Graduate career-ready
Get career-ready
with a UWA degree
It’s our top priority to help you land a job at the end of your degree; that’s why we offer a range of resources, experiences and programs that’ll help you stand out in the job market and increase your employability. We’ll help you at each stage of your degree, so you’ll graduate with a rich and well-rounded résumé.
#1 IN WA
FOR GRADUATE
EMPLOYABILITY
(QS Graduate Employability
Ranking 2022)
AUSTRALIA'S
HIGHEST-PAID
POSTGRADUATES
IN THEIR FIRST FULL-TIME JOB
(Graduate Outcomes Survey 2020)
Over 4,500
INDUSTRY
PARTNERSHIPS
INTERNSHIP
OPPORTUNITIES
in every degree
OUR STUDENTS
Words of
Wisdom
What advice do you have for students to gain the skills and experience that employers seek?
Beyond
the classroom
Enhance your employability and build connections by joining one of our 160+ student groups and societies. You’ll attend social, professional development and networking events, and get the chance to take on leadership and management roles.Practical
industry placements
LAUNCHING YOUR CAREER
Stand out in
the job market
As the state’s #1 university for graduate employment, we’ll equip you with the skills to dive into your first job and launch a rewarding, long-term career.
From your first to final year and beyond, you’ll engage in rich practical experiences, build industry connections and craft your employability skills.
Employability is the combination of personal attributes, capabilities and connections that make you more likely to gain employment. It’s something you'll work on throughout your degree, and your entire career, to succeed in the job market.
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Career and Employability Award
Practical real-world experiences, skills and knowledge to guide you on an enriching career journey.
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McCusker Centre for Citizenship
An award-winning internship program for those who want to make a difference in communities.
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Volunteering
Make an impact and get involved, developing skills and experience that stand out on your resume and final transcript.
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IQ Academy
Work with real companies to tackle challenges facing business, governments and society.
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Work integrated learning
Gain industry knowledge, develop career-ready skills, and network with industry professionals as part of your course or as a co-curricular activity.
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Bloom WA
A creative lab to turn your big business or community ideas into a startup, all credited towards your degree.
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Career Mentor Link
Be matched with professionals and get insider industry knowledge from people with real career experience.
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Careers centre
Meet with career consultants, access resources and workshops, explore job listings, and nail your resume and interview skills.
Seek hands-on learning and launch a fulfilling career
Learn about the internships, volunteering and work experience programs available to all UWA students, and read stories from our graduates who have forged successful careers in their interest area.
