Minister opens new Careers Centre to help students thrive in jobs of the future

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Vice-Chancellor and President, Professor Mark Scott, student Chandrahaas Vellanki and Minister for Skills, TAFE and Tertiary Education, Steve Whan, stand together at the launch of the University of Sydney’s new Careers Centre

Minister opens new Careers Centre to help students thrive in jobs of the future

Careers Centre offers industry connections and tailored support for students entering a changing workforce

21 September 2026

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The University of Sydney has invested $2 million in a new Careers Centre, opened on Monday, 21 September, by the Minister for Skills, TAFE and Tertiary Education, Steve Whan

The centre will offer students personalised career support and advice, the chance to connect with employers across industries, and workshops focused on the human skills growing more important in the age of artificial intelligence

“We’re committed to working with universities right across the state to support students to achieve their career aspirations,” said Minister Whan. “To meet community needs and ensure the state’s workforce is ready for the future, we must connect students with industry and ensure that every student graduates with workforce-ready skills.”

The Careers Centre has purpose-built consultation rooms, giving students access to one-on-one career advice. It will offer support on resumes, applications and interviews, as well as general advice on careers and job-seeking. There will be opportunities for students to network with employers through targeted information sessions, as well as graduate and internship fairs. Workshops led by industry practitioners across campus will focus on the early development of capabilities often learnt on the job, such as professional communication skills, accountability and cultural competence.

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Source: www.sydney.edu.au