If comfortable, make sure people you connect with are aware of your disability. It helps if you trust a good colleague/friend that understands disability and can help you out when you need.
The program has provided me with immeasurable professional experience in such a short time, countless connections across so much of Queensland’s public sector and a holistic training program from a range of providers. The foundations I have received from the program have provided me with the confidence to embark on what I hope will be a fulfilling and long-term career in the public sector.
The best things about Western Power include the variety of work, the support from your team with regards to training, knowledge sharing, and flexible working options.
I have had the opportunity to be involved in all stages of analysis from sample preparation, sample analysis, data processing and interpretation, and reporting as well as additional skills in instrument troubleshooting and maintenance.
I am working with Inland Revenue (Te Tari Taake), the public service department of New Zealand to advise the government on tax policy, collect and disburse payments for social support programmes, and collect taxes.
Jocelyn Watts graduated with a Bachelor of Laws and Bachelor of Arts (International Relations) from Curtin University in 2018 and is now working as a Performance Analyst at Australian National Audit Office (ANAO).