Events, Training and Workshops
JCU Recruitment Ready Workshops will be back in Semester 2, 2023
In the meantime, head to Employability Edge and Big Interview to fine tune your job application skills. You can also make an appointment to talk to the Careers and Employability Team to get feedback on applications.
Events coming up soon
| Topic/Provider | Date and Time | Venue |
|---|---|---|
Queensland Police Service Open Day - Townsville Are you looking for a challenging and rewarding career? Join us on July 15, at our Academy Open Day to learn all about a career with the Queensland Police Service. Take this rare opportunity to check out our state-of-the-art training facilities and chat with our specialist units like the Dog Squad, Road Policing officers, Dive Squad and more. Policing can be a lifelong career with many different pathways, so take your time touring our training facility and obstacle course, and drop in to information sessions throughout the day where you can ask questions about your future career. Food and drinks will be available on site, we look forward to seeing you there! | Saturday, 15 July, 2023 9.00 am 2.00 pm | Townsville Police Academy, Belgian Gardens |
Gradconnection - Meet the Employers
Hosted live on the virtual platform Airmeet, each day is unique to a specific industry and features a diverse range of employers including Westpac, Suncorp, EY Australia and more. No matter what stage of your degree we recommend attending! Get in early – learn more and register now: https://au.gradconnection.com/meet-the.../schedule/... | 18 - 26 July, 2023 | Online event |
| Seek/GradConnection Student webinar - Explore Careers Learn about the Australian employment market and SEEK’s unique role insights tool to gain real-world knowledge on the future of work. Hear what skills employers are looking for and how to demonstrate your skills effectively. Register here | Tuesday 18 July 12 noon - 1.00 pm | Webinar |
| Seek/GradConnection Student webinar - Professional Profiles Whether you're looking for a placement, grad role, entry-level role, or part-time job while you’re studying, it’s important to think about how you’re seen by employers. We’ll show you the value of a professional brand and share tips for creating a quality profile to help you stand out from the crowd. Register here | Thursday 20 July 10.00 am - 11.00 am | Webinar |
Graduate Meteorologist Program Information Session Applications are now open for the Graduate Meteorologist Program. To find out more about the program, we invite you to register for our online information session. Register now During the information session you'll learn about:
You'll also hear from our meteorologists about what they do, where meteorology has taken them – and where it could take you! We encourage course applicants from diverse backgrounds, reflective of our customers and the communities we serve. We also offer affirmative measure positions for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander graduates. Can't make it to this year's information session? Watch last year's session or register here and we'll send you a link to the recording. | Thursday 20 July 11 am - 12 noon | Webinar |
| Queensland Health - Graduate nursing and midwifery opportunities for First Nation applicants Queensland Health is determined to make a difference to the lives of all Queenslanders, in particular First Nations Queenslanders. Our First Nations nursing and midwifery workforce are essential to achieving this. Hear from Queensland Health nurses and midwives on the opportunities, support and advice on working for Queensland Health from the perspective of First Nations colleagues. Register here | Thursday 20 July 3.00 pm - 3.40 pm | Teams Webinar |
| Seek/GradConnection Student webinar - Resumes and Cover Letters Learn the dos and don’ts of resume and cover letter writing, according to the people who review these documents: hiring managers. We’ll show you how to tailor your application to the job ad and how to access to our free downloadable templates. Register here | Tuesday 25 July 12 noon - 1.00 pm | Webinar |
| Queensland Health - Graduate nursing opportunities - Ask our panel anything In this “Ask anything” session you will be able to ask any question about your graduate year, and find out more information on what it is like to work as a nurse in Queensland Health. Register here | Tuesday 25 July 3.00 pm - 3.40 pm | Teams Webinar |
Queensland Health - Graduate midwifery opportunities - Ask us anything What does a midwifery career with Queensland Health offer? What questions do you want answered? Ask us anything at this session for graduate midwives. Register here | Wednesday 26 July 3.00 pm - 3.40 pm | Teams Webinar |
| Child Safety Officer Recruitment Information Evening Do you have a degree in Human Services? Are you passionate about working with vulnerable families? Do you want job security, 6 monthly incentive payments, locality allowance and 5 weeks leave a year? Then we are looking for you! Come along to our Recruitment Information Evening - Register here | Wednesday 26 July 6.00 pm - 7.00 pm | Online Event |
| Seek/GradConnection Student webinar - Interviews and Networking Get top tips on how to ace your interview. Learn how to prepare, research, sell yourself, navigate virtual interviews, ask for feedback and learn from rejection. Gain access to our free interview builder and learn strategies for effective networking. Register here | Tuesday 1 August 11.00 am - 12 noon | Webinar |
| Seek/GradConnection Student webinar - Job Searching Strategies Job searching can be overwhelming and exhausting, but clever tools can make it a much simpler task. We’ll show you how to quickly find the most relevant jobs using success strategies and SEEK’s AI technology. Plus, learn how to interpret a job ad and apply to it. Register here | Thursday 3 August 3.00 pm - 4.00 pm | Webinar |
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