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Graduates and alumni
Careers support for recent graduates and alumni
As a recent graduate, you can use our services until your conferral date. If you completed your studies some time ago, stay connected and support recent graduates.
The University offers opportunities to develop your professional skills and build your networks at any stage of your career.
Recent graduates
Congratulations on completing your course! As a new Sydney graduate, you may be still considering which career path to follow, or you might be looking for support with the job application process. Here’s how we can help:
- All the Careers Centre services and events are available to you until your conferral date.
- Continue to access Sydney CareerHub and look for job opportunities that suit you.
If you have already secured your first graduate position, well done! The next step is to ensure you create a good impression – read our advice about starting out in a new job.
Graduated 5+ years ago?
If you finished your degree more than five years ago, stay connected with the University of Sydney community and consider giving a helping hand to recent graduates.
If you're self-employed, consider whether you can offer work to recent graduates or to current students. It could be part time, project-based or temporary work which can take the burden off you during peak times. You may also be in a position to consider recruiting an intern or graduate.
Advertising on Sydney CareerHub is free of charge to employers, so whether you’re looking to employ for your own business or on behalf of your employer, this is an effective way to reach students from a wide range of disciplines.
Throughout your career
Develop your professional skills
Whether or not your profession requires you to complete a certain number of hours of continuing professional development each year, it's vital to engage in ongoing professional development in this rapidly changing world of work.
There are different ways in which you can develop your professional skills throughout your career:
- Complete single units of study or faculty-specific professional development and short courses.
- Join the professional association attached to your industry. Many hold professional development events and conferences where latest trends and best practice are shared. Some also produce publications to help keep members' knowledge current.
- Attend short courses or complete postgraduate studies in line with your career goals.
Build your network of contacts
- The University of Sydney Alumni Network offers a great way to meet other graduates working in various industries both locally and internationally.
- Find yourself a mentor. A mentor can provide key information about specific industries, roles, relevant skills sought by employers, application processes and career pathways.
