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Graduate programs explained: When, where and how to apply

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...

From application to interview: tools and tips to get you hired

  Recruitment can be a remarkably laborious and lengthy process, but using relevant tools and methods can significantly enhance your chances of recruitment. Whether you’re a new graduate or switching careers, we’ll take your through important tools and concepts...

Careers fair advice from the experts: Employers attending the 2025 UTS Graduate and Internship Careers Fair

Careers fairs are where the career magic happens. They’re your ticket to discovering epic career paths, connecting with professionals, and scoring valuable insights from recent graduates and hiring managers. This event could be your gateway to many opportunities, but...

New year, new business? A comprehensive guide to starting your own business in Australia

  Starting a business is an exciting and rewarding journey. Luckily, Australia’s strong economy, supportive entrepreneurial ecosystem, and diverse market make it an ideal place to launch your venture. However, navigating how to start can be a bit overwhelming....

Tips for advancing your career in today’s competitive job market

  As we step into 2025 the job market is fiercer than ever, with candidates vying for limited opportunities and top salary packages. To secure your next role, it’s crucial to prepare effectively. Here are straightforward tips to help you ace your career:  1....

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How to handle interview rejection and feedback

How to handle interview rejection and feedback

Rejection is part of life, but that doesn’t mean it’s an easy thing to face. But there are a few things to keep in mind to get through an interview rejection.Community Coordinator, Sarah Graham, runs the UTS Peer Network and has a few pieces of advice that can help...

The best thing you can do in 2020? Get experience

The best thing you can do in 2020? Get experience

The idea of balancing study with attaining real-world industry experience can seem a little overwhelming, particularly if you’re also working throughout. However it’s one of the few things that can really help establish you in the eyes of future employers, and is...

How to de-spook your career future

How to de-spook your career future

When thinking about what your future holds makes you want to scream and dive for cover, you know it’s time to make some changes. Many people have a lot of anxiety around their career options and can get pretty spooked whenever the subject comes up. Luckily, we have a...

How to stand out: your first day at a law firm

How to stand out: your first day at a law firm

A first impression doesn’t end with an interview – your first day in the office is just as important. Meeting your new colleagues, learning the lay of the land, and settling in to your role can be daunting when you first start out, but you can certainly solidify a...

What’s your social style?

What’s your social style?

How knowing your social style can help you be more effective in life. Have you ever wondered why some interactions with people leave you feeling frustrated, annoyed or even down-right angry? While conversations with others feel effortless, easy and constructive. I...

Why the holiday season is THE pinnacle networking period

Why the holiday season is THE pinnacle networking period

It’s the start of December and the holiday season has officially begun. For many, this likely means being accosted by festive décor at your local shopping centre, weekends suddenly filling up with catch-ups you’ve been putting off for most of the year, and inboxes...

Summer Internships and why you should do one

Summer Internships and why you should do one

With the impending arrival of summer, much of your semester will be coming to an end and exams are slowly wrapping up. If you’d rather not sleep the days away, escape the Australian heat and invest some time in your career this summer! Whilst you may be looking, have...

What is a portfolio & why do I need one?

What is a portfolio & why do I need one?

You’re on CareerHub, looking at a job at your dream company that seems perfect for you, and you’re about to hit that ‘apply now’ button but something stops you. You see the word ‘portfolio’ included as part of the application process, but you’ve never put together a...

Set your fears this scary season

Set your fears this scary season

As Halloween fast approaches (T-minus two weeks people!) many of us begin to prepare for the annual celebration of fear… and some sneaky treats of course!So, what better time to sit down and re-evaluate your fears? Now, as silly as it sounds, I promise it’s a thing....

How curiosity can make (or break) your career

How curiosity can make (or break) your career

I recently hosted a discussion panel about emerging career paths in technology. The five panelists came from diverse fields ranging from cybersecurity to UX design.Each panelist had a unique career journey to share but there was one story that I found really...

A passion for fashion (and a good cup of coffee)

A passion for fashion (and a good cup of coffee)

A colleague recently pointed out that my work attire resembled a Frank Green keep cup – a plain block of colour on the top and a block of colour or a pattern below. Each morning they ask, "What KeepCup are we rocking today, Shell?". Why do I absolutely love this?...

How to write a stand out cover letter

How to write a stand out cover letter

“I love writing cover letters.” Said no one, ever. Most people don’t want to write a cover letter, and if they aren’t specifically asked for then very few people will do it. However, if you know how to use it the cover letter can become your secret weapon in landing...

Career chaos meets life design

Career chaos meets life design

I chose my undergraduate course of study based on slick movie thrillers about clever crimes and the interesting lives of others, almost always with a savvy out-witting psychologist at the centre. I chose at least my first three jobs based on what was easy to access –...

Hackathon internship winners: Design Summer at UTS

Hackathon internship winners: Design Summer at UTS

This September, the Student Council Liaison Group hosted a forum for UTS students to voice feedback on their UTS experience – an annual session that gives us a chance to let the uni know what we’d like to see on campus. In years past, we’ve had a fairly static Q and A...

5 tips to prepare and nail your first day at work

5 tips to prepare and nail your first day at work

First impressions at a new job really matter – but no pressure! The way you waltz into the office on your first day of work and the way you conduct yourself for the following eight to ten hours will have an influence on the way people perceive you as a person and a...