FBE Industry Connect

Build the confidence, skills and industry knowledge to take your next career step. FBE Industry Connect brings you together with recruitment professionals through practical, industry-led experiences designed to help you navigate applications, interviews and the transition into the workplace.

FBE Industry Connect: Recruitment Insider

Date: Thursday 1 October 2026 
Location: Parkville campus – in person 
Time: 10:30am – 12:30pm

Ever wondered what recruiters are really thinking when they review an application or conduct an interview?

Recruitment Insider allows you to hear directly from recruitment professionals, ask questions you don't normally get to ask, and gain practical advice to help you approach your next application with greater confidence.

Why should I participate?

By participating in FBE Industry Connect, you'll have the opportunity to:

  • Gain insider perspectives on the internship and graduate recruitment process
  • Better understand what recruiters look for in applications and interviews
  • Build confidence in navigating your own job search
  • Develop practical skills you can apply to future internship and graduate applications
  • Ask recruitment professionals the questions you've always wanted answered
  • Strengthen your professional profile and prepare for your next career opportunity

Who is FBE Industry Connect for?

FBE Industry Connect is designed for students who are starting to focus on their career direction and apply for professional opportunities.

You don't need to have an internship or graduate role lined up to participate. The event is designed to help you develop the skills and confidence to identify and pursue opportunities yourself.

Eligibility

To participate, you must:

  • Be currently enrolled in the Faculty of Business and Economics
  • Be available to attend the full event in person

How to apply

Applications for FBE Industry Connect: Recruitment Insider are open until Sunday 27 September.

Applications are quick and easy! Just answer some simple questions and let us know your motivations for being involved.

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What to expect

  • Hear directly from recruitment professionals as they unpack common questions, misconceptions, and challenges across the recruitment process. Find out what recruiters look for and learn how to approach applications and interviews with greater confidence.

  • Put the insights into practice through interactive activities designed to strengthen your recruitment readiness.

  • Refresh your professional profile, or get started if you haven’t set one up yet. Get your professional LinkedIn photo taken during the event.

2026 Key dates

Monday 21 September
9:00am

Applications open

Sunday 27 September
11:59pm

Applications close

Tuesday 29 September
5:00pm

Application outcome

Thursday 1 October
10:30am -1:30pm

FBE Industry Connect: Recruitment Insider