Career Advice Undergraduate
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...
Can you design your future?
Look, none of us can predict the future but that doesn’t mean you can’t take steps now to help steer it in a direction that #sparksjoy. How can you do that, I hear you ask? Well friends, let me introduce you to this delightful little theory of Life Design.Drawing on...
Six ways to fast track your career progression
Have you ever been frustrated, waiting for your manager to offer you a promotion, or wondered what more you could do to stand out from your peers? Use these tips and tricks to get the recognition you deserve and fast-track your progression. 1. Set your career (and...
Fitting in(stitutions) while Black
Recently, myself and a colleague wrote an article at The Conversation examining some nuances of working while Black. We use the word Black to refer to political identities connected to ancestry, as well as a cultural and social experience of race and to...
6 reasons why you should volunteer at university
Being a university student isn’t easy. If you’re a recent school leaver, then you are probably learning about the epic juggle of university life. Trying to balance your studies with your home life, plus maybe working part-time and trying to catch up with your friends...
Helpful tips in returning to coursework or your career
There are various reasons people take a break from their studies or before pursuing a career. You might have explored a little more of the world and gained some new experiences. Family or parenting obligations may also have briefly interrupted your education. Whatever...
Pathways to digital marketing careers
It’s everywhere – on your phone, on your PC; it may have even led you here. Digital marketing is the way businesses communicate and promote their products and services to the world. Though we may think of clickable ads and pop-ups as digital marketing, digital...
What is an internship? Meaning, definitions and how to get one
Originally published by WikiJobsAs competition for graduate jobs increases, students need to think of new ways to set themselves apart from all of the other equally qualified and skilled candidates. Graduates who have relevant workplace experience tend to be more...
There is no such thing as ‘just a uni job’
Getting a job on campus at your university is not just a means to an end, it can be the start of something really special. You’ll be taking advantage of a typically more flexible work schedule, get a chance to see the ‘behind-the-scenes’ of your uni and will get the...
Growing your career: The importance of personal branding and how to master it
Being happy in a career isn't a necessity for living a fulfilled life – but it's definitely a good start. So, what is it that makes people satisfied with their jobs? Recent research data shows that most professionals (as many as 80%, in fact) feel like the key to job...
How to make a difference as a mentor in 4 easy ways
What makes a mentor stand out? We all have people in our lives that we find inspiring, motivating, and driven, but the secret to being a mentor is more than just enthusiasm (although that never goes to waste!)From sharing their knowledge and expertise to providing...
4 signs a healthcare career may be right for you
The healthcare industry offers various rewarding career paths. You have the opportunity to make a significant difference in individual patients' lives and the community at large. Lucrative salaries are also a feature of many roles in the sector. The Australian...
Feel the fear and do it anyway: getting into mentoring
I’ve found it informative to hear from students about their anxieties around getting into mentoring. Some of these included:Not sure where to startSelf-doubt about their ability to interact with a professionalFear of rejection or not being liked by their potential...
How to launch your career in real estate as an Agent
Is your 2022 career goal to take steps towards working in the real estate industry? A career as a real estate agent can involve everything from supporting clients to downsize or upsize their home or buy their first property, to guiding them through the property...
An interview with an Animator: tips and tricks to succeed
People often think of Disney, Nickelodeon or Cartoon Network when someone mentions animation but if you’ve seen a Marvel or DC film recently, or any blockbuster that requires CGI, you’re seeing the work of a huge team of animators and VFX artists.Animation has always...
5 tips for preparing for a career in IT
Information technology is a booming industry offering a variety of jobs. It's an excellent field for those looking for a chance to advance and earn a solid income. In January 2020, records indicated at least 3 million people held jobs in some part of IT in America.If...
Things to consider for pursuing a career in project management
What’s got you leaning toward a career in project management? Is it the average salary of a little over $95,000? The challenging yet fulfilling job responsibilities? Or is it leading a team that entices you?Whatever the story is behind why you’re pursuing a career in...
Building connections and making a difference: An interview with a mentor and mentee
When you’re first starting out in your career, everything can seem a little daunting. You might not be sure where to go for tips on starting out or rising up the ranks, navigating different workplace cultures, or how to put your degree to good use.Here at UTS Careers,...
The word ‘supervisor’ has ‘super’ in it
Picture this: you have landed your dream internship/job. It is your first day at your new gig. You are introduced to a room full of the brightest individuals who will now be your colleagues. You are determined to make the most out of this opportunity you have received...
3 ways to grow in your corporate career
Most people want to feel valued in the career they choose, and oftentimes, individuals will feel a slow burnout if they aren't seeing their work and efforts acknowledged. It can take time to find a job you feel invested in and choosing a career often comes down to not...
Red flags in job ads that should make you run the other way ?
Have you ever read a job ad and it just seems… off?The job search process can be stressful and disheartening, especially if you’re creating application after application and receiving nothing but rejections or the silent treatment. But that doesn’t mean you should...
3 engineering career pathways into the solar industry
(Warning: this post gets a little techy!) The transition to decarbonised energy systems is well underway globally, and new rooftop and utility solar is a big part of this change. Opportunities abound for talented solar energy professionals. These include working in...
How to start your career in customer success
You know when you witness a terrible decision and can almost feel the lost potential? That’s the foundation of my career in customer success. It started the way most business ventures do - with an idea. I’d seen CEOs spend millions on product development, only for...
Find your perfect match: preparing for careers fairs like a date
How do you usually find and get ready for a date? It’s different for everyone, but these days you can probably expect that apps will be involved – you want to have a great profile that stands out, chat that flows, and end the entire thing by arranging another date in...