Breaking Barriers: Navigating the Job Market as a Disabled Student
We've recently discovered some important insights about the job-seeking experiences of disabled students. We surveyed both students and employers and found some eye-opening information. It’s clear that there’s plenty of room for improvement when it comes to inclusive hiring practices, but there's some good news amidst the challenges.
So You’re About to go to Uni. A Letter From Someone Who Finished Their First Year.
We’re only a month out from uni starting, and for incoming first-years, there are a lot of emotions that come with it. I would know, because last year I was in your shoes. To help make your first year awesome, and as pain-free as possible, here are a few things I wish I knew going into my first year of uni.
Should I Break Up With My High School Sweetheart Before Going to Uni?
Tearing yourself away from your home town to study is tricky. Sometimes when you leave your hometown to start your studies, you have to let things go. One of those things might be a relationship.
Going Home for Christmas? A Guide to Navigating Political Differences.
For some of us going home is PEAK relaxation. Think homemade food, free wifi, and sleeping in till 2pm. But for others, it can be a NIGHTMARE. If, like many of us, you have differing political views than your family, how do you make it out of this holiday season alive?
PSA: Summer isn’t a Competition
It’s that time of the year. You know, when people start wrapping up their last assignments and discussing what they have planned for the summer. It’s hard not to let comparison creep into your thoughts and make you feel like you aren’t doing enough. But we’re here to tell you that summer isn’t a competition.
Student Confessions: I’ve Chosen not to Vote
There seems to be a lot of shame around choosing not to vote, but given that only 64% of 18-24 year olds are registered to vote, it's likely that a lot of you have chosen not to vote before. We asked students why they’ve chosen not to vote before and here’s what we found out.
4 Things I’ve Learned in 4 Months as an Intern
Meet Amelia. Amelia was placed in a social media internship at a digital marketing agency a few months ago through SJS. We asked her to write about what she’s learned in her time as an intern so far and let’s just say the experience has been eye opening.
Is That Job a Scam? The Signs to Look For.
Job sites like ours attract some incredible employers and jobs. But like any area of the internet, they can attract the wrong sorts too. What’s the best weapon against scammers? Knowledge. So sit down because we’re about to give you some. Here’s the top signs to look out for.
Controversial Opinion: You Don't Have to be an All-Rounder
Being an all-rounder is something we’ve all been taught to aspire to. What’s better than being good at everything? Well, here’s a controversial opinion for you. How about being exceptional at one thing? Or excellent at a couple of things?
What’s it Like to Work in Tech?
In the fast-paced world of technology, there is a constant demand for skilled individuals to fill the ever-expanding tech roles. We sat down with Alanna, a seasoned tech professional who shed light on her journey in the sector. Read on as Alanna shares her valuable insights of working in tech.
5 Things We Wish We’d Known as First Year Students
It’s easy to look back with hindsight and wish you’d done things differently. Navigating the first year of student life can be pretty difficult, so we went out and spoke to some graduates and asked them what they wished they had known in their first year. Here’s some of the wisdom we were able to gather.
Morgan Maw: Anything but Boring
Sometimes it’s hard to see how the jobs we have early on in our careers will shape what we do in the future. We chatted with Morgan Maw, the inspiring founder of NZ oat milk brand, Boring. She spilled the tea on how her early jobs influenced what she does now, and some advice for those who are just starting out.
Are You Eligible to use SJS?
Here’s how you know if you’re eligible to join the SJS community.