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Employability Week 2026
9-12 March

Shape your career with UQ Employability Week 2026 from 9-12 March

Whether your university journey is just beginning, or the end of your degree is in sight, the time to connect to your future and unlock employability opportunities is here!

Connect in many different ways with workshops, industry, and peers, to support your career by developing capabilities, values and goals and enter the workforce with confidence.

Throughout Employability Week, you will:

  • Learn to develop a career action plan and discover your professional identity
  • Find career opportunities that align with your values
  • Connect with employers from a variety of industries

Take part in workshops, networking events and other fun activities that will all help you gain capabilities that transcend your coursework and build your lifelong employability.

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Careers & Volunteer Expo

In 2026, the Careers & Volunteer Expo will be our biggest event yet, bringing together career pathways and community impact opportunities in one place. Open to students from all faculties, this is your chance to explore options that will shape your future and make a difference.

By attending the Careers & Volunteer Expo, you can:

  • Connect with industry experts and community organisations to build valuable relationships that kickstart your career and expand your impact
  • Discover exciting opportunities from internships and graduate roles to volunteering experiences that develop your skills and give back to the community
  • Get ahead with insider insights on application deadlines, recruitment processes and what employers and organisations are looking for in candidates

 

Learn more 

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What to expect?

Workshops
Industry Insights
Networking

Explore the Employability Week Program

Cuppa and Careers: St Lucia

9 March 2026 10:00am–11:00am
 
Are you unsure about where to seek career advice or how to kickstart your career development? Join us for a relaxed and friendly Cuppa and Career Session where you will get the chance to connect with fellow students and Careers and Employability Specialists.

Professional Headshots: St Lucia

9 March 2026 10:00am–12:00pm
 
Ready to enhance your professional online presence? Join us for a Free Professional Headshot Session! Make a positive, lasting impression in the competitive world of job hunting and networking with a polished headshot that showcases your best self.

Articulating Your Experience to Prospective Employers Workshop

9 March 2026 11:00am–12:00pm
 
Turn your university and workplace experiences into career-ready skills. In this experiential learning series, you’ll learn how to update your résumé, craft powerful STAR interview responses, and confidently communicate your professional story. This practical workshop will help you translate your experiences into employability strengths, boost your confidence, and stand out to future employers.

Designing your life with a Career Action Plan Workshop

9 March 2026 12:30pm–2:00pm
 
Shape your future with a practical Career Action Plan. This interactive workshop, inspired by Designing Your Life by Bill Burnett and Dave Evans of Stanford University’s Design Program, helps you build a strategic yet flexible approach to your professional journey.

Employability Mixer

9 March 2026 3:30pm–5:00pm
 
Do you want to enhance your employability whilst at UQ? Join the Employability Mixer to learn more about the range of enrichment and employability programs that you can participate in during your studies at UQ!

One Hour Internship

10 March 2026 9:00am–10:30am
 
An internship usually takes place over a semester. Do you have what it takes to do an internship in one hour? In this session, get the chance to work on an industry challenge and practice the artform of pitching your ideas to industry partners.

Interview Essentials Workshop

10 March 2026 11:00am–12:00pm
 
Master the art of interviews with confidence. Learn to present your professional identity, practice STAR responses, and build essential communication skills through structured activities, peer feedback, and strategies to showcase your strengths.

Resume Reviews

10 March 2026 1:30pm–2:45pm
 
Are you ready to take your Resume to the next level? Join us for an exclusive Resume Review Session where you will receive personalised feedback from a Careers and Employability Specialist.

Employability Award Action Plan Workshop

10 March 2026 3:00pm–5:00pm
 
Set yourself up for success to complete the Employability Award! Identify your strengths and passions, connect your goals with experiences to achieve them, and create a plan of attack to receive the Employability Award by the end of your studies.

Career Path Quest x Industry Networking Event

10 March 2026 4:30pm–6:00pm
 
Turn networking into an exciting quest! Explore real career stories by collecting cards from industry professionals scattered throughout the room. Learn about their first jobs, biggest challenges, and most rewarding moments while practicing your networking skills with your peers.

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Cuppa and Careers: Dutton Park

11 March 2026 9:00am–10:00am
 
Are you unsure about where to seek career advice or how to kickstart your career development? Join us for a relaxed and friendly Cuppa and Career Session where you will get the chance to connect with fellow students and Careers and Employability Specialists.

Professional Headshots: Dutton Park

11 March 2026 10:00am–11:00am
 
Ready to enhance your professional online presence? Join us for a Free Professional Headshot Session! Make a positive, lasting impression in the competitive world of job hunting and networking with a polished headshot that showcases your best self.

Professional Headshots: Herston

9 March 2026 4:00pm–5:00pm
 
Ready to enhance your professional online presence? Join us for a Free Professional Headshot Session! Make a positive, lasting impression in the competitive world of job hunting and networking with a polished headshot that showcases your best self.

From Placement to Practice: What I wish I knew Panel and Networking

9 March 2026 5:00pm–6:30pm
 
Ready to kickstart your career journey with insider knowledge? Join us at our Herston Campus for "From Placement to Workplace: What I Wish I Knew" – an exciting panel featuring professionals who have successfully navigated the leap from student placements to thriving careers in Public Health, Dentistry, Medicine, and Mental Health.

Gatton Industry Insights Luncheon

11 March 2026 12:00pm–1:00pm
 
Join us for an informal networking experience designed to connect you with industry professionals over a relaxed meal. This isn't your typical networking opportunity—it's your chance to engage in meaningful conversations, ask authentic questions, and learn the art of professional networking in a comfortable, structured environment.

Professional Headshots: Gatton

11 March 2026 1:00pm–2:00pm
 
Ready to enhance your professional online presence? Join us for a Free Professional Headshot Session! Make a positive, lasting impression in the competitive world of job hunting and networking with a polished headshot that showcases your best self.

Cuppa and Careers: Gatton

11 March 2026 2:00pm–3:00pm
 
Are you unsure about where to seek career advice or how to kickstart your career development? Join us for a relaxed and friendly Cuppa and Career Session where you will get the chance to connect with fellow students and Careers and Employability Specialists.

Mastering Prompt Engineering

9 March 2026 10:00am–11:00am
 
This session will show you how to communicate effectively with Large Language Models (LLMs) to get higher quality, more accurate responses. Learn simple effective strategies and master the art of prompt engineering.

Winter Research Information Session

9 March 2026 2:00pm–3:00pm
 
Join us for this one-hour information session designed to equip you with everything you need to know about our upcoming 2026 Winter Research Program.

Introduction to AI-assisted coding

10 March 2026 11:00am–12:00pm
 
Learn how to efficiently and safely use AI-assisted coding tools.

AI in Careers Panel Discussion

10 March 2026 12:00pm–1:00pm
 
Artificial Intelligence is transforming industries and reshaping the skills employers need. This interactive panel discussion brings together industry leaders to share their insights on how AI is changing career opportunities, the workplace, and the future of employability.

Professional Headshots: St Lucia

9 March 2026 10:00am–12:00pm
 
Ready to enhance your professional online presence? Join us for a Free Professional Headshot Session! Make a positive, lasting impression in the competitive world of job hunting and networking with a polished headshot that showcases your best self.

Cuppa and Careers: St Lucia

9 March 2026 10:00am–11:00am
 
Are you unsure about where to seek career advice or how to kickstart your career development? Join us for a relaxed and friendly Cuppa and Career Session where you will get the chance to connect with fellow students and Careers and Employability Specialists.

Mastering Prompt Engineering

9 March 2026 10:00am–11:00am
 
This session will show you how to communicate effectively with Large Language Models (LLMs) to get higher quality, more accurate responses. Learn simple effective strategies and master the art of prompt engineering.

Articulating Your Experience to Prospective Employers Workshop

9 March 2026 11:00am–12:00pm
 
Turn your university and workplace experiences into career-ready skills. In this experiential learning series, you’ll learn how to update your résumé, craft powerful STAR interview responses, and confidently communicate your professional story. This practical workshop will help you translate your experiences into employability strengths, boost your confidence, and stand out to future employers.

Designing your life with a Career Action Plan Workshop

9 March 2026 12:30pm–2:00pm
 
Shape your future with a practical Career Action Plan. This interactive workshop, inspired by Designing Your Life by Bill Burnett and Dave Evans of Stanford University’s Design Program, helps you build a strategic yet flexible approach to your professional journey.

Winter Research Information Session

9 March 2026 2:00pm–3:00pm
 
Join us for this one-hour information session designed to equip you with everything you need to know about our upcoming 2026 Winter Research Program.

Employability Mixer

9 March 2026 3:30pm–5:00pm
 
Do you want to enhance your employability whilst at UQ? Join the Employability Mixer to learn more about the range of enrichment and employability programs that you can participate in during your studies at UQ!

Professional Headshots: Herston

9 March 2026 4:00pm–5:00pm
 
Ready to enhance your professional online presence? Join us for a Free Professional Headshot Session! Make a positive, lasting impression in the competitive world of job hunting and networking with a polished headshot that showcases your best self.

From Placement to Practice: What I wish I knew Panel and Networking

9 March 2026 5:00pm–6:30pm
 
Ready to kickstart your career journey with insider knowledge? Join us at our Herston Campus for "From Placement to Workplace: What I Wish I Knew" – an exciting panel featuring professionals who have successfully navigated the leap from student placements to thriving careers in Public Health, Dentistry, Medicine, and Mental Health.

One Hour Internship

10 March 2026 9:00am–10:30am
 
An internship usually takes place over a semester. Do you have what it takes to do an internship in one hour? In this session, get the chance to work on an industry challenge and practice the artform of pitching your ideas to industry partners.

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