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Should I stay or should I go? Deciding whether a job is right for you
Job searching. It’s not exactly anyone’s favourite activity – looking for jobs can be draining, stressful, and disheartening, especially if you’ve been searching for a while with no concrete results.So when it finally happens - when you get your application in on...
Getting a job after graduating with a business degree
If you're a business major, you're probably a practical, goal-oriented, career-minded person. All of these are excellent qualities that can serve you well along your intended career path. However, personal qualities can only take you so far. If you want to get a job...
How striving for 100 rejections landed me a job
Application after application, sleepless nights, rejections and constantly worrying about being good enough. We see our peers doing well and feel like an imposter while scrolling through Linkedin, questioning ourselves: what am I doing wrong? This is something we have...
5 tips for job hunting before graduating
Graduating from uni is an exciting prospect. You are finally completing the transition from childhood to adulthood and almost ready to apply all the theoretical knowledge and practical training you've gained in a real-world setting. Everyone approaches this...
How I spent my first internship saving lives
Looking for internship opportunities that I was interested in was a struggle for me. I had not really been in the workplace before attempting to complete an internship so I was hesitant to decide between medical research or medical devices and their maintenance....
How to land an internship during a pandemic
Finding an internship can be tricky at the best of times, but chuck a global pandemic into the mix? Ooh boy, it gets even tougher. That’s why when we see UTS students landing valuable work experience positions, we definitely sit up and take notice.That’s where...
Top tips to help international students find work
Being an international student is one of the most exciting experiences you will have in your lifetime. You will meet tons of fascinating people, see a range of different things, and, overall, just be changed for the better (even if COVID has changed a few things). One...
How to stand out in a highly competitive labour market
Are you looking for work right now? Or about to graduate in the middle of the pandemic? It is a daunting situation to be in, with the media reporting negatively on the topic. The unemployment rate is rising, but while certain industries are struggling, others are...
It’s okay to ask for help
We’re living in a strange and unprecedented time in history, and it’s safe to say that a majority of us may be feeling more than a little off-kilter. It’s important to remember that you’re not alone, and it’s more than okay to ask for help.There is so much news and so...
Don’t get caught out in a job scam
When you are applying for work and sending out multiple applications each day, job advertisements can all start to blur together. It is important to make sure what you are applying for is legitimate as, unfortunately, you may come across fake accounts and job...
How to land a job in sales as a business student
Though it may come as a surprise, business students (and those studying a related field) can leverage their studies to land a role in sales. More importantly, with so many industries that you can go into after working in sales, it could be the ideal stepping stone...
How to land a job in software engineering as a graduate
Whether you’re looking into studying software engineering or you’re just about to graduate, you might be wondering what you need to improve your chances of landing a job. According to SEEK, job growth in Software Engineering is set to grow by 21% in 5 years. Here at...
To intern or not to intern: is this internship right for you?
While undertaking an internship is pretty vital to your career success, deciding which ones to apply for can be a bit confusing. To help you decide whether an internship opportunity is right for you, here’s a quick and easy checklist to help you decide! Plus, if you...
Finding the perfect role for you in a tech startup
Australia is flourishing with a range of tech startups and a range of different roles you might fit into. Juniors, recent graduates and even those looking to change career paths might find the perfect place at a tech startup. Some of these companies are looking for...
5 top tips for finding happiness in the law
My name is Jessie Porteus and I am a happy lawtrepreneur!Last year I started my own legal training business called The Learned Crew (TLC for short), which aims to prepare the next generation of lawyers for the real world of law in an ever-changing legal industry, and...
3 strategies for landing a job that feels just out of reach
So you want to apply for a job but you don’t tick all the boxes listed in the job ad? If you’re still not confident about applying, read this article first to determine if you are qualified enough to apply. It might seem logical to only apply for jobs you’re qualified...
How to quit a well-paying job for a lifelong dream
Letting go of a job you worked hard to get and is now paying handsomely is a daunting thing. Just when you are ready to walk out of that cubicle, the reassurance of a steady paycheck and a comfortable life pulls you back in. However, once you’ve entertained the...
What to consider when working overseas
My name is Megan and I’m the cliché British backpacker on her working holiday visa.I moved to Sydney in February for a job opportunity that I couldn’t turn down. I started working as an SEO Specialist for Employment Hero over a month ago and I am loving the learning...
The ultimate survival guide to your first internship
Entering into your first internship can be just as daunting as your first job. It might even be more so if your internship is in the field you want a career in.So we compiled a survival guide to get you through the first couple of days at your internship, and to get...
What are the main benefits of moving abroad for work?
Working abroad is a dream come true for many professionals. It has value not only as an enjoyable and broadening experience, but also as a means of equipping you with skills that will stand you in good stead for the rest of your career. If you’re considering working...
Taking care of yourself at work
Chances are that at some point in your career your work environment is going to change. You could be moving from an active job in hospitality or retail, to your first ever office role. You could go from making your own schedule as a freelancer, to being expected to...
How Finding a Job is Like Buying a House
Changing jobs and moving house is up there amongst the top 10 most stressful life events. Having spent the past few months searching for and eventually buying a new house, it was apparent how similar the process and the emotions can be. There are disappointments,...
3 Tips for Recent Grads on Getting into Non-Profit
You’ve just graduated from uni and a fine graduation robe now hangs in the wardrobe.Unlike your peers, you don’t feel like toiling for a pay-check in one of those Fortune 500 corporations. You want to do something meaningful for the world and give back to the...
A Novice’s Guide to Video Interviews
I just finished one of my first ever video interviews. It was an interesting experience, we couldn't get the video to work for a start. It ended up being a phone call via computer. The whole process, from me figuring out the platform my interviewer wanted to use, to...