National Careers Week 11th - 17th May 2026
National Careers Week 2026 runs from 11 May – 17 May, and ECU is celebrating with a series of events designed to help you explore new career pathways and prepare for the future of work.
This year’s theme, Connect. Create. Thrive. invites you to think boldly about where your skills can take you – from research to industry, from study to leadership, and from lived experience to advocacy.
Events will be hosted at ECU City Campus, ECU Joondalup Campus and online
Find out how to create a great first impression with in-person workshops, online sessions and feedback from experts.
Get insider tips on writing cover letters that get noticed.
Pro Tip: Start your cover letter with a specific achievement or result rather than generic phrases like "I am writing to express my interest."
Hiring managers remember candidates who demonstrate the value they can bring to their organisation.
Where: Online
When: Monday 11th May between 10.30 am – 11.30 am
ECU Centre for Employability has partnered with Dress for Success to support female students in developing their readiness for employment.
This is a walk-in event, no booking required.
Where: Come along to the pop-up session at the EDGE Learning Space on level 4 at ECU City (CC.1N.443).
When: Tuesday 12th May between 10am - 12pm
This invitation to participate in this pop-up session is open to our female students, including all cis and trans women, and non-binary people comfortable in women’s spaces.
Ready to make your resume stand out?
Book your spot in this resume writing workshop and learn the top tips and tricks to create a strong resume that actually gets you noticed by employers.
Held in the exclusive CreatorsLAB space at ECU City, this session will also give you the chance to try out Big Interview, our handy AI‑powered tool to help you practise and ace interviews - no matter the industry.
And the bonus?
You’ll receive a FREE professional profile headshot, perfect for LinkedIn and job applications.
This session is free, but registration is essential.
Where: CreatorsLAB Ground Floor ECU City (CC.1S.G40)
When: Wednesday 13th May between 9:30am - 10:30am
Register via TryBooking - Resume Writing Workshop (FREE Headshots!) Tickets
Attention Research students
Where: Joondalup Campus. Learning & Career Hub in the Library JO.31.224
When: Wednesday 13th May between 1pm - 3:30pm
Register via TryBooking - Get Interview Ready - Practice for Research Students Tickets
Interviews aren't just about content, they're about persuasion.
Pro Tip: It's important to be able to show that you're not only capable, but someone that the interviewers would love to work with.
Join us online to learn more about how to confidently connect at job interviews.
Where: Online
When: Thursday 14th May between 1.30 pm – 2.30 pm
Register via TryBooking - What makes a great Job Interview Tickets
Your LinkedIn profile is often the first thing employers see, so let’s make it work for you.
Join this hands‑on LinkedIn workshop and learn how to create a profile that tells your story, highlights your skills, and helps you get noticed.
You’ll get practical tips on writing a strong profile, choosing the right keywords, building your network, and showing up professionally online, whether you’re job hunting, exploring career options, or just getting started.
Plus, you’ll receive a FREE professional profile headshot, perfect for LinkedIn and future job applications.
In this session, you’ll learn how to:
This session is free, but registration is essential.
Where: CreatorsLAB Ground Floor ECU City (CC.1S.G40)
When: Thursday 14th May between 10am - 11:30am
Register via TryBooking - LinkedIn Workshop (FREE Headshots!) Tickets
Ready to make your resume stand out?
Book your spot in this resume writing workshop and learn the top tips and tricks to create a strong resume that actually gets you noticed by employers.
Held in the exclusive CreatorsLAB space at ECU City, this session will also give you the chance to try out Big Interview, our handy AI‑powered tool to help you practise and ace interviews - no matter the industry.
And the bonus?
You’ll receive a FREE professional profile headshot, perfect for LinkedIn and job applications.
This session is free, but registration is essential.
Where: CreatorsLAB Ground Floor ECU City (CC.1S.G40)
When: Friday 15th May between 9:30am - 10:30am
Register via TryBooking - Resume Writing Workshop (FREE Headshots!) Tickets
Get strategic with your Job Searches
Pro Tip: Setting up job alerts and checking them daily can give you a crucial edge in today's competitive fast-moving job market.
Join us online to learn more about how to develop a strategic approach that maximises your chances in the job market.
Where: Online
When: Friday 15th May between 10:30 am – 11.30 am
Register via TryBooking - What makes a great Job Search Tickets
Meet industry experts, leaders and employers as they share vital information about opportunities in their workplaces.
The panel includes:
Hosted by ECU Alumni and current student, Amy Rossbach.
The panel’s breadth of industry perspectives, combined with a student host, underscores our ability to create meaningful, real-world opportunities for students to practise their skills while engaging with career development and pathways.
Places are limited, secure your ticket today and don’t miss out!
Where: Function Room Lvl 7 ECU City
When: Tuesday 12th May 5pm - 6:30pm
Register via TryBooking - National Careers Week: Meet the CEO
This is your chance to get up close and personal with some of Perth's most influential leaders from the tech industry to the creative industries.
This is the event not to miss during National Careers Week. Hear stories of the unconventional journey to becoming a CEO and gain insights from industry leaders on emerging roles, future workforce needs, and how leading organisations are preparing for the jobs of tomorrow and the talent they seek.
The panel includes:
Hosted by ECU Alumni and current student, Amy Rossbach.
The panel’s breadth of industry perspectives, combined with a student host, underscores our ability to create meaningful, real-world opportunities for students to practise their skills while engaging with career development and pathways.
What to expect:
Places are limited, secure your ticket today and don’t miss out!
Where: Function Room Lvl 7 ECU City
When: Tuesday 12th May 5pm - 6:30pm
Register via TryBooking - National Careers Week - Meet the CEO Tickets
WA Government Jobs Graduate Programs Showcase
Attention Final Year students (who are Australian citizens or Permanent Residents) about to graduate.
Agencies who will be at the showcase include:
Come and speak to different Western Australian Government Agencies about their Graduate Programs.
Where: ECU Edge on level 4 at ECU City
When: Tuesday 12th May between 10:30am - 1:30pm
Register via TryBooking - WA Government Agencies - Meet & Greet Tickets
Calling all budding screen practitioners and actors - ECU staff and students.
Remember... “It’s not who you know that’s important. It’s who knows you.”
The panel includes:
Hosted by Associate Professor Cathy Henkel, Course Coordinator of postgraduate courses in the WA Screen and Media Academy at ECU.
Where: Output Suite on level 5 at ECU City
When: Tuesday 12th May between 3pm - 4pm
Register via TryBooking - Sound! Camera! Action! How to work in Screen industry. Tickets
Curious about how agentic AI is being used in industry and what it could mean for your future career?
Join IBM in the CreatorsLAB for an interactive workshop exploring how organisations are using Generative AI, copilots, and AI agents to automate work, boost productivity, and move faster than ever before.
This session goes beyond everyday AI prompts to look at what’s happening inside real workplaces today. You’ll see how professionals are using chatbots and agents to manage inboxes, generate reports, coordinate tasks, and support decision‑making and how tools like Microsoft Copilot 365 are embedded across modern organisations.
You don’t need a technical background, just an interest in how AI is changing roles, workflows, and the skills employers are looking for.
What you’ll explore:
By the end of the session, you’ll have a clearer picture of how AI is really used in industry, where the opportunities and risks are, and how understanding agentic AI can give you an edge in the job market.
What to bring to the session:
This session is free to attend, but registration is essential.
Where: CreatorsLAB Ground Floor ECU City (CC.1S.G40)
When:
Register via TryBooking - Level up your AI Game with IBM Tickets
Looking for flexible work you can fit around study?
Drop in to our Jobs in the City pop-up and connect with employers who regularly hire for casual, part-time, and temporary roles across Perth.
This is a relaxed, informal session where you can:
No formal presentations — just real conversations. Open to all students.
Where: ECU Edge on level 4 at ECU City
When: Thursday 14th May between 12pm - 1pm
Register via TryBooking - Jobs in the City: Casual & Temp Work Pop-Up Tickets
Meet the IBM Future Lab Team: Industry in Action!
Curious how ideas turn into real industry solutions? Step inside the CreatorsLAB and explore real‑world IBM client prototypes developed by ECU alumni now IBM professionals, alongside IBM Future Lab interns, on meaningful industry projects.
Meet the client and the IBM team as they showcase recent proof‑of‑concepts, share how they collaborate with industry partners, and talk through the creative thinking and skills required to solve real business challenges.
This is a great opportunity to explore career pathways, build your industry network, and gain insight into what it’s like to be an ECU student working as an intern within IBM.
What you’ll get out of it:
Come for the showcases, stay for the connections and leave inspired by what’s possible.
This session is free, but registration is essential.
Where: CreatorsLAB Ground Floor ECU City (CC.1S.G40)
When: Thursday 14th May between 2pm - 3pm
Register via TryBooking - Meet the IBM Future Lab Team: Industry in Action Tickets
Connect with peers, support services and cultural experiences at ECU City.
This social provides an inclusive environment to share stories, make friends, engage in a few activities, and enjoy low-pressure conversations. Grab a free drink and snack too!
Where: ECU Edge on level 4 at ECU City
When: Wednesday 13th May between 10am - 11:30am
Register via TryBooking - Disability and Neurodivergent Social Tickets
Looking for something inspiring to check out on campus?
Come experience incredible WAAPA student performances in one of ECU City’s state‑of‑the‑art venues at the Centre for Performance Excellence.
With a variety of free concerts and performances happening throughout the week, there’s plenty to enjoy from music and dance to theatre. Drop in, discover emerging talent, and get inspired by the next generation of performers.
Sessions are free, but registration is essential.
Wed 13th May - Lunchtime Concert - McKusker Recital Hall (12:15PM - 1PM)
Is your course taking you on the right track?
Or is it feeling like you might want to make an adjustment and head in a different direction?
Drop in or make an appointment to chat to a Course Adviser at the Student Success Hub. The Student Life team have a wide range of services to help you keep your course details up to date and on track.
Student Hub at City Campus and Joondalup are available 9am – 4.30pm Monday to Friday and can support with a course health check-in.
Alternatively, log into the Student Portal to make an appointment via My Appointments for on-campus or phone support.