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Use our resources to find more opportunities and apply for vacancies

Involve yourself in the programs and activities offered via the Careers Service. Meet with employers on and off campus, find out more about them and how they recruit, and take advantage of our workshops - run in small groups and delivered by highly qualified staff, these sessions are sure to be useful..and definitely register with 'My JobAlert', so we can keep you informed of the latest opportunities.

My JobBoard

  • Visit 'My JobBoard' and see 'Immediate Employment Vacancies', 'Graduate Recruitment Programs', 'Scholar-', 'Cadet-', 'Intern-', or 'Traineeships', 'Vacation Work', 'Industrial Experience', 'Overseas Work Experience Programs', and 'Volunteer Work' listed with the Careers Service. These pages are automatically updated as we receive new advertisements. Don't forget to 're-load', so you don't miss out on new opportunities.

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Workshops

Workshops are held throughout the year on a variety of topics related to you preparing yourself for the workplace and further study.

  • Job seeking via the Internet
  • Writing job applications
  • interview skills
    You must register to attend the workshops, you can register on-line from here.

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Careers Fairs

  • Careers Fairs take place at different times at the year according to disciplines. They are in a market style environment, where you can speak with employers about their organisation and how to apply. Careers Fairs Timetable

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Information Sessions

  • Employers want to tell you about their organisations and their recruitment process. It is crucial that you attend these as they will allow you to write more focused applications and present better at interviews. Information Sessions timetable and on-line registration.

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The Edge

  • A yearly produced CD/booklet that deals with writing job applications and job interviews. View 'The Edge' online or pick up a copy from the Careers Service office.

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My JobAlert

  • If you are looking for part time work, full time work, work experience, graduate recruitment, vacation work, scholarships, or cadetships you may wish to be listed on our JobSeekers Database. Students, who are listed with 'My JobAlert' will also receive general information regarding Information Sessions, Workshops, Careers Fairs and other activities the Careers Service organises.

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Monthly 'My JobAlert' Newsletter

  • The Careers Service produces a monthly newsletter which is part of 'My JobAlert'. View the current and previous versions here.

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WWW Careers Links

  • A number of key sites exist to help you find work. Check them out from here.
  • A selection of on-line Resumes & Job Application examples. Check them out from here.
  • AC People.com.au provides free career development advice and job search information for students, recent graduates and jobseekers.

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Psychometric Testing & Assessment Centres

  • Participating in an assessment centre soon? Call in to the Careers Service and arrange to watch “The Assessment Centre” video. It shows what happens at a typical assessment centre when a major employer selects graduates with degrees in any discipline, and what the employers are generally looking for candidates.
  • Graduate Careers Australia - Information about assessment centres, psychometric tests and interviews.
  • Everything You Need to Know about Psychometric Testing! (PDF file) - Hints on what to expect, how to prepare and links to sites with practice tests from the University of Sheffield Careers Service, England.
  • SHL Psychometric Testing - Hints on what to expect and practice tests. These are the style of tests typically used my large recruitment agencies on behalf of the organisation. In the past this brand of tests have been used by many companies including Telstra and the Commonwealth Bank of Australia.
  • Psychometric Success - Everything you need to pass job selection tests - includes topics on: Psychometric Selection Tests, Personality Questionnaires, Aptitude Tests, The Assessment Center, Emotional Intelligence, Psychometric Tests FAQ
  • Sample Tests (PDF file) – Comprehensive links to sample tests, case studies etc. Courtesy of The Careers Group, University of London

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Last updated: 24-Apr-2007

  

  1. Global Careers Expo - 4th & 5th September 2008 - Are you interested in working overseas? The Global Career Expo is your chance to meet international employers with overseas work opportunities. Attendance is free, so come along and hear from and talk to potential employers from all over the world!
  2. Pathways to permanent residency - Presented by the Department of Immigration and Citizenship. If you are interested in immigrating to Australia come along!
  3. The Australian Student Leadership Association will run a Leadership conference at UOW this September! - The four-day event will combine workshops, keynote speakers, reflection sessions, the “Walk for Water” Challenge along the beautiful Wollongong harbour, and a Charity Masquerade dinner dedicated to raising funds for “Youth off the Streets” to provide participants with a diverse and lively conference! Confirmed speakers include Father Riley (Youth off the Streets), Cheryl Kernot (Ex Australian Politician), Anne Marie Huxley (CEO Moss), Adrian D’Hage (Author), Paul Smith (Sports Psychologist) and Zac Zaharis (Everest Climber) plus an international workshop program. Register before 5th September 2008 to go into a draw to win a $250 Voucher for STA Travel!
  4. The September Workshops - are out now! You need to register online from here.
  5. The September Newsletter - is out! Get all the information online from here.
 
 
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