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Want to stand out to future employers while making the most of your uni experience? Engaging with @curtinlifeaustralia on Instagram is more than just staying in the loop; it’s a chance to build your portfolio, develop new skills and enhance your CV. Here’s how getting involved can give you a professional edge.
Discover opportunities
There are tons of opportunities on campus to grow, connect and get involved and we’re here to help you find them. By following our Instagram stories and highlights, you’ll find reminders of exciting programs! We regularly share opportunities from Curtin Careers, Curtin Volunteers!, Curtin Extra, and more. If you miss a story, don’t worry: Check out our highlights to see what’s still available.
Get featured on our channel
@curtinlifeaustralia isn’t just about news and events, it’s about showcasing students. By signing up for our talent pool, you can be featured in various content series:
- MyCurtinStory: Share your uni journey and achievements through an interview feature on Instagram and Oasis.
- MyCurtinExperience: Show off your student life in short, engaging videos that go up on our Instagram.
- MyCurtinAdvice: Provide tips and guidance for fellow students
- Food For Thought: Test, try, rate and rank food items on campus.
- Other General Videos: Instagram reels, trending sounds, skits and helpful advice for students are just some of the types of videos we need student talent for!
Signing up helps you grow confidence, step outside your comfort zone, and connect with others. Want in? Fill out the talent pool form!
Earn While You Learn
Want to get paid while developing real-world skills? Many of the posts you see on @curtinlifeaustralia are created by students from the Earn While You Learn (EWYL) program. These flexible, on-campus jobs allow you to gain hands-on experience in content creation, social media and more, all while fitting around your studies. As part of the our team, we hire a student videographer and communications assistant every year who create student content for the channel.
If you’re interested in being part of the team, keep an eye on UniHub for when opportunities to be part of the team go live!
Your uni experience is what you make it, so why not use @curtinlifeaustralia to build a portfolio, gain experience and set yourself up for success? Follow, engage and take advantage of these opportunities today!
