I Got Hired: Ewan

Posted on: 22 September 2025 by Richard Finch in Class of 2024

Ewan is a Class of 2024 BSc Geology graduate who works at Northern Star Resources Ltd as a Geology Technician.

How did you hear about your role?

I found out about this opportunity through conducting my own online research and discussions with industry contacts.

How did you get to where you are now?

The entirety of my career trajectory so far could be attributed to good networking.

I probably sent several thousand cold messages on LinkedIn before I even arrived in Australia. Most didn't get a reply, but many did. It only took one person to believe in me and ask me to attend an interview, which landed me my first mining job. Everything thereafter proliferated from that starting point.

Your favourite experience as part of your current role?

Either sitting in an 800 tonne digger spotting out gold ore, or pushing the big red button to set off a blast!

The most challenging part of your graduate journey?

Establishing myself alone in a new country whilst trying to find a job without any experience was definitely a challenge.

What's your #1 piece of advice for future grads?

Network, network, network!

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