IT Careers & Pathways in Australia

Building a career in Australia’s IT industry can feel like navigating a maze — especially for international students and graduates trying to understand recruitment trends, visa options and how to stand out to employers.

Join us for an evening of practical insights, industry connections and real-world advice from technology recruitment, migration and industry experts, alongside international graduates and current students who have successfully navigated the Australian IT industry.

What to Expect

👨‍💻 IT Recruitment Insights — Dean Ellis, Director of Technology Recruitment
Discover what Australian employers are really looking for, how to access the hidden job market, get job-ready and strengthen your LinkedIn profile to support your IT job search.

🇦🇺 IT Visa Pathways — Carllo Castriota, Principal Migration Lawyer, Bloom Migration
Learn about migration and visa pathways available to IT students and professionals, including skilled migration and employer-sponsored options, from an experienced Australian migration lawyer.

🤝 Building Industry Connections — Alannah Grech, Partner Success Manager, Communities, ACS
Discover how ACS membership can help emerging IT professionals build industry connections, develop their professional network and become part of the technology community.

🎤 Alumni & Student Panel

Hear first-hand experiences from international graduates and students who have secured roles in Australian IT. Our panellists will share their career journeys, challenges, lessons learnt and practical advice for breaking into the industry.

Panel guests include:

Ananya Kulshrestha — Technology Graduate, Suncorp; Event & Sponsorship Lead, ACS QLD Emerging Professionals Committee
Sreshtha Kashyap — Associate, Digital Trust, PwC Australia; Committee Member, ACS QLD Emerging Professionals Committee
Nethumi Perera — Graduate Business Analysis, Power Tech Consulting and Content and Engagement Lead, ACS QLD Emerging Professionals Committee

The evening will conclude with an open Q&A featuring all speakers and panellists, giving you the opportunity to ask questions about your own career journey.

📅 Event Details

Date: Tuesday, 22 September 2026
Time: 5:30pm – 8:30pm
Location: Mindroom Institute - 1/37 Connor St, Burleigh Heads QLD 4220 (3rd-floor classroom)

🕐 Agenda

5:30pm – 6:00pm — Networking
6:00pm – 6:10pm — Opening & Icebreaker with Mindroom
6:10pm – 6:30pm — ACS Membership with Alannah
6:30pm – 7:00pm — IT Visa Pathways with Carllo
7:00pm – 7:30pm — Let’s Talk Recruitment with Dean
7:30pm – 7:45pm — Break & Networking
7:45pm – 8:00pm — Alumni Panel
8:00pm – 8:30pm — Q&A with Speakers & Panellists
8:30pm — Event concludes

Snacks and refreshments will be provided by Mindroom throughout the evening.

Why Attend?

Whether you’re an international student, recent graduate, career changer or IT professional exploring your next step, this event will give you:

Practical recruitment insights from an industry expert
An understanding of IT visa and migration pathways
Tips to improve your job search and LinkedIn presence
First-hand career advice from international graduates
Opportunities to network with IT professionals and emerging talent
The chance to ask your own questions during the Q&A

Registration is mandatory.

Have questions? Contact us at events@mindroom.edu.au.

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn, connect and take the next step in your IT career in Australia.

Disclaimer:

This event is provided for general information purposes only and should not be considered migration or legal advice. Any information relating to Australian visas or migration pathways is general in nature and may not apply to your individual circumstances.

Visa information will be presented by a registered migration agent from Bloom Migration. Participants seeking advice specific to their personal situation should consult a registered migration agent directly.

Mindroom Institute does not guarantee visa outcomes, employment opportunities, or enrolment eligibility. Course commencement, delivery, and content are subject to change where necessary.

Contact the host of IT Careers in Australia: Recruitment, Pathways & Networking