Employability Week
Employability Week was held between 9 – 13 August. More information about the S1 2022 event will be available here closer to the date.
You can still discover your career mapping phase and access on-demand resources throughout the semester to help you navigate through your career journey.
Career mapping phases
Before you know where you want to go, you need to understand where you are.
Take the quiz to discover your career mapping phase
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Discover | Focus | Apply | Sorted |
Discover who you are by reflecting about what you want and explore the different career directions that might fit you. | Focus your next steps and plan how you will pursue your career goals - sign up for opportunities to develop your employability skills. | Apply your experiences, skills and knowledge towards securing career opportunities and connecting with professionals. | Sorted achieving your transition to work or further study? Continue to build your professional skills, experiences and networks for success. |
On-demand: Discover
Enrol in the Careers and Employability LMS Community to access LMS Modules.
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LMS Module: What should I do with my life?
You've already made some big decisions: enrolling at University and choosing a course. So, what's next from here? Start with this module about deepening your self-awareness and getting a little curious to explore ideas for your future career.
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LMS Module: How to choose a career
Trying to decide between career paths? We all have a mix of interests, strengths and skills which allows us to take a number of directions. Understanding your values, motivations, strengths and skills is key for career exploration and discovery.
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LMS Module: Introduction to career planning
Set goals and make some simple career decisions to put your career ideas into action. Career planning is a dynamic process - however formal or informal, these should remain flexible throughout your time at University.
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Industry Insights: AI more than tech
Adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) such as machine learning, natural language processing, deep learning, robotics and computer vision is transforming major industries. Hear from industry about in-demand skill sets and roles.
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Your Career - Going Global
Hear from alumni who have moved away from their home countries to establish successful global careers, as they discuss tips and pitfalls based on their own experiences.
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Game Changers: Rona Glynn-McDonald
Featuring Rona Glynn-McDonald who began the not-for-profit Common Ground while at University. Also discussed are the nature and impacts of the gig economy, especially on young people and their careers.
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Melbourne Climate Futures - planning your career in climate action
Seeking advice on careers in climate action? These stories from industry professionals working across a number of climate related disciplines, about their career paths, pitfalls and successes will be inspiring and informative.
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Personality and psychometric tests
When considering your desired career path it is important to truly reflect on your own motivations, preferences, values and working style. These online tests will help you understand and develop your self-awareness regarding your needs and interests.
On-demand: Focus
Enrol in the Careers and Employability LMS Community to access LMS Modules.
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LMS module: Explore the world of work
Access tools to explore the job market and find out about available jobs, employers who hire graduates in your study area, industry trends and skills in demand. When you're done, you'll be armed with effective strategies to find jobs.
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LMS Module: How to get an internship
No matter your field of interest, if you're looking to build experience, connect with professionals and test out your career ideas, there is no going past an internship. We'll help you find the internship that's right for you.
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Your work rights as an international students (GradChat)
JobWatch and the International Students Work Rights Legal Service provide a detailed discussion of what work rights are available to international students. Also what options are open to you if you have questions or concerns.
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The other side of happiness
Wondering how to focus your goals or what path to follow? This conversation may help while motivating you to lean into challenges. Explore the very important role difficult and even painful experiences play in producing happiness.
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Ask Alumni Live: Upskilling for Success
Whether you’re job hunting, taking your first career steps, or looking for a change, this Ask Alumni live session provides insight and practical advice about how to upskill strategically and future-proof your skillset.
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Alternatives to an internship
From industry projects, volunteering with clubs, societies or NFPs, to going on exchange, there are many experiences you can pursue to grow your skills. Find out about how employers see these and how you can package them on your CV.
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Get started with Career Planning
EmployMe's step-by-step career planning program will help you to make informed choices, navigate and maximise opportunities with purpose, whether you already know the career direction you are heading in or you are exploring ideas and interests.
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Industry reports by area of study
Understand how your chosen area of study translates to employment opportunities in the job market, find out about useful details such as job titles, employers and skills alligned to different study areas to help you evaluate your career options.
On-demand: Apply
Enrol in the Careers and Employability LMS Community to access LMS Modules.
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LMS Module: Building a professional resume
How should you present your skills and experience, so that they truly stand out? How do you tailor your resume for different employers? We make it easy, with this step-by-step guide to creating and presenting a professional resume.
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LMS Module: Mastering the cover letter
If you are ready to apply for a job, but feel unsure what to include in a cover letter, you are certainly not alone. Learn how to tailor your cover letter so you can progress to the next step in the application process.
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LMS Module: Responding to key selection criteria
Key selection criteria can be difficult to decode and can actually make or break your application. Find out what a standout response looks like, how different criteria can be handled and what employers are actually looking for.
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LMS Module: Preparing for interviews
Whether you're preparing for a phone, video or face-to-face interview, there are simple steps you can take to boost your confidence and get prepared. Explore common interview questions and learn what it takes to give compelling answers.
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Get a virtual resume check
Login to our SMART resume platform and receive AI-powered feedback on your resume: Upload your resume, get instant feedback and suggestions, make the changes and improve your score.
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Practice your personal elevator pitch
An effective personal elevator pitch will help you make a great first impression during interviews and networking opportunities. Use the SMART Pitch tool and receive AI-powered feedback to help you improve your delivery.
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Practice online aptitude tests
Employers commonly use psychometric, personality or aptitude tests to assess candidates during the hiring process. Aptitude tests, unlike others, do have a right or wrong answer, so practising them can make a big difference to your performance!
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Employment and Disability in Australia
Explore best practices to create more inclusive workplaces and recruitment practices for people with disabilities. It is vital for all of us to understand and create changes for greater inclusion and equality within our workplaces.
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Learn how to build a LinkedIn profile
Find out how to make the most of one of the world's biggest professional networks? Learn the best way to harness LinkedIn including selling yourself to an employer, identifying people you want in your network and approaching companies.
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Interview360
Test yourself and gain instant feedback to improve your ability to respond to interview questions. You'll find the latest advice along with a comprehensive library of questions to help you prepare for employer recruitment processes.
On-demand: Sorted
Enrol in the Careers and Employability LMS Community to access LMS Modules.
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LMS Module: How to meet professionals in your field
Making professional connections while you study can do wonders for your career. Get practical tips on how to find and connect with professionals in your field and avoid common mistakes so that you can successfully reach out and build your network.
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Find a mentor
Ready to find yourself a mentor? Mentoring programs connect you with alumni and other professionals, to help you prepare for a life of leadership and professional contribution. Explore our mentoring programs to find the right fit for you.
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How to make the most of mentoring
Are you thinking about meeting industry professionals by signing up for one of the University's mentoring programs? Gain strategies on how to approach mentoring, giving and receiving constructive feedback.
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Does job flexibility impact gender gaps in employment and wages?
Gender differences in employment and wages remain in Australia, despite efforts to close this gap. Understanding how we make choices and respond to circumstances such as job losses may provide insights that can lead to greater equality.
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Otto Scharmer on the four levels of listening
Get the most out of your mentoring and networking relationships by harnessing the critical skill of listening.
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68 Ways to Be Better at Life
Looking for a little wisdom? This episode features 'accidental futurist' Kevin Kelly discussing helpful insights about why enthusiasm beats intelligence, how to really listen, and much more.
Ask Alumni
Connect with graduates from around the world. Explore potential career paths and get insights into organisational culture one conversation at a time.