1
00:00:01,300 --> 00:00:05,120
I'm Jaydene Pearson and I studied a Bachelor
of Mechanical Engineering (Honours)

2
00:00:05,120 --> 00:00:08,060
at Swinburne University of Technology.

3
00:00:08,060 --> 00:00:11,500
I've always been drawn to engineering because it applies science and maths

4
00:00:11,500 --> 00:00:13,320
to real-world problems.

5
00:00:13,320 --> 00:00:16,260
It allowed me to move into industries like
energy and utilities

6
00:00:16,260 --> 00:00:19,100
where I can improve people's lives.

7
00:00:19,120 --> 00:00:22,700
I got involved in the In2science program to
give back to the community

8
00:00:22,700 --> 00:00:26,400
and to encourage students to consider a career in science and maths.

9
00:00:26,400 --> 00:00:30,449
During my In2science placement I helped students
with their work and experiments

10
00:00:30,449 --> 00:00:33,030
and I gave them as much insight as I could into uni life.

11
00:00:33,030 --> 00:00:36,649
The teachers I worked with were fantastic
and loved having me in the classroom.

12
00:00:36,649 --> 00:00:39,440
I felt really supported from start to finish.

13
00:00:39,440 --> 00:00:44,969
I now work for Lendlease in their graduate program
on an infrastructure project in Melbourne.

14
00:00:44,969 --> 00:00:49,200
Being an In2science mentor helped me to develop
crucial skills for this role.

15
00:00:49,200 --> 00:00:53,500
I need to be able to explain engineering ideas
and communicate information in a way

16
00:00:53,500 --> 00:00:55,560
that is relevant and engaging.

17
00:00:55,560 --> 00:01:00,740
I also use the interpersonal skills I developed
by mentoring students of all different backgrounds and personalities

18
00:01:00,760 --> 00:01:03,940
when working on team projects
and meeting with clients at Lendlease.

19
00:01:04,600 --> 00:01:06,760
In2science was a very rewarding experience.

20
00:01:06,760 --> 00:01:09,160
It helped me to stand out from the crowd of other graduates

21
00:01:09,320 --> 00:01:11,160
and it put a new perspective on my career.

22
00:01:11,160 --> 00:01:15,120
It also allowed me to adapt to change and
be flexible, which is invaluable

23
00:01:15,120 --> 00:01:17,800
because the world is always evolving and I need to keep up with it.