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Volunteer and connect with your community 

Study NSW has partnered with Communiteer to deliver programs and support services for international students across NSW. Volunteering is a way to explore your values, develop  customer service and interpersonal skills, and meet people in your local community.

Volunteer applications are now open to greet students at the Study NSW International Student Welcome Desks at Sydney and Newcastle airports. 

International Student Sentiment Survey now open

Complete the Study Australia International Student Sentiment Survey for your chance to win one of 10 e-gift cards worth AU$100! The survey closes on 6 December 2024. 

This is the seventh survey in a series which started in July 2020. We welcome your feedback, whether you are studying on campus in Australia, with an Australian institution online or at a campus nearer to home.

Your feedback will contribute to improving the experience of international students. 

Apply for the Study Australia Industry Experience Program 

The Study Australia Industry Experience program brings together international and domestic tertiary student teams from across Australian institutions to work on real industry projects with Australian and global employers for a two-week period. Expressions of interest close on Friday 13 December 2024.

Launch your career with NSW Jobs Connect Industry Program 

The NSW Jobs Connect Industry Experience Program is a 4-week industry experience opportunity for NSW-based international students in their final year of study. It will enhance your employability skills and launches global careers through genuine industry experience.

New laws strengthen protections for temporary visa holders reporting exploitation

The Australian Government recognises that some temporary visa holders fear having their visa canceled if they report workplace exploitation or support an investigation into their employer.

To address this, the government introduced new laws on 1 July 2024 to strengthen reporting protections, empowering temporary visa holders to report exploitation early and resolve workplace issues with confidence.

How the Tuition Protection Scheme supports students affected by course disruptions

The Tuition Protection Scheme assists international students on student visas whose education and training institutions are unable to fully deliver their course of study. This may include situations such as institutional closure, failure to start a course in which students are enrolled, or discontinuation of a course part-way through.

How to use AI tools like ChatGPT responsibly in your studies

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools offer many benefits, especially if you are studying in a second or third language. These tools can be helpful for understanding course materials, generating ideas and fixing grammar mistakes.

However, when you study an Australian course, you need to be careful how you use AI, or you could be penalised for academic misconduct, such as plagiarism.

Nixon Cheung: From international student to Head of Commercial and Brand at Hong Kong Tramways 

Nixon Cheung, a University of Sydney graduate, is now the Head of Commercial and Brand for Hong Kong Tramways, overseeing marketing and commercial operations for the world’s largest double-decker tram fleet.

Reflecting on his time studying in Australia, Nixon credits his education with helping him reach his career milestones, including his recent nomination as General Manager for one of the company’s subsidiaries.

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