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Imagine if you had direct access to the minds behind Australia’s most competitive graduate programs.
Fledgling Careers was founded by a team with over 40 years of combined experience in corporate graduate attraction and recruitment at global organisations.
Register your interest for our 2026 Masterclasses at a location near you.
Most students do everything they are told. Good grades. The right subjects. University entry.
What they are rarely shown is how competitive graduate recruitment has become, how early employers start forming views, and how much advantage is gained by building employability well before final year.
Our seminars remove the guesswork.
We explain how corporate graduate recruitment really works, including:
- How graduate hiring works and why competition is increasing
- What employers look for beyond academic results
- What students should be doing in in high school and early university to build a competitive profile
- How to plan ahead without adding pressure or unnecessary stress
- How parents and teachers can meaningfully support students through the process
The outcome is clarity, confidence, and a practical plan.
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Frequently asked questions
Who are the seminars for?
The seminars are designed primarily for students in Years 9-12 or year 1 of university, along with their parents or carers.
They are also suitable for schools looking to complement existing careers programs with independent, real-world employer insight.
Why focus on graduate careers so early?
In our experience as former graduate recruiters, many of the things that make candidates successful need to be built well before final year at university.
Understanding the process early reduces pressure later and allows students to make informed choices about subjects, activities, work experience and skill development over time.
Is this relevant if the student does not yet know what they want to do?
Yes. The seminars are not about choosing a specific career.
They focus on transferable skills, behaviours and experiences that are valued across a wide range of graduate roles, helping students keep options open while still building a strong foundation.
How are these seminars different from school careers advice?
Fledgling Careers is designed to complement, not replace, school careers programs.
We bring an independent employer perspective, explaining how recruitment decisions are made inside organisations, without promoting any specific universities, employers or pathways.
Who delivers the seminars?
All seminars are designed and delivered by former corporate graduate recruiters who have led early careers hiring for major Australian and global organisations.
This means the content is grounded in real recruitment decision-making, not theory.
What topics are covered?
Topics vary by seminar but typically include:
- How the graduate recruitment market works
- Why competition is increasing
- What employers look for beyond grades
- How students can build employability in Years 11 and 12
- Common misconceptions about graduate hiring
- How parents can provide practical support
What does it mean to register my interest?
Registering your interest does not commit you to anything.
It simply allows us to notify you when upcoming seminar dates are released, share further details, and offer priority access when registrations open.
Will seminars be delivered online or in person?
Formats vary depending on the school or audience.
We offer in-person seminars, live virtual sessions, and blended formats that include student sessions and parent briefings. Full details are shared once sessions are scheduled.
How do schools get involved?
Schools can work with Fledgling Careers to deliver seminars as part of their careers program or as an optional value-add for families.
Schools are encouraged to contact us directly to discuss formats, timing and funding options.
How much does it cost?
Our public workshops cost $149 per family. Students can attend alone or with their parents.
School workshops are priced differently. Enquire with us if you'd like to discuss our pricing.