Learning beyond the classroom
Nancy’s experience in the Graduate Program has also reshaped how she thinks about learning and development.
“At uni, learning felt very structured. You’d study, sit exams, then move on,” she says. “Since starting full‑time work, I’ve realised how continuous learning really is.”
Most of her growth now comes from day‑to‑day experiences, asking questions, making mistakes, receiving feedback, and applying new knowledge in real time.
“It’s less about having all the answers and more about being open, adapting as you go, and getting comfortable with not knowing everything straight away.”
“At uni, learning felt very structured. You’d study, sit exams, then move on,” she says. “Since starting full‑time work, I’ve realised how continuous learning really is.”
Most of her growth now comes from day‑to‑day experiences, asking questions, making mistakes, receiving feedback, and applying new knowledge in real time.
“It’s less about having all the answers and more about being open, adapting as you go, and getting comfortable with not knowing everything straight away.”
Supported from day one
Support has been a defining feature of Nancy’s Graduate Program experience. From the beginning, she was paired with a grad buddy and sponsor, with regular check‑ins continuing throughout the year.
“It’s been really valuable having people I can go to for advice or just to talk things through,” she says.
The graduate cohort has also played a key role, creating a sense of connection through shared experiences, informal catch‑ups, and open conversations about rotations and future pathways. Across every team she has joined, Nancy has felt genuinely supported and encouraged to learn.
“It’s been really valuable having people I can go to for advice or just to talk things through,” she says.
The graduate cohort has also played a key role, creating a sense of connection through shared experiences, informal catch‑ups, and open conversations about rotations and future pathways. Across every team she has joined, Nancy has felt genuinely supported and encouraged to learn.