Employability Blog

What is the big deal about Career Expos?

AUT Business and Law Career Expo

Why go to career expos? Because that is where you meet real employers and have real conversations about the world after AUT. Find out more about invaluable advice from employers and insights from students about the value of career expos – and other career events.

Why is NZ Work Experience Important

Group of young workers discussing a project

International students often tell us they feel very confused when employers say they want NZ work experience, despite the students having a wealth of experience in their own country. We explain what employers are looking for and how you can improve your job search opportunities.

Why do an Employability Award?

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Why do an employability award when you are already busy with study, sport, family, socialising etc?  Rosemary Heather wondered that too. But when she did check it out, she quickly saw the benefits. Now happily employed as a food science analyst, Rosemary encourages other students to make the most of the award opportunities.

Stand out in the crowd to employers

Student chatting to employer at AUT career expo

Employers love meeting people who are proactive, curious and well prepared. They will remember you if you take an interest, ask questions and show an understanding of what their organisation does. Over March and April there will be crowds of employers coming on campus to career expos and events to meet you. Here are 6 tips on how to stand out.

Top Tips for 2024 Career Expos

look good at career fairs

Wondering how to meet employers? Then make the most of the opportunity to meet a large number of employers on city campus at AUT by attending the upcoming career expos this semester.  Are you ready to shine like a peacock at the next career fair? Here are tips on how to put your best foot forward.

How international students can get ahead of the competition

Group of young international employees

Are you an international student? Read our five essential tips outlining what you need to focus on to improve your chances of finding work in New Zealand when you graduate.  A great degree is a good start, and then….

Plenty of career help at AUT

A group of students chatting in the Employability Lab

Elab Online? NZ Unitalent? Employability Lab? Who does what and how do they link up?

Here’s my attempt to explain what they are and what they offer – and while I may be biased, I want to say they are brilliant services that offer plenty of career and employability help.

Changing career focus works

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Five AUT graduates talk about how their paths changed as they progressed through their tertiary study. They have found productive and stimulating careers that are quite different from their initial dreams and expectations.

LinkedIn photo - Do's and Don'ts

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LinkedIn profiles that include a picture are 14 times more likely to be seen, according to LinkedIn research. This makes your profile picture a very important part of your LinkedIn profile whether you want to have your photo up there or not.

Professional and Personal Wins through Beyond AUT

Beyond AUT overall winner Karan George receiving prize from 4 Points by Sheraton

A significant chapter of personal and professional growth is how Beyond AUT Award Overall Prize winner Karan George describes her Beyond AUT Award journey. “The award has helped develop my leadership skills, bolster my confidence, and foster community engagement and compassion,” she says.