Employability Week 2023

Are you curious about Careers and want to know where and how to seek Career advice? Not sure where to start in your Career development? Then join us for a Cuppa and connect with other students and members from the Careers team.

Have you ever wondered what it's like to be on the Apprentice? Do you want to connect with industry and Career Development staff? Then attend The Great Careers Game - Apprentice Edition and hone your teamwork and communication capabilities!

Learn how to engage an audience and present like a pro!

Do you want to hear from industry on how they discovered and carved out their career pathways? Then come along to this networking event, where you will get the chance to connect with industry representatives from up to 60 different organisations and develop your professional networks!

The UQ 2023 Careers Expo is the largest industry event of Employability Week.

This event provides an exciting opportunity for you to connect with industry representatives from over 50 different organisations. Everyone is friendly and super keen to meet you. Prepare some questions before to ensure you get the most out of your time and be sure to bring along your natural curiosity.

Artificial intelligence has exploded in all areas of the business and is now being used in recruitment processes to improve efficiency and cost saving for a business. In this workshop, learn how you can enhance your resume to get noticed!

Receiving critical feedback is almost inevitable. Join this session to learn steps you can take to recover from the initial shock to achieve growth and improved performance. Also learn how reflective practice can help you both grow and mitigate the impact of critical feedback.

Come along and meet with Careers and Employability staff to get support on job applications.

Have you ever wondered how to approach industry members at a networking event? Come along to this workshop and develop your strategy to have a conversation with Industry.

Do you ever worry that you are not qualified enough or doubt your value when applying for jobs? Walk away inspired and with practical strategies to help you not merely overcome imposter syndrome but embrace it and unlock your value!

Are you wanting to learn more about gender equity in the workplace and how organisations and individuals are making an impact? Be inspired by a range of individuals who have boldly navigated diverse career pathways and advocated for, and supported, others in the workplace to reach their full potential. Hear from individuals who have navigated and flourished in non-traditional occupations and have harnessed technology and education to make an impact to gender equity.

Are you curious about Careers and want to know where and how to seek Career advice? Not sure where to start in your Career development? Then join us for a Cuppa and connect with other students and members from the Careers team.

Kickstart your career with a professional-looking headshot! On online platforms like LinkedIn, it's important to demonstrate your professionalism through a nice profile picture. Get your FREE headshot by registering for this session.

Come along to Employability Weeks' Industry Breakfast at Herston to get industry insights on how to enhance your employability.

Join the Ventures Startup Mixer to hear startups pitch their business and intern/employment opportunities to you! Startups range from health tech, fintech, and sustainability.

"What do I write in a cover letter?", "How do I address selection criteria?", Have you ever found yourself asking these questions? Join this session to understand the different documents employers request in the recruitment process.

An internship usually takes place over a semester; do you have what it takes to do one in one hour?

Learn how to identify and communicate the skills you have developed through involvement in research projects.

Come along to the Careers in Agriculture, Food and Veterinary Science Science Industry Networking event to meet and network with industry representatives.

Are you interested in making your resume stand out to employers? Join this session to learn the top tips for presenting your experience on paper.

Learn what to include in your CV when applying in Australia for jobs as an academic, or when applying to a higher degree by research (HDR) program.

Kickstart your career with a professional-looking headshot! On online platforms like LinkedIn, it's essential to demonstrate your professionalism through a nice profile picture. Get your FREE headshot by registering for this session.

Are you ready to start your job searching journey? Attend this session to learn strategies to enhance your resilience while job searching. Learn practical tips and tricks to enhance your job search as well as explore strategies to boost resilience throughout the application process.

Are you curious about Careers and want to know where and how to seek Career advice? Not sure where to start in your Career development? Then join us for a Cuppa and connect with other students and members from the Careers team.

Come along to hear about further study options after you finish your undergraduate degree. This session will discuss postgraduate degrees at UQ, including both coursework and research degrees.

How can you help your manager to bring out the best in you? Join this session to explore ways to understand what you need from your manager and strategies for initiating meaningful discussions with them.

What toppings can you add to your university experience? Join this event to learn more about the employability and enrichment experiences you can get involved with whilst studying at UQ and enjoy some FREE ICE-CREAM!

What are your motivating factors, strengths and interests? Join this session to piece together your Professional Identity by understanding your values, strengths and interests and how these align to different roles and opportunities.

Are you an international student seeking advice on your visa work condition and your rights at work? Come participate in a session with your International Student Advocate from UQ Union to understand your visa work condition, rights at work and how to effectively communicate to your employer about your visa work rights.

Are you keen to bring your authentic self to the workplace and contribute to inclusive teams and spaces? In this interactive session, learn about Diversity and Inclusion in the workplace and steps you can take to celebrate Diversity and enhance Inclusion.

At this event you will hear from the LinkedIn team about setting up and managing your profile, including hints and tips. You will learn about networking through LinkedIn, and you will also hear about the steps you need to take to achieve All-Star LinkedIn Profile status.

Are you curious about Careers and want to know where and how to seek Career advice? Not sure where to start in your Career development? Then join us for a Cuppa and connect with other students, members from the Career Development team, Get Involved and Employability Award.

Kick start your career with a professional-looking headshot! On online platforms like LinkedIn, it's important to demonstrate your professionalism through a nice profile picture. Get your FREE headshot by registering for this session.