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Careers & opportunities

Victoria University offers many experiences to help you graduate as a well-rounded and well-prepared job seeker.

Opportunities to develop your professional skills include:

  • work-based practice hours
  • placements with respected organisations that partner with VU
  • hands-on learning in creative studios and high-tech labs.

Other ways to enhance your CV include volunteering, clubs, overseas exchanges, leadership programs and student mentoring.

Our careers services include:

  • VU Employ – career advice and industry mentoring
  • Learning Hubs – job boards and workshop listings
  • Study overseasStudy overseas as part of your degree. You can do a semester exchange or join a study tour or short program.

  • Student Leadership ProgramDevelop skills, gain confidence and participate in our community. Leaderships skills will help you develop professionally and boost your...

  • Placements & work integrated learningYou will gain practical work experience during your course in a trade, industry, profession or the community.

  • Careers adviceAccess a range of career and employment services to help you plan your career and connect with future employers.

  • VolunteeringVolunteering is a great way to make the most of your time at University and experience life outside the books.

  • Student Ambassador ProgramShare your enthusiasm and experience with future VU students! Become a Student Ambassador.

  • Students as partnersLearn more about the VU Students as Partners program.

We like VU graduates because they bring fresh ideas, good team work skills, and great theory-based knowledge from university work.

Thalia Abramzon — HR Business Partner – Intrax Consulting Engineers
Thalia's experience of VU graduates

Career advice & programs

Learning Hubs: study advice & career guidance

Visit the Learning Hub to book into career-related workshops, find a mentor, and view our free online jobs board.

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VU Employ – careers service & support

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Victoria University acknowledges, recognises and respects the Ancestors, Elders and families of the Bunurong/Boonwurrung, Wadawurrung and Wurundjeri/Woiwurrung of the Kulin who are the traditional owners of University land in Victoria, and the Gadigal and Guring-gai of the Eora Nation who are the traditional owners of University land in Sydney.

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