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First year
Orientation and registration
September Apply for student leadership positions & have your application reviewed by a careers advisor
Complete all orientation activities in your Faculty – they are all important. Doubting your degree choice or uncertain where it leads? Contact us on careers.service@uct.ac.za
Log on to MyCareer to view internship, vac work and bursary opportunities.
Once you have registered, you have until the end of the first week of lectures to change your options (as long as you meet requirements).
Semester 2 Attend expos to familiarise yourself with career options.
After 2 weeks
Find out about and apply for vac work.
Log onto MyCareer to book for virtual appointments and events. Update your preferences!
June vac First 3 months
Make a start on your CV with the help of Careers Service resources.
Join societies and sports that interest you (but prioritise your academics).
Make a virtual appointment with a careers advisor if you are unsure of your choices.
Attend our free Career Development Webinar Series.
Dec vac Do voluntary or vacation work. Any work experience will help you get marketable skills.