Career Support

Boost your Employability with our Career Support

Our graduates are professionally equipped with the skills, knowledge and experience to satisfy a range of career pathways. According to the Good Universities Guide 2019, UNSW Sydney sits among the top 20% of institutions, scoring the maximum five-star rating for the following areas: 

  1. Getting a job
  2. Student retention
  3. Student demand
  4. Student/teacher ratio
  5. Staff qualification

UNSW recognises that a great degree is only part of landing that dream job. The other elements to career success sit outside theory and beyond the classroom, which is why we provide a number of career services to support your journey.

Throughout your studies, we offer a range of career support services that will help you understand your options, how to plan for life after your studies and how to develop practical skills.

Career Planning

Deciding on a career path is one of the most important decisions you can make. We know it can be a stressful time, which is why we offer career planning information packs as well as specific advice for PhD candidates.

If you have specific questions, you can book a career advice appointment with one of our advisors. We’ll take you through everything from cover letters to selection criteria.

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Industry Partners & Mentors

At UNSW Science, we help you get connected with companies and senior leaders to receive relevant career advice and support. Build your network with our year-round events and programs that connect students with industry partners, giving you the opportunity to find out what it’s like to work in your field.

Our Alum&Us Mentoring Program can connect you with established alumni to receive practical support so you can focus on career development during the transition from study to work.

Careers with a STEM Degree

Explore a range of careers that specialise in Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths and see where these fields can take you.

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Develop In-Demand Skills

Work Placement

Work Placement

Develop professional work experience with a range of host organisations. Our work placement will help you build upon your skills, establish industry connections and improve your chances of landing a great role after university.

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Internships

We offer domestic and international science internships that will give you real-world experience. From the Malaysia Summer Science internship to the Taiwan Research internship, our opportunities will help you put theory into practice.

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Diploma for Professional Practice

Identify the skills needed for your career and make a development plan with the Diploma of Professional Practice (DIPP1112). With this diploma, you’ll learn how to design your career, communicate your professional point of difference and more.

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Get Job-Ready

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Job Opportunities

Explore all job opportunities through the UNSW online careers portal. Our jobs board lists hundreds of casual, part-time and full-time opportunities.

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