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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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2020 Education Virtual Careers Expo

Event • 8 Apr 2020 at 10:00am

Virtual Education Careers Expo

Using real time video conferencing technology, the Virtual Education Careers Expo gives you the opportunity to meet with employing organisations and discuss the best way to gain employment in the…

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Event • 28 Apr 2020 at 10:00am

Career Chat: Chats with Industry

Employers and recruiters discussing the impact of COVID-19 on their recruitment strategy.Watch this space to discover our industry guests.Register HereAbout Career Chat sessionsUsing real time video conferencing technology, Career Chat…

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Event • 30 Apr 2020 at 3:00pm

Career Chat: Building Employability During Social Isolation

What steps can you take from home to build your employability?Register HereAbout Career Chat sessionsUsing real time video conferencing technology, Career Chat sessions are compact and designed to keep you…

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News

News • 8 Apr 2020

anzuk Education - Webinar for Education Students

anzuk Education specialise in assisting teachers finding their next opportunity whether that be a casual, contract ...

News • 6 Apr 2020

Want to work with some of Australia’s most recognisable brands after you graduate?

Carlton & United Breweries: Grad Program Q&A (Facebook Live) Carlton United Breweries are holding a unique, online ...

News • 6 Apr 2020

Talk to the Employers - Graduate Recruitment during COVID-19

Feeling overwhelmed searching and applying for summer internships and graduate programs during this time of ...

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2020 Virtual Education Careers Expo

Wednesday 8th April

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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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Transitioning to life off campus

Transitioning to life off campus

By Tegan Blair 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…

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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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Beyond the Resume: Why More and More Students are Volunteering

Beyond the Resume: Why More and More Students are Volunteering

Becoming a volunteer doesn’t have to be a chore or even just something to chuck onto your resume and hope it impresses whoever is reading it. As well as providing…

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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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