{"id":21068,"date":"2023-03-09T10:00:00","date_gmt":"2023-03-09T02:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/news\/?post_type=oasis-news&p=21068"},"modified":"2023-02-27T11:38:21","modified_gmt":"2023-02-27T03:38:21","slug":"top-five-tips-for-first-semester","status":"publish","type":"oasis-news","link":"https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/news\/oasis-news\/top-five-tips-for-first-semester\/","title":{"rendered":"Top five tips for first semester for your career"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

So now that you\u2019ve got to know Curtin Careers<\/a>, here\u2019s our top tips for things to do this semester that will help you get your future career off to a flying start:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Join Curtin Volunteers!<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Volunteering with CV!<\/a> gives you the chance to meet new people, give back to community, develop your employability skills, explore unique parts of WA, and receive official recognition through Curtin Extra.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We have loads of exciting volunteering opportunities, from ongoing programs to one-off projects to weekends away. Sign up online<\/a> to view what\u2019s currently available.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Develop your skills<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Explore your leadership potential, develop your self-awareness, and learn to work with others to create lasting change!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Skills for Success<\/a> workshops cover a variety of topics, including leadership 101, goal setting, teamwork, and networking, as well as innovative concepts such as forming habits for success, driving change, and leveraging diversity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Skills for Success workshops kick off on Tuesday 7 March, book through UniHub<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Look for work<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Working while you study is a great way to develop the transferable skills graduate employers are looking for.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

UniHub<\/a> is where you\u2019ll find Curtin\u2019s very own online jobs board, with everything from part-time\/casual jobs to graduate employment. It is also where you will find jobs on campus as part of our Earn While You Learn<\/a> initiative.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Have your resume reviewed<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Make the most of every application by getting your resume reviewed through VMock<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Use your STUDENTNUMBER@student.curtin.edu.au<\/em> email to set up your free account, and then upload your resume. Doesn\u2019t matter where or when, VMock provides instant feedback 24\/7.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

VMock can also provide feedback on your LinkedIn profile<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Explore your options<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The Curtin Careers Fair<\/a> is back in-person for the first time since 2020!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Happening at Curtin Stadium on Friday 17 March from 11am to 2pm, it\u2019s free for all Curtin students.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

90+ employers are attending this year\u2019s event \u2013 promoting everything from graduate programs, vacation work and internships, to part-time employment, work experience and volunteering.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This is a great chance for you to connect with employers from a range of industries and find out about the opportunities they have available!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Keep up to date on what\u2019s happening, including sessions to help you get the most out of the Careers Fair, through UniHub<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019d like more ideas on kick starting your future career, contact the Curtin Careers team via email at careers@curtin.edu.au<\/a> or over the phone on +61 8 9266 7802. You can also book a one-to-one Careers Conversation<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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