Careers and employability

Careers and employability

As a student, you have access to industry experiences, leadership programs, career advice and networking opportunities that will help you grow your professional toolkit.

Get ready for the workforce

Your career journey begins here

  • Industry experiences

    Learn about internships, units with industry partners, global opportunities and volunteering options.

    Explore industry experiences

  • Leadership skills

    Check out the leadership programs, mentoring opportunities and volunteering programs you can participate in.

    Foster leadership skills

  • Career essentials

    Find out how to plan your career and apply for jobs. For in-person career advice, check out our Careers and Internships Studio.

    Get career ready

  • Networking opportunities

    Find networking and industry events, workshops,and university programs you can join.

    See networking opportunities

Find jobs and opportunities

Looking for your next step? Browse casual and part time work, internships, scholarships, graduate programs, leadership opportunities and more on our jobs and opportunities board.

CareerEdge: Career support that evolves with you

Co-designed with students, career and industry experts and academics, CareerEdge helps you build confidence and real-world skills through deeply personalised and adaptive guidance that grows with your ambitions and is tailored to your goals, strengths and areas for development.

Supporting your career journey

Ready for the workforce?

Get ready to step into the workforce with confidence – here you’ll find key info on work rights, student visas, disclosing a disability, and where to find a job.

Find a job

Malaysia career services

Whether you're planning your next move or polishing your resumé, Monash Malaysia Career Services has everything you need to feel confident and career-ready.

Malaysia campus

Global experience, career edge

Through study tours, global internships and exchange opportunities, you’ll gain the cultural fluency, adaptability and problem-solving skills that global employers demand.

Global mindset
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PhD development opportunities

Access PhD professional development

Are you a PhD student looking to get a career edge? Explore research, professional and career development workshops and seminars tailored to your needs.

Explore PhD professional development

Upcoming events

Take part in our events to gain confidence, expand your networks, sharpen your skills, and unlock new career possibilities.

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  1. Thu 8 Oct, 1–2pm

    Build Your Job Search Plan in Less Than an Hour

    In this hands‑on workshop, you’ll build a clear, personalised, and actionable job search plan – all within an hour.

    Careers & Internships Studio Clayton

  2. Thu 8 Oct, 2.30–3.30pm

    Information Session: 2027 Betty Amsden AO Leadership Program

    Discover how this program can support your leadership development, career transition, and professional connections. Hear more about the mentoring experience, program opportunities, and application process. Find out how you can get involved in the 2027 program.

    Online

  3. Tue 20 Oct, 1–2pm

    Graduate Recruitment Overview

    Practical introduction to the graduate recruitment cycle, what it is, when it happens, and how to prepare.

    Careers & Internships Studio Clayton

  4. Thu 22 Oct, 3–4.30pm

    How You Show Up: Communication, Confidence and Influence for Emerging Professionals

    Explore leadership as an everyday practice through communication, confidence and influence. Engage directly with Westpac Scholars, hear their leadership experiences, and exchange ideas through practical activities and discussion.

    Careers & Internships Studio Clayton

Student news

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Team Monash celebrates a successful UniSport Nationals campaign

Team Monash has wrapped up an incredible week at the 2026 UniSport Nationals, taking home numerous medals as well as the Overall South Trophy and Spirit of the South award.
Student success
Monash Victorian international student award winners

Monash celebrates award winners at the 2026 Victorian International Education Awards

Individuals from across the Monash community have achieved remarkable recognition at the 2026 Victorian International Education Awards (VIEA), winning prestigious International Student of the Year awards.
Student success
Tasdik

Back yourself: Tasdik Hasan’s advice for publishing your research

Publishing research can feel daunting, particularly when you are early in your career. But PhD researcher Dr M. Tasdik Hasan says graduate researchers should not underestimate the value of their work or rule themselves out of aiming high.
Student success

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