Careers in Government
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Curious about what it’s like to work in the public sector? Careers in Government gives you the chance to connect directly with representatives from a range of government organisations and gain insights into their roles, workplaces, and what they look for in candidates.
A list of participating organisations will be published here in the coming weeks.
What to expect
The event runs in two parts:
1.30 – 2.30pm | Open networking | Foyer, NUspace
The first hour is an informal networking session with representatives from government organisations. Drop in and connect with employers to:
- Introduce yourself and start building professional connections
- Build confidence speaking with employers in a relaxed, low pressure environment
- Ask broad questions about roles, career pathways and graduate opportunities
This is a drop‑in session, so you can arrive at any point during the hour. Bookings are not required. However, if you’d like to receive a reminder, you’re welcome to register.
2.30 – 3.30pm | Guided employer roundtable discussions | X101, NUspace
In the second hour, representatives from different government organisations will rotate between tables. You’ll spend time with each organisation before they move on, giving you a different perspective with every rotation. Question prompts will be available to help get conversations started, or you’re welcome to bring your own questions. This session will help you gain deeper insight into:
- What it’s like to work in government day to day
- Career progression and development opportunities
- The skills and qualities government employers value
- The personal career journeys of representatives, including challenges and lessons learned
Registration is required for this session and places are limited. Register early to secure your spot.
Who should attend
This event is open to all students interested in exploring careers in government. It may be particularly relevant if you’re studying or interested in:
- Business, commerce, law, or criminology
- Social science, media and communication, or visual communication design
- IT, computer science, data science, cyber security, or mathematics
Event Information
- Date: This in person event will be held on Thursday 18 June 2026 from 1:30pm - 3:30pm
- Location: NUspace Building, Cnr Hunter St & Auckland St, Newcastle NSW 2300
- Room: Ground Floor Foyer (Networking) & X101 (Guided Employer Roundtable Discussions)
- Campus: Newcastle (City)
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