About the Blog

The Careers Blog has been designed to provide UTS students from all walks of life with the tips, industry know-how, and career insights needed for future success.
Created in 2016, the Blog’s goal is to help YOU find success, so browse through the posts and uncover the advice you need to ace your career journey!

Want to build your portfolio? Interested in sharing your insight? The Careers Blog welcomes submissions from the UTS community and industry alike. Visit our Contribute page for details on how you can be published.

About UTS Careers

UTS Careers works to equip students with the employability skills, confidence, and advice to achieve their career goals.

Working closely with graduate recruiters, faculties, and industry leaders, UTS Careers offers a variety of services and resources to help students get a head-start on their careers. From events and workshops, to in-person consultations and more, we can help!

For further information, please visit our website or swing by and talk to one of our enthusiastic Careers staff – we’re conveniently located in the UTS Tower Building: CB02.04.221.

Your brain’s superpowers: critical and creative thinking

by | 5 Nov, 2025 | Career Advice, Career Advice Postgraduate, Career Advice Undergraduate | 0 Comments

If someone asked you how you’d survive in a future where AI is creeping into every corner of life, misinformation is everywhere on social media, and democratic countries are under pressure with deepening divides… what would you say? Probably something like: “That’s a...
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Coffee Chats & Career Wins: How mentorship helped Janani build her professional network

by | 18 Sep, 2025 | Career Advice, Career Advice Undergraduate | 0 Comments

Mentorship is more than just a tool for personal and professional growth - it’s a powerful way to build a strong, supportive network. For Janani, a Biomedical Engineering student at UTS and a Peer Career Advisor at UTS Careers, mentoring has been key to expanding her...
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Why Christmas casual jobs can be the gift that keeps giving

by | 10 Sep, 2025 | Career Advice, Career Advice Undergraduate | 0 Comments

We’re halfway through Spring session, the weather’s warming up, and Mariah Carey is defrosting. It’s tiiiiiiime: Christmas casual job season is here! Whether you're saving for your 2026 Euro summer trip, looking to develop your skills, or want to add more experience...
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Real talk from real students: Career tips that actually help

by | 29 Jul, 2025 | Career Advice, Career Advice Postgraduate, Career Advice Undergraduate | 0 Comments

If you’ve ever wondered how to polish your resume, find the right internship, or prepare for a job interview but weren’t sure where to start - you’re not alone. That’s where Peer Career Advisors (PCAs) come in. PCAs are students just like you, trained to offer career...
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Everything you’ve wanted to know about PCAs (but were afraid to ask)

by | 22 Jul, 2025 | Career Advice, Career Advice Postgraduate, Career Advice Undergraduate, Careers | 0 Comments

At UTS Careers, PCAs are your go-to for practical, peer-to-peer advice. In this blog, we’re answering some of the most frequently asked questions about PCAs: what they do, how they can support you, and why speaking with one might be the smartest move you make this...
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Mentors: How to find one and why you should

by | 23 Jun, 2025 | Career Advice, Career Advice Postgraduate, Career Advice Undergraduate | 0 Comments

At the beginning of my career I was super confident I would succeed in my field no matter what – that I’d be hired by the right employer and have major career achievements just because I earned a degree from a reputable university. Despite my high confidence and...
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The realities of working abroad that no one tells you

by | 18 Jun, 2025 | Career Advice, Career Advice Postgraduate, Career Advice Undergraduate, Workplace culture | 0 Comments

I was absolutely giddy when I heard I was being sent to the UK for an on-site job opportunity. It had only been 6 months since I started my role at a leading multi-national corporation in India, and here I was, about to embark on an international journey. My mind spun...
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Making career moves in an uncertain world: A guide to getting unstuck

by | 28 May, 2025 | Career Advice | 0 Comments

You’ve seen the advice: “Do what you love and the rest will follow.” But what if “doing what you love” just looks like eating pizza, napping in your undies, and taking selfies with your dog…while low-key panicking about your future? If you’re feeling stuck, unsure, or...
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Returning to work? Here’s how to advocate for the flexibility that works for you

by | 16 Apr, 2025 | Career Advice, Workplace culture | 0 Comments

  The shift back to in-office work is a reality many of us are facing, and it's understandable if you're feeling a mix of anticipation and perhaps a little apprehension. After experiencing the flexibility of remote work, particularly while juggling studies, life...
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Graduate programs explained: When, where and how to apply

by | 12 Mar, 2025 | Career Advice | 0 Comments

If you’re heading into the final year of your degree, you’ve probably started to think about your post-study options and have come across graduate programs. But what exactly are they, and should you apply for one? Graduate programs are entry-level roles that involve...
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