Mount Gambier campus

Tuesday 9 May – Monday 15 May 2023

UniSA Career Services is coming back to Mount Gambier!

Are you keen to understand how to plan and develop your career, optimise your employability, prepare high quality graduate applications, develop job search strategies and access career related support services? You are invited to join a range of sessions prepared to build your skills, knowledge and expertise in preparing to further your career.

The sessions listed below include in-class sessions, online webinars, and the opportunity to meet personally with David Cockram, UniSA Career Adviser.

We recommend that you add these sessions to your calendar. We look forward to meeting you on campus!

Tuesday 9 May 2023

(On campus sessions)

9.00am–10.00am

How to write a winning resume and cover letter (LC1-32B)

In this session, you will learn the 'resume basics'; what employers expect to see in your resume and how to be as competitive as possible. You will also learn the key steps to writing a great cover letter that stands out and how to respond to selection criteria. This session is open to all students.

Register here

10.00am–11.00am

How can UniSA Career Services help during your studies? (LC1-32B) 

Learn about the range of career services, support and online resources available to you while you study and how they can boost your career confidence and preparedness. You will also learn about some of the most important factors when it comes to career planning, making decisions and managing your career for the long term. This session is open to all students.

Register here

11.00am–12.00pm

Job search strategies [Graduate nursing pathways for final year nurses – TPPP Graduate Nursing Program] - In class session (LC1-32A)

This is a ‘must-attend’ session for any final year nursing student intending to obtain work in SA Health, including Mount Gambier & Districts Health Service. This session will outline significant recent changes to the SA Health TPPP GNP process, and explore the key considerations to help you succeed in your job search, including current recruitment and selection methods, and how graduates find work.

12.00pm–1.00pm

Building a LinkedIn profile [Foundation Studies] - In class session (Room 35)

Learn how LinkedIn can help you during your studies and in your career. As one of the largest professional networking and social media sites in Australia and internationally, learn about the key features and benefits of using LinkedIn and how to start building your own LinkedIn profile.

1.30pm– 2.30pm

How can UniSA Career Services help during your nursing studies? [1st year nursing students] - In class session (LC1-39)

Learn about the range of career services, support and online resources available to you while you study and how it can boost your career confidence and preparedness. You will also learn about some of the most important factors when it comes to career planning, making decisions and managing your nursing career for the long term.

2.30pm– 3.30pm

How can UniSA Career Services help during your studies? [Aboriginal Pathways Program] - In class session (LC1-32B)

Learn about the range of career services, support and online resources available to you while you study and how it can boost your career confidence and preparedness. You will also learn about some of the most important factors when it comes to career planning, making decisions and managing your career for the long term.

3.30pm– 6.00pm

Career guidance 1:1 or drop-in sessions with David Cockram (LC1-21)

This is your opportunity to personally connect with David, our experienced Career Adviser, to have your resume/cover letter checked, get suggestions on how to build your experience, gain tips and hints on preparing for an interview, and discuss your career direction and plan.

Drop-ins are welcome, but if you would like to book a 1:1 appointment with David while he is on campus, please contact him directly to book a time at david.cockram@unisa.edu.au

 

Wednesday 10 May 2023

(On campus sessions)

9.00am–9.45am

Smash your job interview! (LC1-04)

Gain a competitive advantage and learn how to prepare for your upcoming job interview! In this session, learn about the most common types of interview questions asked and how to respond. This session is open to all students.

Register here

9.45am– 10.15am

How to write a winning resume and cover letter (LC1-04)

In this session, learn the 'resume basics'; what employers expect to see in your resume, how to be as competitive as possible, and the key steps to writing a great cover letter that stands out. This session is open to all students.

Register here

10.30am– 11.45am

Career guidance 1:1 sessions with David Cockram (LC1-21)

This is your opportunity to personally connect with David, our experienced Career Adviser, to have your resume/cover letter checked, get suggestions on how to build your experience, gain tips and hints on preparing for an interview, and discuss your career direction and plan.

If you would like a 1:1 appointment with David while he is on campus, contact him directly to book a time at david.cockram@unisa.edu.au 

12.00pm– 1.00pm 

How to strengthen your resume & cover letter writing, interview skills and social media presence [Education students] - In class session (LC1-04)  

In this session, you will learn the 'resume and cover letter basics'; what employers expect, how to respond to selection criteria and how to be as competitive as possible. Learn about common types of interview questions and how to respond with confidence! You’ll also learn about the key features and benefits of using LinkedIn and how to start building your own professional LinkedIn profile.

2.00pm– 3.00pm 

Building a LinkedIn profile (LC1-04)

Learn about how LinkedIn can help you during your studies and in your career. As one of the largest professional networking and social media sites in Australia and internationally, learn about the key features and benefits of using LinkedIn and how to start building your own LinkedIn profile. This session is open to all students.

Register here


If you can’t attend these in-person sessions, you can book into our online careers workshops. These virtual sessions are hosted regularly by our UniSA Career Advisers.

 

Thursday 11 May 2023

(Online sessions)

3.00pm–4.00pm

How to write a winning resume and cover letter (Online)

In this session, learn the 'resume basics'; what employers expect to see in your resume, how to be as competitive as possible, and the key steps to writing a great cover letter that stands out. This session is open to all students.

Register here

 

Monday 15 May 2023

(Online sessions)

1.30pm–3.00pm

Networking: How to network effectively (Online)

LinkedIn is one of the largest professional networking and social media sites in Australia and internationally. In this session, learn about the key features and benefits of using LinkedIn and how to start building your own LinkedIn profile. This session is open to all students.

Register here

 

Seeking further assistance, outside of the workshops listed above? These other services are also available to you as a regional student:

  • Access to UniSA’s online jobs and events board, UniSA CareerHub.
  • Appointments with Career Advisers are available online or by phone here.
  • Access to online and recorded workshops and presentations through LearnOnline.
  • Self-Help Career Resources are available 24/7 through UniSA CareerHub.
  • Careers Weekly Newsletters are distributed every Friday highlighting a range of employment and volunteering opportunities.
  • A range of careers related information and resources through a greatly improved Career Services website.
  • Are you on track to achieve your career goals? Complete this 2-minute questionnaire and receive a personalised action plan.