Graduate Recruitment Programme (GRP) 2011

Information on Graduate Recruitment Programmes and the University Student Employment Office

Important Information for Recruiters:

1. Graduate Recruitment Portal

Progress on the implementation of the student recruitment portal has been delayed.  However, the Unit continues to pursue the matter and will inform companies accordingly as soon as the system is in place.  The Unit is committed to implementing a portal, however, further consultation within the University is necessary. 

2.  Student Privacy and release of student contact details:

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  • The Unit has in the past made available student postal address information and sent sms’s to students in broad categories (courses and degrees) via information taken from the University’s student database. The Unit, in line with University policy and privacy legislation, are no longer able to make student contact details available or to send mass sms’s without student consent. 
  • The Unit has, however, implemented a registration system whereby students are invited to register for the Graduate Recruitment Programme and related events.  Postal addresses of students who register for the GRP will be available to recruiters and the Unit will be in a position to send sms’s to these students only.
  • While it is possible that not all eligible students will register for the GRP, it is anticipated that those students who are interested in exploring employment options will register. This will have the benefit of allowing recruiters to hone in on the available students as opposed to students that are already contracted to bursaries or interested in pursuing post-graduate study programmes.
  • Recruiters will still be able to advertise in the GRP Booklet and display posters on campus through the GRP Office to reach those students who have not registered for the GRP.

 3.       Company Registration:

All participating companies in the Graduate Recruitment Programme are expected to complete a registration form. The form serves as a record of the services that a recruiting company requests, company contact details and a description of the company as a desirable employer. This information will be used in the Graduate Recruitment Programme booklet that is distributed to all final year students. It is also important that companies inform the GRP Office as early as possible of any changes to these details. Please note that the registration form needs to be typed out and emailed back to the GRP office.

 4.       Company Expectations:

It has in the past been the experience of the Unit that recruiters expect large turnouts at all presentations. The Unit acknowledges that student culture and behaviour in respect of recruitment and preparation for the world of work differs from campus to campus and every effort is made to develop students for the world of work and the job search process. However, student participation in the Graduate Recruitment Programme and related events is voluntary. In some instances, where the student is studying a “high demand” programme of study, students often have numerous offers for employment and sometimes they may already be contracted to companies through bursaries. This is particularly the case in fields such as accounting, engineering and the mathematical sciences. Recruiters are urged to take cognisance of this reality and to adjust their expectations accordingly. If necessary, please arrange to discuss this situation with the GRP Office.

5.       Career Fairs: 

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   1. The Unit will host 4 career fairs this year.  A career fair is a fun and informative day for both recruiters and students. This day is marketed to students via posters on campus, media, Wits Clips, Intranet, student newspaper, leaflets as well as a general email and sms’s to all final year students and registered GRP students. Should a company wish to enhance their visibility, they are welcome to provide the Unit with posters that can be displayed on campus. Ten (10) posters are usually sufficient for this purpose.
   2. Please refer to information in the price list below on starting and finishing times for the Careers Fairs.
   3. Career Fairs are marketed to all students and post grads.

6.       Presentations:

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   1. Presentations are generally marketed in the Graduate Recruitment Programme through the GRP Booklet, distributed to all final year classes. In addition the presentations are listed on the CCDU website.  Recruiters are urged to provide the Unit with posters to market the presentation. If requested, an sms can be sent to students that have registered for the GRP.
   2. If a company schedules a presentation early (i.e. before the scheduled GRP period), the presentation will not be listed in the booklet.  However, the company’s contact details will still be listed on the website and in the booklet.
   3. Presentations are generally scheduled during the student lunch-time, 13h25-14h10, as well as after lectures from 17h00, venue dependant. Access to the venue can only be obtained during these periods.  Please note that the University lunch-time has been reduced to 45 minutes.
   4. While the Unit does it’s best to ensure that the venue is booked and the necessary audio-visual assistance is arranged, logistics do sometimes cause delays. This, however, is a rare occurrence.
   5. The audio-visual equipment that the Unit is able to supply includes:  data projector, screen and sound. The Unit does not supply any laptop computers.  A technician is also available to assist.
   6. Late registrations (dates that fall outside of the GRP period) are discouraged as this usually takes the presentation close to the exam period. Student attendance usually drops significantly at this time.
   7. Companies are urged to observe the closing date for registration for the programme.

7.        On Campus Interviews:

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   1. The Unit can make available two rooms for one-on-one interviews.  If additional rooms are requested, appropriate arrangements will have to be made with the GRP Office and will depend on availability. 
   2. Access to the interview venues is available from 08h45. Interviewers, however, should arrive at least 15 minutes before their interview schedules for an orientation. Interviewers will have access to tea/coffee and a light lunch.

8.       Recruitment Agencies:

In keeping with the Unit’s policy to deal directly with employers, the Counselling and Careers Development Unit will no longer take bookings or release student contact details to recruitment agencies.  Should an agency be acting on behalf of a company, the agency will be required to provide proof that they have been appointed by the employing company.  In such instances the student contact information will only be released directly to the employing company.

 9.       GRP Employed Graduates:

Companies are requested to submit a list of all Wits graduates employed through the GRP office once offers have been signed to: grp.ccdu@wits.ac.za

10.   Evaluation Forms:

In trying to keep up with service excellence and ensuring that the careers centre continues to keep up with recruitment requirements, companies are urged to complete an evaluation form after participating in any of the GRP events.

Important Dates to Remember:

**We do not encourage company presentations on Fridays as turnout has repeatedly proven unsuccessful.

Applicable Fees:

Please note that the Unit has changed its fee structure for 2011.  The following rates are now applicable.

1.    Recruiters Networking Breakfast:                                                                              R300.00pp per organisation

This event aims to give recruiting companies, academics and students representatives an opportunity to network and explore areas of mutual interest. The breakfast also provides an opportunity to acquire a deeper understanding of the University and the Graduate Recruitment Programme on this campus.

The breakfast includes a presentation on an aspect of the University and/or Graduate Recruitment.

2.   Company Presentation only:                                                                       R2500.00 per presentation

Lunchtime presentation to students, on either East or West Campus. Posters supplied by companies, advertising their presentation, (Max 25 no bigger than A3 size) will be displayed on our notice boards.

Audio-visual equipment will be available for the presentation however no laptop will be provided.  A p, a technician will be available to assist with setup and the presentation will be announced on the campus radio station.

Each presentation will run from 13:25-14:10 or from 17h00 (venue dependant) Please note that companies will only have access to the venue during the above stated times and not earlier unless lectures finish early.

3.   Career Fairs:                                                                                                                      R3500.00 per table  

The Unit will host 5 career fairs this year, 2 General Careers Fairs targeting all degrees, an Accounting Careers Fair aimed at prospective chartered accountants, a Humanities Careers Fair for the students in the Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences, and an Engineering and ICT careers fair.

The career fairs will offer companies the opportunity to market their organisations to students. Staff and student assistants will only be available from 07h30 in the morning of the event for assistance.

Companies are advised NOT to bring handouts that can be used to make loud noises that might directly or indirectly interrupt classes as well as cause harm to others.

The fee includes a trestle table, 2 chairs and a light lunch for a maximum of 3 people.

Career Fairs run from 08:30 – 15:30.

Set up: Companies have a voluntary option to setup a day before or on the morning of the event.  Should companies choose to set up the day before the fair, neither the Counselling and Careers Development Unit nor the University of Witwatersrand will be held liable for any damage, loss and/or theft to property and/or belongings

4.   Student Postal info only:                                                                                               R900.00

Companies will be supplied with the student postal address information from the GRP database.  This is a list of students who have registered for the GRP and who have consented to receive information regarding employment opportunities.  These can be ordered either by course or degree.

5.   CCDU Interview rooms:                                                                                  R1650.00 per room per day

Interview rooms are available from 08:45 – 16:30.  Interviewers are strongly advised to schedule their interviews within this period as the Unit cannot guarantee staff availability outside of these hours.  Booking includes a teatime snack and a light lunch.

6.    SMS Facility:                                                                                                                R1.50 per sms

Companies doing a presentation will be entitled to a free sms message sent to their target audience to advertise their campus visit. The unit will send the sms on your behalf or you can provide text with a maximum of 160 characters including spaces.

7.    Posters Only:                                                                                                                  R700.00

Companies wishing to display posters only are welcome to supply a maximum of 25 posters.  Posters should not be bigger than A3 size as larger posters are not easily accommodated on our noticeboards.

8.   Foyer Interviews:                                                                                                          R1500.00 per organisation

Companies wishing to have a presence on campus but do not want to do presentations or be part of acareers fair are welcome to do foyer interviews.  Foyer interviews are similar to career fairs except that only one company is accommodated in the foyer area of the building closest to targeted students. 

No tea or lunch is included, companies are advise to bring own or buy from the cafeterias on campus.

NB!! Please note that no confirmation will be made prior to receipt of proof of payment. 

Advertising in the 2011 GRP Booklet

Companies are welcome to advertise in the Graduate Recruitment Programme booklet.  Advertising space will be offered on a first come first served basis and advertisements will only be confirmed once payment has been received.  No refunds will be granted in the event of a cancellation after 17 March 2011.  All requests for cancellation must be submitted in writing and faxed to the Unit.

Rates:

Back cover (full colour)                                                               R22000

Inside front cover (full colour)                                                    R18500

Inside back cover (full colour)                                                   R18500

Inside page (full Colour)                                                             R10500

Specifications:

• Screen:                                         133dpi or higher
• Size:                                              A5
• Layout of book:                           Potrait
• NB:  DTP should make adequate allowance for final trim.  1cm all around is usually adequate.
•  Deadline:
• All advertisements should be submitted on disk together with a hardcopy.  Advertisements can only be confirmed after the completion of an advertisement booking form.  Advertisements must reach the Unit by 17 March 2011. 

For further information regarding the above opportunities please contact:                            

Bongi Ndlovu

Tel 011-717-9145/3

Email  grp.ccdu@wits.ac.za

RECRUITMENT OF STUDENTS FOR PART-TIME/CASUAL EMPLOYMENT

USE (University Student Employment) is a service run on campus that facilitates the placement of students in part-time/casual employment.  For many students, working part time is not an option but a necessity. Part time/casual employment opportunities play a major role in providing students with constructive development of skills for the workplace so that they may be able to contribute more meaningfully when they graduate.

Jobs advertised through the USE Office are as varied as the students themselves. They have been employed as drivers, shop assistants, couriers, tutors, baby-sitters, researchers, waitrons, cashiers, house sitters, promoters, receptionists, stock takers, barmen, models and designers, tutors, managers, etc. 

For further information regarding the above programmes contact the CCDU Reception at 011-717-9140/32

RECRUITMENT OF STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES

As a University we are committed to working towards the goal of creating an accessible and welcoming environment for students who have disabilities.  Accessibility also means access to opportunities for employment. 

The Disability Unit has contact with a number of registered students who have a varying range of disabilities.  Recruiting companies are encouraged to contact the Disability Unit for information on students who are available for employment.  The contact details for the Disability Unit are:

            Tel:      27(11)717-9152   

            Web:    http://web.wits.ac.za/Prospective/StudentServices/DisabledStudents

POST-GRADUATE STUDENTS

Wits produces highly adaptable individuals who are equipped with a deeper understanding of fields such as Engineering, Science, Education, Humanities, Social Sciences, Medicine, Commerce, Humanities and the  Built Environment.  These students are often able to make contributions to organisations through their capacity to combine knowledge gained through their studies with past experience.  

Post-graduate students are often keen to engage in research and internship opportunities in organisations that can provide mutual benefit for the student and the organisation.

Recruiters are requested to contact the CCDU to explore opportunities with regard to employing post-graduate students.

            Tel:  011 717 9140/32