Are you interested in building career confidence and employability skills? Then INTERCHANGE is for you!
INTERCHANGE (opens external site) is an employability program that introduces you to the world of entrepreneurship and innovation. If you're looking for work experience for your resume and future job applications, this program is for you.
What to know
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INTERCHANGE is open to domestic and international students.
There are face-to-face and online sessions!
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You don't need any experience with entrepreneurship to join.
INTERCHANGE will help you become work-ready and start-up savvy.
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Application closing date:
Sunday 25 June, 11:59pm (AEST)
Get start-up savvy. Join INTERCHANGE!
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Be inspired by keynotes and masterclasses
Develop employability skills like communication, innovation, leadership, agility, and networking. Take masterclasses on how to leverage internships, create an international career and build resilience.
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Connect with students and mentors
Over 250 international and local students will work together to solve real-world problems impacting humanity today. Prominent mentors will help you develop your seed idea and bring your pitch to life.
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Learn from highly experienced facilitators
Develop your confidence with franked.io, an experienced team dedicated to educating the next generation of changemakers. Franked.io is an AFR Higher Education Awards Employability Finalist.
About the program
22 July – 3 August 2023
in person and online
To participate, you must be enrolled as a UTS student. You must also able to:
- attend one orientation session – 1 hour
- attend summits (with an optional masterclass) over two Saturday afternoons – 6-7 hours total
- attend the final pitch night – 3 hours
- participate in meetings and tasks - 10 hours
Application closing date: Sunday 25 June 11:59pm (AEST)
Lewis George (Indonesia)
Faculty of Science
"Participating in INTERCHANGE was one of the best decisions I made. Although our team did not win, I have more understanding and have become a better person, team player and leader."
What you will gain on completion?
- Professional employability skills
- Valuable industry contacts and networks
- Personal confidence and leadership skills
- Certificate of completion
- 20 elective points towards the UTS BUILD Program
Examples of past projects
- Cuppa Grounds – reducing food waste
- Food for All – addressing food waste
- Coulomb – supporting the use of electric cars through a charging station app
- OZistant – supporting new international students and immigrants to Australia
- Rafiki – creating belonging and community in a COVID world
More information for participants on the INTERCHANGE website
Binti Gurung (Nepal)
Faculty of Science
“One of my best experiences in BUILD was INTERCHANGE. Meeting new people from different universities, cultures and nations gave me a broad vision of life. Every session was full of knowledge, new ideas, and hard work.”
Our partners
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OTHER Participating INSTITUTIONS
Central Queensland University
My Skills
Southern Cross University
TAFE NSW
Torrens University
University of Sydney
Western Sydney University -
Facilitator
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Sponsor
The University of Technology Sydney (UTS) participation is coordinated by UTS BUILD, a global leadership program preparing students to become global leaders and active global citizens. BUILD provides opportunities for UTS students to explore global issues, develop a global mindset and build the professional skills needed for a truly international career that delivers positive social impact in the world.
