Employability Award Written Task Guide
When should I submit my application?
You can submit your written application once you have completed all the Activity Requirements and reflected upon them. There are three application rounds per year and you can apply for any round, so long as you are still enrolled at UQ and complete the written application and interview before you graduate.
Application round one - due 2 April 2023
Application round two - due 2 July 2023
Application round three - due 10 September 2023
The application guide is subject to change so we highly recommend you follow the online instructions that are in place during your final semester at UQ.
7. How the Application is Assessed?
| About Me (Video Pitch) | Delivered an enthusiastic pitch that clearly outlined the key capabilities and attributes developed and how you would be an asset to a future employer. Presented to a high standard in a very appropriate location and professionally dressed. |
| Resume | Formatting and organisation of the resume is excellent. Clearly communicates relevant experiences, capabilities and achievements. |
| Communicating Potential | Letter demonstrates a thorough knowledge of strengths and/or personal capabilities developed through the Award process. Applicant identifies four key capabilities and uses the STAR-E technique to construct excellent responses which are comprehensive and well-constructed. Application is engaging and highly effective in demonstrating enhanced employability. |
| Application to Work Environment | Provides a clear and considered connection between how the strengths/capabilities gained through the Award process will be effective in specific future work practices. |
| Technical | Practically no errors in spelling, grammar, and sentence structure. |
Important dates
Once you complete the activity requirements for the Award, you can submit an application.
Application round 1, 2023 - written applications due 2 April before 11.59pm
Application round 2, 2023 - written applications due 2 July before 11.59pm
Application round 3, 2023 - written applications due 10 September before 11.59pm
Please note: These are firm dates and no extensions will be granted.
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