Whyalla Campus

Tuesday 6 September – Wednesday 7 September 2022

Are you keen to understand how to plan and develop your future 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 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 UniSA Career Adviser Toni Frost.

We recommend that you add these sessions to your calendar and book in early where registration is required. We look forward to meeting you on campus!


Tuesday 6 September 2022

11.00am–11.30am

Preparing yourself for job applications (Nursing students) – Online

Learn how to incorporate your previous experiences into your nursing applications and hear more about how Career Services can help you on your career journey. 

Session link

11.30am–1.00pm

Introduction to Career Services (lunch provided) – MB1-42

Learn more about Career Services and the ways that we can support you through your career journey. Get suggestions on how to build your experience, and tips and hints for preparing for job interviews. Come and ask any questions you may have! 

Register here

12.00pm–1.00pm

How to write a winning resume and cover letter – Online

Are you looking for casual or part-time employment? Do you have graduate applications to apply for? Or maybe you just know you need to review and update your resume? If so, then this webinar is for you! 

You will learn what employers expect in your resume and cover letter. Leave the session knowing how to create and tailor these documents effectively. 

Register here

2.20pm–2.50pm

Planning for your future career (Social Work students) – MB2-59

Hear from a graduate about their career in social work and what they did to prepare themselves as a student. Learn more about Career Services and the ways that we can support you through your career journey. 

3.00pm–4.30pm

1:1 appointments with Toni Frost – MB1-19B

This is your opportunity to personally connect with one of our Career Advisers to get your resume and cover letter checked, discuss where to look for jobs, get suggestions on how to build your experience, and tips and hints on preparing for an interview. 

Book an appointment

Wednesday 7 September 2022


9.00am–10.30am

1:1 appointments with Toni Frost – MB1-19B

This is your opportunity to personally connect with one of our Career Advisers to get your resume and cover letter checked, discuss where to look for jobs, get suggestions on how to build your experience, and tips and hints on preparing for an interview. 

Book an appointment

11.00am–11.30am

Introduction to Education applications (Education students) – MB2-67

Learn how to incorporate your previous experiences into your teaching applications and hear more about how Career Services can help you on your career journey. 

12.00pm–1.00pm

Introduction to your career development (Foundation Studies & Aboriginal Pathway students) – MB1-42

Have you ever found yourself asking questions like these: Where can my studies take me? What are my future career choices? Where will I find work, what are my options and how can I figure out what will suit me? 

In this workshop, we will help you explore answers to some of these questions. You will also hear from some students who have completed their pathway programs and/or are currently studying in a field of your interest.

1.30pm–2.00pm

Planning for your future career (Social Work students) – MB2-59

Learn more about Career Services and the ways that we can support you through your career journey. 

2.00pm - 3.00pm

How to succeed at interviews – Online

This workshop will be facilitated by a Career Adviser who will provide you with the knowledge you need to successfully set yourself apart from the competition in your job interview.

Register here

2.30pm–3.30pm

1:1 appointments with Toni Frost – MB1-19B

This is your opportunity to personally connect with one of our Career Advisers to get your resume and cover letter checked, discuss where to look for jobs, get suggestions on how to build your experience, and tips and hints on preparing for an interview. 

Book an appointment

 

Additional Online Workshops 

Networking: How to network effectively 

Tuesday 30 August 2022  |  10.30am – 11.30am

Networking is an important part of job searching. Learn how to use networking to the greatest effect. Stand out, be remembered and make contacts that will add value to you.

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Need work? Strategies to get you there 

Wednesday 31 August 2022  |  10.30am – 11.30am

Are you looking for casual work, part time, full time or temporary work? At this workshop, we will provide you with plenty of strategies, tips and hints on how to source jobs and opportunities.

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How to write a winning resume and cover letter 

Thursday 1 September 2022  |  10.00am – 11.30am

Learn what employers expect in your resume and cover letter. Leave the session knowing how to create and tailor these documents effectively.

REGISTER NOW

 

How to write a winning resume and cover letter 

Tuesday 13 September 2022  |  2.30pm – 3.30pm

Learn what employers expect in your resume and cover letter. Leave the session knowing how to create and tailor these documents effectively.

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LinkedIn – Where to start; what to do; and how to get the most from this platform

Thursday 15 September 2022  |  1.30pm – 2.30pm

Find out why you need to be on LinkedIn and how to get set up, maximise your profile and how your profile can impact you career success. Hear insights from career professionals, past UniSA students and insider tips.

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How to succeed at interviews 

Friday 16 September 2022  |  10.00am – 11.30am

This workshop will be facilitated by a Career Adviser who will provide you with the knowledge you need to successfully set yourself apart from the competition in your job interview.

REGISTER NOW

Other Resources

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 the Career Readiness Questionnaire to check how career ready you are and to receive a personalised action plan.