# Employability Award

**Source**: https://employability.uq.edu.au/award
**Parent**: https://employability.uq.edu.au/

- [Register anytime to participate](https://studenthub.uq.edu.au/form.aspx?id=5918294)

## Develop the mindset and capabilities to be effective in any path you choose

The Employability Award is a structured program that recognises the personal and professional development you can gain from your involvement in activities above and beyond your academic studies.  It is essentially a learning program that will guide you through a range of experiences and reflections to unlock your potential.

Participation is open to both undergraduate and postgraduate coursework students studying at UQ.

[How to achieve the Award](http://employability.uq.edu.au/award/overview)

[Activities Guide](https://employability.uq.edu.au/award/activities)

[Support & Resources](https://employability.uq.edu.au/award/resources)

[Conditions of Participation](https://employability.uq.edu.au/award/conditions)

[Application Stage - Written Task Guide](https://employability.uq.edu.au/award/application-guide)

[Application Stage - Interview Guide](https://employability.uq.edu.au/award/interview-guide)

### Information sessions

Want to know more about the Employability Award? Attend one of our information sessions, open to all undergraduate students and staff members, or book a one-on-one appointment.

[See all Employablility sessions](https://employability.uq.edu.au/events)  [Book an Employability Award consultation](http://studenthub.uq.edu.au/students/appointments/app/topic/116?siteId=1)

#### **Upcoming Employability Award Sessions**

[Employability Award: Getting Started](https://employability.uq.edu.au/event/session/20707)\
24 February 2026, 1:00pm - 1:45pm

[Employability Week Events](https://life.uq.edu.au/employability-week) (9-12 March)

[Employability Award Action Plan Workshop](https://life.uq.edu.au/event/session/11660)\
10 March 2026, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

[Final Step: Applying To Receive Your Employability Award](https://employability.uq.edu.au/event/session/20708)\
16 March 2026, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

#### Important dates

Semester 1, 2026 deadline - Sunday 12 April, 2026 (11:59pm)

Semester 2, 2026 deadline - Sunday 13 September, 2026 (11:59pm)

**Please note:** These are firm dates for your written application and no extensions will be granted. We recommend that you prepare to submit your application early to avoid disappointment.

#### Got Questions?

Check out our [Frequently Asked Questions](https://employability.uq.edu.au/award/faq) or [email us](mailto:employability@uq.edu.au)

## Benefits for students

Completion of the Award program is a rewarding process in itself.  Other benefits include:

- The opportunity to become a reflective practitioner.
- Receive a digital certificate endorsed by the Vice-Chancellor and Academic Registrar,
- Access to professional development workshops and networking events; and
- Creating a greater sense of belonging by becoming more actively engaged at UQ and within the wider community.

## Opportunity awaits

Hear how Yunan used the Award program to seize new opportunities for development and shifted her mindset along the way.

## Kai-Yu, 2025 Award Recipient

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*"The Employability Award program has been a powerful source of motivation for me, constantly driving me to step outside my comfort zone and embrace new opportunities. Through trying, experiencing, learning, and sometimes failing, I realised that every challenge was an opportunity for continuous improvement. From volunteering and student leadership to internships, each experience helped me grow and refine my skills.\
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If you’re feeling unsure about joining the Employability Award program, let me tell you—you absolutely should! This program isn’t just a checklist or a title. It’s a roadmap that helps you grow, connect, and shine in a completely new environment. I used it as a guide to help me navigate this new world, one step at a time. I ended my journey not just as an international student, but as someone who found their voice, contributed meaningfully to the community, and became more confident in who I am."*

## Prachi, 2025 Award Recipient

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*"My Employability Award experience has been incredibly rewarding, both personally and professionally. I joined the program because I wanted to make the most of my time at UQ as an international student, and build skills that would support my future career.*

*The most important thing I learnt through the Award was the power of reflection. Regularly evaluating my skills, goals, and progress helped me become a more intentional learner and future professional. I also appreciated how the Award encouraged me to step outside of my comfort zone and actively build professional networks.*

*My advice for future participants is: don’t wait for the “perfect” opportunity—get involved early and try a mix of experiences. Each activity contributes something unique to your growth, and the program gives you a safe space to learn and improve."*

[Information for staff](https://employability.uq.edu.au/get-experiences/uq-employability-advantage-award/uq-employability-advantage-award-information-staff)

Access to promotional material and resources for staff involved in the Employability Award.