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Careers and employability

Career support services

Get careers advice

Book a 30-minute confidential appointment with a career advisor to discuss anything job related. Meetings can be on campus, over the phone or online.

Log into EDGE to book      

Improve your resume and cover letter

Email your resume and cover letter (as a Word document) and we'll give you detailed feedback so that you can make it better. Don't forget to include your name and student number.

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Practise your interview technique

Take a mock interview so you can get a feel for the process before you do the real thing. You can even record and review your answers in real time and request feedback.

Log into EDGE to take an interview      

Explore our career resources

Visit our Careers and Employability Resource Hub to find 15-minute webinars, resume samples, interview tips, lists of employers, upcoming events and more.

Access the Hub 
 

Styled for Success at Fed

First impressions are important, especially when it comes to employment. But buying good quality corporate workwear isn’t cheap. The Styled for Success at Fed program helps students access free second-hand professional clothing.

Find out more 
 

Careers events

GradWISE program launch
7 Aug 2025, 4:00pm
Online

Living with a disability, long-term injury or chronic illness can make finding work difficult. That’s why we’ve partnered with the GradWISE team...

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Careers webinar: Workplace etiquette and your rights
12 Aug 2025, 12:00pm
Online

New to working in Australia? Join our practical webinar to learn how to navigate workplace culture and understand your rights at work....

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Careers webinar: Graduate job hunting
14 Aug 2025, 12:00pm
Online

Wondering what jobs you can get with your degree? It’s one of the most common questions we hear from students. The truth...

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Careers webinar: Finding work (for international students)
19 Aug 2025, 12:00pm
Online

Are you an international student looking for casual work or planning ahead for a professional career in Australia? This webinar is for...

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Careers webinar: Key selection criteria for job applications
21 Aug 2025, 12:00pm
Online

You’ve got less than 10 seconds to make an impression. That’s how long employers typically spend scanning your application before deciding whether...

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Careers webinar: Cover letters, resumes & interviews (for international students)
26 Aug 2025, 12:00pm
Online

Not sure how to tailor your job application for the Australian job market? This session is designed especially for international students like...

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Careers webinar: Networking & job interviews
28 Aug 2025, 12:00pm
Online

Let's get you ready for job interviews. Despite all its flaws, the job interview is still used by most organisations as a...

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Career development programs

Career Accelerate Program (CAP)

Prepare yourself for work with the Career Accelerate Program (CAP). It's a free, fully online, self-paced Moodle course designed to increase your employability. You can do every topic or just the bits you find relevant.

Self-enrol in CAP      

Golden Key International Honour Society

Unlock a world of opportunities with Golden Key membership. As well as boosting your resume, you'll get access to career development resources, global networking, exclusive discounts and scholarships.

Find out more      

GradWISE program

Living with a disability, long-term injury or chronic illness can make finding work difficult. That’s why we’ve partnered with the GradWISE team to offer a program designed to boost your confidence and employment potential.

Find out more      

Job opportunities

EDGE platform

Edge is your ultimate career resource. Find paid jobs, volunteer roles and in-demand skills. Learn how to boost your CV or make a booking with a career advisor for one-to-one help.

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Student jobs at Federation

Working at Fed is a great way to use your existing skills to improve the student experience. There are paid roles and volunteer opportunities – what will you apply for?

Find a job      

Get experience

Virtual internship

Explore careers and prepare for the job with hundreds of free job simulations designed by the world's top employers.

Learn more      

Studying abroad or joining an exchange

Study on an exchange program for one or two semesters at our partner institution to gain cultural awareness and self-confidence.

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Alumni support

We've got your back, even after graduation. Reach out to our Careers and Employability team for career support, including help with post-graduate study options, for up to two years after you've graduated.

Schedule an appointment through EDGE or email us at edge@federation.edu.au. Note: Please include your student number (if you know it), your personal email address, and a phone number.

Are you an employer looking to hire our students?

There are many ways your organisation can engage with our students, academic programs and graduates.

Speak with us about a particular opportunity you have for students on 03 5327 9910 or email our Careers and Employability team at edge@federation.edu.au

Contact us

Email: edge@federation.edu.au

BerwickBallaratGippsland
Office G76, Building 902
Federation University
100 Clyde Rd
Berwick VIC, 3806 		Room 119, U Building
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Mt Helen VIC, 3350		Room 113, Building 3N
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