Career information and advice
Access our Career Ready resources to find a job, engage in work-based learning, explore volunteering opportunities and make informed career decisions. These resources will help you connect with programs designed to enhance your career readiness - including our sector-leading Career Ready Advantage Award.
Career Hub
Career Hub connects you with a wide range of career and employability services and programs. Through Career Hub you can ask questions, book appointments for career advice and register for employer events. You can search job boards and access career resources, including resources tailored for international students. Plus, access interactive AI resume and interview tools.
Make sure to visit Career Hub regularly to stay informed and updated on career and employability opportunities at La Trobe.
Logging in
- Current students: Use your student username (e.g., students\12345678) and password to login to Career Hub. If you are having difficulties logging in, please contact: Student IT Support
- Alumni: Use your personal email address and password to login to Career Hub. La Trobe Alumni have ongoing access to careers resources, including Career Ready Assist and LinkedIn Learning.
- Staff: Staff have the same access as La Trobe students and graduates. Use your staff email and password to log in to Career Hub.
Employability resources
We offer a range of programmes and resources to support you to become Career Ready.
Career Ready Essentials Webinars
Our Career Ready Essentials are a comprehensive suite of on-demand sessions designed to enhance your employability skills across a range of career preparation and employability topics.
After viewing each webinar, download your Certificate of Attendance and upload it to your Career Ready Advantage Profile as a Professional Learning Activity.
La Trobe has a range of careers resources that will help you to develop your career management skills. From lessons and courses to AI tools and information about your discipline, we have you covered in your career exploration and preparation for the professional world of work.
Career Ready Assist
La Trobe has partnered with Big Interview for mock interview practice, and ResumeAI for resume feedback and advice.
Career Summaries
Our Career Summaries provide advice and ideas on the types of jobs you could have based on your discipline. They are a great starting point for your career research.
LinkedIn Learning
All La Trobe students have free access to curated LinkedIn Learning courses designed to develop Career Ready capabilities.
Industry programs
La Trobe has a range of ways you can connect with employers, gain practical experience and build your employability skills.
Industry Mentoring
The La Trobe Industry Mentoring program connects students with an industry professional, in a 12-week mentoring relationship. Students are matched with mentors based on key interests, education and career aspiration alignment.
Work Integrated Learning and Placements
La Trobe offers a range of industry experiences embedded in curriculum. All undergraduate students can undertake a placement.
Career Ready Industry Experiences
Career Ready Industry Experiences are two-week virtual projects offered by our partner, Practera. Current experiences include the Study Australia Industry Experience Program. More information can be found at Career Ready Industry Experiences, or check the Career Hub for upcoming information sessions.
Careers services
The Employability team has a range of support services to assist you to explore your options and pursue your career goals.
Ask a Question
Have a career related question for the team? Ask a Question via the Career Hub to receive guidance and advice.
If you are seeking advice on changes to your enrolment or choosing elective subjects, please visit ASK La Trobe.
Career Consultations
Are you looking to clarify your future career direction? Do you need help to align your course of study to your career aspirations?
Specialist Career Consultations or shorter Career Ready Conversation appointments are available online at various times on weekdays.
Career Readiness Check
All La Trobe students are encouraged to complete our two question Career Readiness Check. You’ll receive tailored advice with suggestions for your next career steps.
Jobs portals
As well as our Career Hub jobs board, you have access to:
Employer Connect
Employer Connect is the GradConnection jobs board for students to research and connect with employers looking to hire graduates in Australia and around the world.
Careers Directory
In partnership with Prosple, the Careers Directory connects you with employers and essential advice for students and graduates. Jobs range from paid internships to graduate programs, entry level roles and positions for alumni with experience. Search for jobs in Australia or globally.
Career Ready Ambassadors
During semester, our Career Ready Ambassadors are available on-campus and online.
Career Ready Ambassadors can help you:
- Achieve Career Ready Advantage Awards
- Develop and review job applications
- Access Career Ready Assist and other employability resources on the Career Hub
- Get started on career research
- Book Career Ready appointments and register for industry events
You can check in with Career Ready Ambassadors on the Career Hub events page.
For alumni
For staff
The Employability Programs team offers specialised support to staff, helping to integrate co-curricular experiences and in-curricular activities with the Career Ready Advantage™ Award. If you believe activities in your course or subject could be recognised within the Career Ready Advantage™ award, please reach out to the Employability Programs team.
The Employability Programs team also provide guidance on industry and employer events for La Trobe students.
Our team can assist staff with:
- Access to career development resources, including LinkedIn Learning and Career Ready Assist, which features Big Interview: ResumeAI and VideoAI.
- Tailored career information and support for your students.
- Support for discipline-specific industry and career events, as well as networking opportunities, employability expos and mentoring opportunities.
If you require assistance or have any questions, contact the Employability Programs team.
