
RIJI is a work readiness program that assists students in developing good job search, resume writing and interviewing skills. The program is delivered in Term 3 as part of a school's curriculum throughout a series of guided lesson plans. The program concludes in a face-to-face interview with a local volunteer employer during a RIJI event.
Who's Involved
School Involvement
Schools deliver the program in Term 3 as part of a school's curriculum throughout a series of 7 guided lesson plans. Teachers are provided with a framework supported by a Teaching resource, developed in collaboration with RIJI Steering Committee members, and revised several times to keep with current employment and recruitment practices.
Local Students
Year 9-12 students across 22 secondary schools including alternative settings and special schools in the cities of Darebin, Merri-bek and Yarra. There are over 1000 students currently participating in the program.
Local Employers Involvement
Local employers support the program in two ways:
- As an Industry Partner - working in partnership with the school by delivering work readiness training to students during the program.
- Volunteering as an interviewer at the Real Industry Job Interview Events in October where local employers provide feedback on resumes and interview performance.
Get involved
This program is a real community effort and would not be possible without the participation of schools, service providers and local employers.
Schools
If you would like to get your school involved in the 2023 RIJI program. Register by completing the Expression of Interest Form by Friday, 17th February 2023.
Business/Organisations
If you would like to support this program and make a positive contribution towards the development of young peoples work readiness skills and future employment outcomes. We are seeking volunteers to offer their time to be part of;
School-Industry Partnerships
If you or your organisation would like to be engaged in the RIJI Program as an Industry Partner and co-deliver RIJI sessions in class. Email the RIJI coordinator.
Mock Interviews
If you'd like to volunteer as an interviewer for the 2023 mock interview events. Sign up at the following Eventbrite page (Coming soon).
Volunteers will be provided with the resume and job description for each student as well as some questions to help navigate the interview.
Time commitment: Full day at one or all events
For further information about the role of a volunteer interviewer, see the RIJI Interviewers Guide
Key Dates for 2023
Program Delivery - Schools 2023
1. Secondary School Expression of Interest:
Date: Friday 17th February 2023
2. Teacher Professional Development Workshop:
Date: Tuesday 28th March 2023
3. Confirm Student Numbers:
Date: Friday 14th July 2023
4. Student Resume and Application letters due:
Date: Friday 11th August 2023
Mock Interview Events
10th, 12th, 17th , 19th and 24th of October 2023
Merri-bek
Date: Tuesday 10th & 24th October 2023
Venue: Coburg Town Hall
Yarra Region
Date: Thursday 12th October 2023
Venue: Collingwood Town Hall, Collingwood
Darebin Region
Date: Tuesday 17th October & Thursday 19th October 2023
Venue: Darebin Arts Centre
RIJI Resources
RIJI Teachers Resource
This resource has been developed in collaboration with Real Industry Job Interviews (RIJI) Steering Committee members and has been revised a number of times to keep with current employment and recruitment practices.
Download a full copy of the latest Teachers Resource
or download the individual lesson plans (Pdf and Word document available).
Lesson Handouts
Lesson Plan Outline Pdf
Program Checklist Pdf
Resume Builder Pdf | Word document
Mock Interview Questions Pdf
Lesson 01 - SELF ASSESSMENT | Lesson 02 - JOB SEARCHING |
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L01 - Activity Pdf |Word document | L02 - Activity Pdf |Word document |
Lesson 03 - APPLYING FOR A JOB (S1) | Lesson 04 - APPLYING FOR A JOB (S2) |
L03 - Activity Pdf |Word document | L04 - Activity Pdf |Word document |
Lesson 05 - PREPARING FOR AN INTERVIEW (S1) | Lesson 06 - PREPARING FOR AN INTERVIEW (S2) |
L05 - Activity Pdf |Word document | L06 - Activity Pdf |Word document |
Lesson 07 - AFTER THE INTERVIEW | |
L07 - Activity Pdf |Word document |
Download all lessons ZIP file
Download all lesson handouts ZIP file
Additional Resources
The Anti-Anxiety Card
Use an Anti-Anxiety Card to tackle interview stress. Download a copy
Virtual Interview Tips
Virtual Interviews are becoming a more common practice for many job applicants these days. It is now even more important to learn the skills required to undertake a great virtual interview.
Here are a few tips for setting yourself up for success
Young Workers Rights at Work
Job Watch Employment Rights Legal Centre
On-Demand Presentations
For secondary school students and other young people
- Your Rights At Work: Entitlements and Pay
- Your Rights At Work: Bullying, Discrimination and Harassment
Career Quiz
The Job Outlook Career Quiz will help you to understand your work style and to explore careers you might enjoy. Take the Quiz
RIJI Lesson - Additional Resource
RIJI Lesson by lesson Resource Guide
A handy list of resource links to support each lesson delivery. View
Quick quiz to help list career options
www.yourcareer.gov.au/your-future-career
Resume
www.jobjumpstart.gov.au/resume-quiz
How I Got The Job - Videos
Profiles a range of different career journeys. View
My First Job Series - Videos
My First Job video series. These short, sharp videos show how the speakers started out in their careers and give young jobseekers plenty of hard-won advice on forging their careers. View
Daniel Grech - Mas Experience
Series of youtube presentations exploring workplace skills and knowledge
Presentation:







Experience

"The thing I most enjoy about the Program is getting interviewed by a stranger and having the experience of a real interview and what to expect from a job interview. I also get to ask questions which I got an excellent response."
"I find it a head start to finding and applying for a job for younger people. I enjoy making the resume and then taking to a real interviewer."

"I enjoyed writing the resume and finding out what my interests and future goals are. I also liked the fact that this interview could help prepare me when I get a job in the future."
"It made me feel good about myself by doing something on my own."
Participating RIJI Students
Program Partners









Contact Us
For general enquiries about the RIJI program contact: