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From gaining part time work while you study, clarifying your longer term goals, or connecting with industry, we have a service or resource to fit your current needs and help you achieve your career goals.

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Everything you need to know about finding a job, graduate programs, searching for work and more.

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Find useful tips on the job application process, including writing cover letters and resume, submitting applications and helpful interview tips.

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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.

Jobs on Campus

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Workshops and events

world-of-difference

Event • 31 Jul 2019 at 12:30pm

International Students: Introduction to Make a World of Difference

Living, studying and working in a foreign country can present challenges, and any assistance can "Make a World of Difference". The "Make a World of Difference" program will focus on…

world-of-difference

Event • 7 Aug 2019 at 12:30pm

International Students: Self-Awareness and Employability

Designed specifically for our international students, this workshop will help you discover how improved self-awareness, identifying your values, interests and motivations are directly linked to your employability. This is the…

world-of-difference

Event • 14 Aug 2019 at 12:30pm

International Students: Create a LinkedIn Profile

Designed specifically for our international students, this workshop will show you how to leverage your LinkedIn profile, expand your network and create a professional online identity. This workshop will be…

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Me in a minute

Produce your pitch

Attend a Me in a Minute workshop and learn how to create a 60 second pitch explaining why you're unique in the labour market.

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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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Quit Ghosting Your Employer

Quit Ghosting Your Employer

We’ve all been there; a scary boss you don’t know how to talk to about your uni timetable. You can’t ghost in the shadows forever though. Eventually you’re going to…

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Who is the VC and what does he do?

Who is the VC and what does he do?

Throughout your time at the University of Newcastle you’re going to get to know a ton of interesting people. However, someone you will likely hear a lot about but may…

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Your guide to achieving success at university

Your guide to achieving success at university

You’ve made it. All the hard work has paid off and you’re finally a student at the University of Newcastle. Congratulations! It may seem like you’ve reached your end goal…

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Your Support Services Checklist

Your Support Services Checklist

Coming to a new country has its challenges. If studying alone isn’t enough to handle (!), you also have to know information like where to find things around campus, public…

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