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Why everyone should do work experience

There is a wealth of industry knowledge and networking that can be gained from work experience. Sure, we might have to do it unpaid but the practice and contacts you establish can pave the way for your dream career. As a student, I shared big dreams...

Get a mentor in preparation for Graduation

We all hope to land our dream job once we graduate but facing the world outside of Uni is a whole other ball game. Now that I have found myself at the pointy end of my degree, I have come to the realisation that I am soon to be on my own in the...

Is it ok to change careers?

Imagine getting sick of one job, packing it up and starting again in another? I am proof that you shouldn’t think about chasing a new dream, throw caution to the wind and do it. Gone are the days where we pick a career and do it for 30 years – I...

Start your career while studying

Are you starting your studies at CSU? Here are our top tips to help you prepare and set yourself up in the right direction for your career from the start! 1. Plan your career: Start by thinking through your career plan. Reflect on your career goals...

Quiz: Ready to find graduate jobs?

You’ve got the skills and knowledge to start your graduate career. Here are a few steps to work through to find your first graduate job out of uni. [wp_quiz id=”10614″] Five things to do to start your first graduate job… Look...

Leadership skills we all need in our careers

Once we’re out in the workplace, employers are looking for job-ready leadership skills. Here are four key skills to kick-start your career, that students learnt from last year’s Student Leadership Conference: 1. Communication skills:...

Your guide to successful job hunting

On the hunt? Every Uni student experiences the financial stress that comes along with studying, and job hunting is never an easy task. Luckily for our you, I have found some golden tips on how to maximize your chances of getting a job! Check out the...

Tips for life after graduation

by Amy Carlon Graduation is fast approaching for many of us CSU students. I bet you all thought this day would never come and here you are now panicking about what life has to bring outside of University. Yes, we can no longer use that excuse of...

5 leadership skills your employers are looking for

Your degree is preparing you with job-ready skills for your industry. But what specific skills do employers want you to have? Leadership. Employers want to see that you can be a strong leader in the workplace. So, here are five leadership skills you...

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