Career Advice Undergraduate
Events 101: Mastering the art of professionalism
Attending a career event soon? Whether it’s a social gathering or industry conference, these events present a valuable opportunity for you to gain industry insights, experiences and expertise from people with diverse backgrounds. To make the most of these types...
6 top attributes recruiters are looking for in graduate candidates
Have you ever wondered what attributes graduate employers look for in candidates? This year, the UTS Careers team attended The Australian Association of Graduate Employers (AAGE) annual conference, bringing together graduate employers from around the nation to learn,...
Strategies to prepare for your first post-uni job
Although you go to university fully expecting to learn the skills you need to enter the workforce full-time, it’s natural for the nerves to get to you once you graduate. While first-day jitters are normal, it’s important you face your anxiety and get your mind right,...
Beyond coffee runs: The new world of startup internships
Originally published by UTS StartupsIn bygone days, internships often painted a picture of fledgling workers running errands or brewing coffee. Today, however, with the rise of technology enabling even the smallest of companies to offer greater opportunities, the...
Mastering the art of presentation: A step-by-step guide
Presentations are an integral part of university life and play a crucial role in various aspects of your academic and professional journey, from assessments to job interviews. Whether you're gearing up for a university project, an assessment centre in a recruitment...
Generative AI and your career: The impact of AI on the future job market
If you’ve ever wondered how AI could affect your career, you’re not alone. In recent times, we’ve witnessed many conflicting strategies and approaches to using and regulating the use of AI. This, combined with the rapid evolution of the tools themselves, has left many...
Hakan Day’s career journey to playing a key role in the production of KitKat
Have you ever been on the cusp of landing your dream role, only to not go through to the final round? We recently chatted to UTS Mechanical Engineering alumni, Hakan Day, about his career journey. From almost landing a grad role, to the importance of determination and...
Receiving help is not a sign of weakness
With R U OK day and UTS Wellbeing week this September, I couldn’t help but think of those battling mental setbacks. I often think about how the way we go on with our daily life is like a scene from a movie. When I ponder about this, I picture one of the most famous...
The Importance of Empathy in The Workforce
Empathy: the ability to understand and share the feelings of another. Alfred Adler once said, “Empathy is seeing with the eyes of another, listening with the ears of another and feeling with the heart of another.” As someone who considers themselves to be very in...
Chasing bytes and bites: Why choosing an IT Major is like choosing your favourite ice cream
Picture this: you're standing in front of a bustling ice cream parlour. You’re confronted by an array of flavours that span from the classics like vanilla to wild, futuristic concoctions like Ginger Pineapple. Each scoop holds a world of delight, and your mind starts...
The search for the perfect bacon and egg roll (aka job)
Finding the perfect job can be a lot like finding the perfect bacon and egg roll – challenging and a little messy but worth the effort. For many years I had dreamt about finding the ideal breakfast bun. The first bacon and egg roll I tried was in the building I had...
Acing Psychometric Tests: Why they’re important
Article courtesy of WikiJob As the global economic crisis continues, many people are trying to land higher-paying jobs or additional gigs. But, before they can land their preferred work, they must pass the hiring process. One of the obstacles that may be required by...
How to find an internship you’ll love: Insights from UTS Alumni
Securing an internship is a valuable opportunity for students to gain real-world experience and explore their chosen industry. However, navigating the internship search process can be daunting. To help you find, secure, and make the most of your next internship, we've...
So, you want to teach? 8 options that are not primary or high school teaching
Do you enjoy tutoring, or helping others learn? Are you unsure about whether you want to go into primary or secondary school teaching? One of the topics that regularly comes up amongst the U:PASS leaders is the desire to move into teaching. I imagine that might be the...
A rewarding part-time job (that isn’t in retail or hospitality)
Do you want a part-time job that’s fun and rewarding? Are you looking for something different from hospitality or retail? Have you considered disability support work?I am a value-driven individual who looks to make a difference in the work they do. While working in...
SHL Tests: 6 smart tips to pass every time
Originally published by WikiJob Looking for a new job? You might have to take an SHL test. Saville and Holdsworth Limited (SHL) is one of the most popular providers of psychometric tests, used by thousands of organizations worldwide. While these tests can be daunting,...
5 ways your side hustle can benefit your main career
The reality of work in 2022 is that most people aren't satisfied with the good old 9-to-5 anymore. A growing number of individuals are choosing unconventional career paths these days: Research from McKinsey shows that 58% of Americans had the option to work remotely...
The connection between career paths and mental health
As a society, we place a lot of stress on our chosen career paths and what we want to do with the rest of our lives. This can make the decision of choosing a career in and of itself incredibly stressful. Unfortunately, once you’ve landed a job, the stress doesn’t...
How to decide between multiple job offers
The job application process can often be daunting. You spend a great deal of time crafting and presenting the best version of yourself in the hope that one of the companies you apply to accepts you in a role. Few people consider the idea of multiple businesses being...
Setback to success: Skills to succeed with Naby Mariyam
Have you just faced a rejection, and now you're feeling unsure about your next steps? Or maybe you're questioning whether you've got the skills to create a career from the ground up? This article is for you. Welcome to part two of our discussion with CEO and Founder...
Forget the fear of failure: Embracing change with Naby Mariyam
The start of a new session at university always brings with it a sense of change – the holidays are over, you’ve got new classes, your schedule is changing, and you’re suddenly reminded that you’re one step closer to graduation. This time can also prompt a lot of...
Why you should start looking for summer internships in the middle of winter
The weather is cold, the milo is hot, and summer feels a million years away. Why, then, am I persuading you to start looking for a summer internship? There is a very simple explanation:Because employers are already recruiting.If you want to secure an internship that...
5 things to do for your career instead of filing your taxes
Firstly, a disclaimer: I’m not encouraging you to commit tax fraud or evasion.Obviously, you’re going to file your tax returns eventually. However, sometimes, when you have something big you need to do (like filing your tax returns), you want to do anything but that...
How to pivot your career direction mid-degree
If you’re midway through your studies and you’re thinking about working in a different industry or specialty than the one you’re studying, don’t worry – you’re not alone! It’s common to start thinking about different career pathways while you’re studying, and...