International Students
Please refer to the important information on the Western Sydney International students site under Study and Life and view the video with tips from successful international students.
Personalised assistance
Our experienced Careers Education Consultants (CECs) can assist you with your career related questions, which may include employment in Australia.
- Ask a question in CareerHub.
- Call our Career Advice Hotline
Monday to Friday 10AM to 1PM
02 4736 0522 - Book a face-to-face appointment
for a 30 minute confidential consultation
02 4736 0522 - Email us at careers@westernsydney.edu.au
Workshops
International students are encouraged to attend our job skills workshops. Learn to develop a power resume or impress the panel with your interview skills.
Resources
Start with downloading our brochure (opens in a new window) to understand the first steps you need to take, then check out our collection of resources designed to assist you with your career development:
- Check out our Career & Resume Advice page for further career advice strategies
- Student Legal Services (SLS)
SLS is a free legal advice and referral service available to both domestic and international Western Sydney University students - Working in Australia
Information about Tax File Numbers and has many useful tips for job seekers. - Star Pronunciation
A 13 week online course to assist with your spoken English. - PASSWrite
Receive individual feedback on writing (for Business, Humanities and Communication Arts students). - Resume advice
by our CECs - Harrison Assessments
Online questionnaire to help you make informed career decisions. - Academic Skills Workshops
Essay writing assistance and how to avoiding plagiarism. - Career vUWS (opens in a new window)
20 helpful career development modules. - Interactive Online Modules (opens in a new window)
from Western Sydney University Library - Business Writing(opens in a new window)
from Clarity English - Oxford English Dictionary(opens in a new window)
from Oxford University Press - Tense Buster(opens in a new window)
from Clarity English - Road to IELTS (opens in a new window)
from Clarity English - Study Skills Success(opens in a new window)
from Clarity English - Anonymous Report tool(opens in a new window)
from Fair Work Ombudsman
Top Tips to Expand Your Job Prospects. In this video by IEAA, five former international students share their top tips to expand your job prospects and enhance your career. Additionally, you can download the IEAA International Employability Guide from their website as well.
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