The Realities of Volunteering Overseas

October 22, 2014

If you’re considering overseas volunteering opportunities, make sure you do enough research to ensure you’re comfortable with what lies ahead. Volunteering abroad is extremely rewarding but you’re also likely… Read More

Working for NGOs

October 22, 2014

Many Social Sciences students will pursue careers with Non-Government Organisations. And the best way to start on this path, is to volunteer. Volunteering will help you to gain an understanding of the… Read More

Graduate Programs vs Graduate Positions

October 21, 2014

Graduate Programs A graduate program is like an organised paid internship. You could periodically move between departments or you be trained up in a specific role. These roles often involve formal mentoring… Read More

Contingency Planning

October 21, 2014

You’re in a creative field, so if you’re nearing graduation and are concerned about your job prospects, get creative! It’s totally normal to experience ‘analysis paralysis’ – where you worry way too much to… Read More

You know you can write, right?

October 20, 2014

Excellent writing, editing and interpersonal skills are a given for writing majors but what else are employers looking for? A search for related writing jobs reveals that employers are seeking a variety of… Read More

Finding Funding…

October 20, 2014

Working in creative industries means that at some point you may be able to apply for funding grants. The Australian Council for the Arts is the Australian Government’s arts funding and advisory body and they… Read More

Pursuing Passion – A Career In Acting

October 20, 2014

We all know that pursuing a career in acting is a bold decision. It’s certainly not the ‘safe’ career choice but for many, the potential rewards outweigh the risks. A career in acting can offer exciting and… Read More

Journalism Cadetships at the ABC and SBS

October 20, 2014

Each year around early September, the ABC and SBS advertise for graduate journalist to apply for their cadetships. For many, getting a job at either of these institutions would be the ultimate start to a… Read More