Get the edge

Give yourself the edge by engaging in a range of experiences available to you at UQ.

As a UQ student you can access an amazing array of opportunities that enrich your student experience, complement your degree, and develop your employability.

Enrich your time at UQ

Understanding how a range of experiences will give your career the edge and boost your employability can help you plan ahead.

The employability framework

Employability Award

Make the most of your experiences and get the edge by undertaking the Employability Award. The Award allows you to reflect and translate the value gained through your enrichment activities while studying at UQ, preparing you for the competitive job market.

Explore the opportunities available at UQ

Summer and Winter Research Programs

Enrich your UQ experiences through short research programs

Internships

Undertake an extra-curricular internship (domestic, global or virtual) with one of our approved partners.

Work Integrated Learning

Doing a placement or internship as part of your studies? Find out all you need to know about Work Integrated Learning (WIL) at UQ.

Semester-based exchange

Expand your worldview through a semester based exchange at one of our partner universities around the world.

Short-term experiences

Want to have a global experience but don't want to spend an entire semester overseas? We have a range of short-term experiences available during semester breaks.