Canberra EPC 2025 Wrap-Up
The Canberra Emerging Professional Committee (EPC) works to represent the interests of ACS’s emerging professional members, from students to graduates to those in the early stages of their tech career.
The ACS Canberra EPC has now been established for nearly one year, and successfully delivered two events in 2025:
The Canberra Emerging Professional Committee (EPC) works to represent the interests of ACS’s emerging professional members, from students to graduates to those in the early stages of their tech career.
The ACS Canberra EPC has now been established for nearly one year, and successfully delivered two events in 2025:
From Campus to Career:
On 28 Aug, ACS Canberra proudly hosted the first Emerging Professionals Committee (EPC) event, From Campus to Career, at the University of Canberra.
This panel discussion brought together around 50 students and early-career professionals to explore how to successfully transition from study to the ICT workforce - discussing networking, building connections, and overcoming common challenges such as permanent residency pathways and language barriers faced by international students.
Key takeaways from the event:
- Networking is a skill, not just a buzzword - genuine connections made at events like this can open doors you didn’t even know existed.
- Practical experience counts - internships and early projects often make a stronger impression than grades alone.
- Confidence can be cultivated - preparing for interviews and clearly knowing your story is essential.
- International students bring unique strengths - focus on your skills and adaptability rather than viewing visa status or language background as barriers.
- ACS is your gateway to career growth - through our mentorship, events, and industry connections, we help students and emerging ICT professionals accelerate their journey in the tech workforce.
Your Network is Your Net Worth
On 27 November, the EPC hosted Your Network is Your Net Worth event. From emerging professionals taking their first steps in the ICT sector, to long-standing ACS members offering guidance and wisdom, the room was filled with genuine connection, curiosity, and collaboration.
A special shout-out to our keynote speaker, Jim Boekel
Jim delivered an inspiring session on the true value of strategic networking – showing how intentional conversations can accelerate careers, strengthen organisational purpose, and open doors across industries. His message was clear: every interaction is an opportunity for growth.
Deep appreciation to all participating ACS Professional Members
Your presence transformed the night. From leading roundtable discussions to sharing real-world advice, you demonstrated exactly what makes Canberra’s ICT community exceptional — generosity, openness, and a genuine commitment to supporting the next generation of tech leaders.
Supporting Growth Across the Canberra Tech Ecosystem
ACS Canberra remains dedicated to empowering our members and strengthening the ICT sector across the region. By bringing emerging professionals and seasoned industry leaders together, we help:
- cultivate the next generation of ICT talent,
- encourage continuous learning and meaningful knowledge exchange, and
- support a thriving, collaborative, and future-ready tech community in Canberra.
Well done to the Canberra EPC on a successful 2025, and good luck for 2026! If you’d like to keep up to date on what the EPC are up to, follow the ACS Canberra page here.