Jumpstart your Science Career!
It’s never too early to be thinking about the next step in your career, so prepare yourself by doing your research, asking questions and attending some of the careers events on offer!
Each semester the Faculty of Science holds a special event where you have the opportunity to hear from industry representatives and recent Science graduates from a range of Science disciplines. Come along to the next Jumpstart your Science Career event to have all your career-related questions answered.
Jumpstart events are usually held in week 6 or 7 each semester. Check this page again for an updated program.
Past events
Earlier this year students met employers and industry professionals from a variety of backgrounds and industries and got answers to all of their career related questions.
We had representatives from ANSTO, the Sydney Cancer Centre, the Questacon Science Squad and the Australian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy, just to name a few. Students were also invited to network and mingle with presenters over complimentary drinks and canapés at the conclusion of the sessions.
Past event program
| Sessions | |
|---|---|
| 6:00pm - 7:30pm |
Option 1: Careers in Chemistry |
| 7:30pm - 8:00pm | Drinks and networking This is your opportunity to network with the presenters over drinks and canapes. |
Registration
Registration is currently closed and will re-open shortly before the next Jumpstart event.
The Careers Centre can help you!
Did you know that Sydney University offers a specialist careers service just for you? The Careers Centre offers a wide range of free services to enrolled students including: Career Fairs on campus, Employer Presentations, an extensive jobs database (casual, vacation, internships, part-time and graduate vacancies), a range of career workshop including Resume Rescue workshops 3 times per week, professional careers advice; help with career direction; and a careers resource centre. The Careers Centre is located on Level 5 of the Jane Foss Russell building on City Road.
Career workshops for science students
Resume Writing for Science Students
1.00 – 2.00 pm, Thursday 10 May 2012
New Law School Lecture Theatre 024
Come along and gain essential information you need to develop a great resume and cover letter in a competitive job environment. Find out what employers say about effective resume length, headings, and format. List your extra-curricular activities to your advantage. Learn how to focus your content to match job requirements. Avoid the common mistakes that might cost you an invitation to an interview.
For more information, refer to the Careers Centre website
Job Interview Skills for Science Students
1.00 – 2.00 pm, Thursday 17 May 2012
New Law School Lecture Theatre 024
This session looks at the preparation required before an interview and gives an insight into what happens in different types of interviews. Students will receive tips on how to structure a great response to behavioural interview questions using the STAR technique. Find out what to do at the end of your interview and how to improve your interview performance. There will be an opportunity to practice some common interview questions.
For more information, refer to the Careers Centre website
PLEASE REGISTER ON THE EVENTS CALENDAR OF THE CAREERS CENTRE’S WEBSITE
Studying overseas makes your CV stand out
Employers take notice when you've studied abroad. They value the initiative, global perspective and independence displayed by candidates who have gone on exchange.
The International Student Office runs regular information sessions for students considering a year overseas on exchange at one of the University’s exchange partners.
All students should check with the Faculty of Science to ensure there are no restrictions on their program of study before applying for the exchange. The following eligibility criteria normally apply for the University-wide student exchange programs:
- Undergraduate students must have completed 48 credit points at Sydney University at the time of application (you can apply in the second semester of first year to depart in the second semester of second year).
- You must have achieved at least a credit average (65% or higher) over your academic record at Sydney University and should have passed all subjects.
- You must be enrolled as a full-time student at Sydney University while away on exchange, taking classes that will count as credit towards your normal Sydney enrolment i.e. you cannot study classes overseas for recreation or personal interest.
- You must have sufficient funding for the exchange period.