YOUNG AUSTRALIANS in

INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS

CAREERS BLOG

Welcome to our Careers Blog, targeted toward young Australian professionals, graduates and students starting out in their career in international affairs and foreign policy.

From interviews and career-spotlights on professionals in the sector, today's leaders advice to young people starting out in the international affairs space, career-related hints and tips, and a range of other related resources - YAIA's Careers Blog is your one-stop shop for specialised advice and insight!

Have any suggestions about blog ideas or interested in writing an article for us? Get in contact and send us an email.

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Career Insights: Writing a standout cover letter to land your next role

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Career Spotlight: Daniel Flitton, Managing Editor of The Interpreter, Lowy Institute

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Career Spotlight: Dr Alexandra Phelan, Deputy Director of Monash Gender, Peace and Security Centre

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Career Insights: Preparing your CV for success in your job search

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Career Spotlight: Kyle Springer, Senior Analyst, Perth USAsia Centre

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Career Insights: Learning Languages to Globalise Your Career

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Career Insights: Identifying Role-Models in Your Field

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Career Spotlight: Elise Stephenson, Social Entrepreneur and PhD Candidate

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Career Spotlight: Ian McConville, Deputy Head of Mission at the Australian Embassy in Seoul

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Career Insights: Staying motivated while working or studying at home

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Career Spotlight: Yun Jiang – Director of China Policy Centre, Senior Research Officer at ANU

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Career Spotlight: Mercedes Page – Founder and CEO, Young Australians in International Affairs

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Career Insights: Upskilling with online learning resources

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Career Spotlight: Tash Jamieson, Global Founders Program Manager, University of New South Wales

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2020 Young Women to Watch in International Affairs

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Career Insights: Networking isn’t as scary as we think

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Career Spotlight: Reg Carruthers – Director of Aerospace and Space at Defence SA/ SASIC

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Career Insights: LinkedIn Tips: Finding jobs, inspiration and role-models to fast track your career

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Career Spotlight: Dr Merriden Varrall - Director of Geopolitics and Tax, KPMG & Non-Resident Fellow

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Career Spotlight: Where are our volunteers now?

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2019 Young Women to Watch in International Affairs

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Career Spotlight: Interning with Australian Diplomatic Missions

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Career Spotlight: Philip Alston

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Career Spotlight: the Australian Volunteers Program