The entire Rotary Club led the Mock Job Interviews (MJI) initiative at Camberwell High School, setting a shining example of "Service Above Self". The program held on the mornings of 16 and 18 September 2025 from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm.
Now in its second year, the MJI has become a regular fixture in the Year 9 curriculum. The project ran smoothly with students preparing their Cover Letters and Resumes beforehand. This material was organised by four to six teachers involved in teaching the “Connections for Life” subject.
Students had forty-four contemporary career options to consider such as Cyber Security, Business Analytics (Internship), and Environmental Science (Internship). A total of one hundred and eight Year 9 students from a cohort of one hundred and thirty-one participated in interviews. Sixty-six students were allocated on the first day and forty-two on the second.
Volunteers received guidance on interview techniques, and they provided Feedback Forms to teachers following the interviews. Sincere thanks to all volunteers who worked collaboratively, reviewing students cover letters and resumes in line with the MJI Workbook used by teachers. The school canteen showed their appreciation with a cake each day for morning tea.
The school’s feedback was overwhelmingly positive, describing the program as both valuable and worthwhile. Students returned to class feeling energised and more self-assured. Both volunteers and students reported a strong feeling of accomplishment.