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 Coronavirus (COVID-19) - University of Newcastle advice

At the University of Newcastle, students are at the heart of all that we do. In light of the COVID-19 pandemic we have a range of information and resources available for all students.

For the most up-to-date information and FAQs about the University’s response to the evolving nature of COVID-19, visit our dedicated website.

If you’re a student looking for support and resources for studying during the changes brought on by COVID-19 (including studying from home), visit the Uni @ home page.

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Prepare yourself for life beyond uni. Learn about career planning, volunteer opportunities, how to join a club or society, and other great uni initiatives to help you develop your employability skills.

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Workshops and events

Meet the Employer

Event • 10 Aug 2020 from 11:00am - 12:00pm

Meet the Employer: teach.NSW (1st year students)

In this information session, Teach.NSW will be joining us to discuss the opportunities & resources available with to students in their first year of a Teaching program.

Meet the Employer

Event • 10 Aug 2020 from 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Meet the Employer: teach.NSW (2nd/3rd year students)

In this information session, Teach.NSW will be joining us to discuss the opportunities & resources available with to students in their second or third year of a Teaching program.

Meet the Employer

Event • 10 Aug 2020 from 1:00pm - 1:30pm

Meet the Employer: teach.NSW (final year students)

In this information session, Teach.NSW will be joining us to discuss the opportunities & resources available with to students in their final year of a Teaching program.

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News

News • 7 Aug 2020

Lunch with BDO - 13 August 2020 via Zoom

BDO Invites students who are interested in applying for a Graduate, Vacation or Undergraduate program to attend ...

News • 7 Aug 2020

Finding a job while you study

Using real time video conferencing technology, Career Chat sessions are compact and designed to keep you up to date ...

News • 6 Aug 2020

NSW Government Gradate Program Online Information Session TODAY!

It is not too late to REGISTER for the online Info Session for the NSW Government Graduate Program 2021 today at ...

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National Diversity Virtual Careers Fair

Thursday 20 August, 11am - 2pm

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Start It Up

Pitch Competition

Win $2500 to help launch your big idea

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Employability Excellence Awards

Nominations are now open

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What Employers Are Saying

Work experience

Work Integrated Learning and professional placement

Work Integrated Learning and professional placement

Undertaking a WIL course or a professional placement is a great way to put theory into practice while developing and demonstrating your employability skills.

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Internships and other industry experience

Internships and other industry experience

Gaining workplace experience within your industry can help with your career decision-making, as well as develop relevant skills and contacts. Check out CareerHub for advertised opportunities.

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Part-time and casual work

Part-time and casual work

If you are working part-time or casually, you are probably already demonstrating and developing a range of employability skills. Contact Careers for information on how to help future employers understand your skills.

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Finding a job in a tough market

Finding a job in a tough market

There’s no denying that the job market right now is tough and a lot of students are feeling the anxiety of the situation. At UON, we are lucky enough to…

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Goal setting during times of uncertainty

Goal setting during times of uncertainty

There’s no doubting 2020 has been turned on its head. Those New Year’s resolutions which you set might have well and truly gone out the window. But that doesn’t mean…

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Transitioning to life off campus

Transitioning to life off campus

Living on campus can be easy, fun and super convenient (hello rolling out of bed and into your 8am lecture within fifteen minutes) but there are some major reasons why…

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How to level up and add ‘award-winning’ to your resume

How to level up and add ‘award-winning’ to your resume

The best thing about the Student Engagement Awards isn’t getting glammed up for the night, or trying to eat all the tapas you can manage, or even snapping that perfect…

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