achievement, while supporting aresponsible future.”
If you think that a bright future ispossible, you have come to the rightplace. We believe in a world where nochild goes to bed hungry. Where everyhome has enough water to drink, wash
and clean. Where preventable diseasesare prevented. And where every childlives past their fifth birthday. We believewe can all live well, without stealingfrom future generations. Help createa brighter future…there’s never been abetter time.
Choose Unilever and be part of ourlegacy that will inspire generationsto come. A legacy where sustainablebusiness practices and the environmentco-exist in complete synergy – a BrighterFuture... and it’s going to be Made by You!
For more information and application details, visit:www.unilever.co.za/careers" www.unilever.co.za/careers
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BREWINGTHE BEST
Join the crew that offers the bestjob opportunities across the spectrum.
SAB produces the country’s top Engineeringtalent and business leaders. We brew the world’s
best-loved beers! And we’re rated the mostaspirational place to work by graduates.
Apply for our Graduate Programme by 15 August.
sabcareerbar.co.zaWin tickets to the best SAB events
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A SHOT OF AMBITION, A TWIST OF PASSION
AND A DASH OF CONFIDENCE. WHAT DO
OU
GET? A CAREER AT BRANDHOUSE, ADIAGEO COMPANY.
duate opportunities in Commercial, Supply Chain, Marketing & Finance. Find out more about working
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et a taste for leadership with The Pan Africa ‘Growing together’ Graduate Programme.
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One child’s knowledge
can change the world for good.For more information on an exciting career in the ICT sector,
contact [email protected].
Copyright 2015 Dell Inc. All rights reserved. Dell Computers (PTY) Ltd.
P.O. Box 71170, Bryanston, 2021, South Africa.
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Here are some more companies you can take a look at while job-hunting.
Construction
U Murray & Roberts:
www.murrob.comU WBHO Construction:
www.wbho.co.zaU Edwin Construction:
www.edwin.co.zaU Trencon Construction:
www.trencon.co.za
Electronics
U LG Electronics:
www.lg.com/za
U Philips:
www.philips.comU HP:
www.hp.com
U Siemens:
www.siemens.comU Dell:
www.dell.com
U Defy:
www.defy.co.zaU Bosch:
www.bosch.co.za
U Sony:
www.sony.co.za
Engineering
U Afrox:
www.afrox.comU Bell Equipment:
www.bellequipment.com
U Bateman:
www.bateman.co.zaU TWP:
www.twp.co.za
LawU Bowman Gilfillan:
www.bowman.co.za
U Webber Wentzel:
www.webberwentzel.comU Werksmans:
www.werksmans.co.za
U Adams & Adams:
www.adamsadams.comU Eversheds:
www.eversheds.co.za
Media and publishing
U Times Media Group:
www.timesmedia.co.zaU Media24:
www.media24.comU SABC:
www.sabc.co.zaU Independent Newspapers:
www.Iol.co.za
U Naspers:
www.naspers.com U Paarl Media:
www.paarlmedia.co.za
U Primedia:
www.primedia.co.za
MedicalU Medi-Clinic Corporation: w
ww.mediclinic.co.zaU Dis-Chem:
www.dischem.co.za
U Life Healthcare:
www.lifehealthcare.co.za U Netcare:
www.netcare.co.za
U ER24:
www.er24.co.za
Property
U Growthpoint Properties:
www.growthpoint.co.za U Sycom Property Fund:
www.sycom.co.za
U SAPOA:
www.sapoa.org.za
Public service
U Department of Correctional Services :
www.dcs.gov.za U Department of Defence:
www.dod.mil.za
U Department of Basic Education:
www.education.gov.za U Department of Environmental Affairs:
www.environment.gov.za
U Department of Health:
www.doh.gov.za U Department of International Relations and
Cooperation: www.dfa.gov.za
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Transport & logistics
U Maersk Line:www.maerskline.com
U Steinhoff International:
www.steinhoffinternational.com
Utilities U Eskom:
www.eskom.co.za
U Telkom:
www.telkom.co.za
U South African Post Office:
www.sapo.co.za
Professional organisations
U Advertising Media Association of South Africa:www.amasa.org.za
U Botanical Society of South Africa:
www.botanicalsociety. org.za
U Computer Society of South Africa:www.cssa.org.za
U Engineering Council of South Africa:
www.ecsa.co.za
U National Association of Child Care Workers:www.naccw.org.za
U Occupational Therapy Association of South:
Africa www.otasa.org.za U Psychological Society of South Africa:
www.psyssa.com
U Public Relations Institute of Southern Africa:
www.prisa.co.za
U South African Association forFood Science and Technology:
www.saafost.org.za
U South African Chefs Association:
www.saca.co.za U South African Marketing Research Association:
www.samra.co.za
Resources for personal development
U Life Hacker:
www.lifehacker.com
U Learning for Life Resource Centre:www.hollandcodes.com
U Marc and Angel:
www.marcandangel.com
U Zen Habits:
www.zenhabits.net
USEFUL WEBSITES
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