Alumni Coffee Connect kicks 2025 off with a bang
The Employability Centre held its first Alumni Coffee Connect event of 2025 this month, bringing students brand new to Aotearoa together with alumni mentors for…
Alumni Coffee Connect kicks 2025 off with a bang
The Employability Centre held its first Alumni Coffee Connect event of 2025 this month, bringing students brand new to Aotearoa together with alumni mentors for an insightful networking session.
The event provided students with an opportunity to gain valuable industry insights, career advice, and professional connections from alumni who have successfully transitioned from study to the workforce. Key discussion topics included career goals, industry trends, personal branding, networking strategies, and work-life balance.
Students had the chance to connect with accomplished alumni mentors, including:
- Kashmira More – Data and Information Records Specialist, Vector Limited
- Sina Ramzi – Chief Engineer, JW Marriott Auckland
- Oliver Jan Remigio – ICT Field Service Engineer, St John
- Jacelyn Santiago – Human Resources Coordinator, Matrix Security Group
- Kurt Salva – Risk and Compliance Manager, Westpac New Zealand
Our mentors shared their experiences navigating the job market, highlighting the skills and strategies that helped them establish successful careers in New Zealand.
The event was an inspiring start to the year, offering students valuable mentorship and practical advice to help them succeed in their academic and career journeys. Those interested in connecting with AIC alumni mentors are encouraged to reach out and continue building meaningful professional relationships.
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