Job Application Challenge

Registrations for the Job Application Challenge are now open. Register below to receive more information and the full resource pack in November.

Gain Real World Job Search Experience

Looking to enter the job market soon? Join the Job Application challenge and gain real world job search experience and feedback from career development coaches. 

The Job Application Challenge is a guided simulation that mirrors the complete job application journey. It provides tools to create a standout CV and cover letter for the jobs you want to target when you leave university, with personalised video feedback on your CV and cover letter.

Registrations are open now!

How Does it Work?

1. Register via the form below.

2. In November you will receive your information pack email that includes:
– Online CV Writing course 
– Online Personal Value Proposition course 
– Specialist CV Template (for target job title)
– Link to target job title mock job ad.
– Instructional video and guide on how to prepare job application.

3. Submit your application to a ‘mock’ job ad including your:
– New CV
– New cover letter

4. Receive feedback* on your application from career professionals which includes:
8-10 minute personalised video recording job application suitability, with improvement suggestions.

*limited to first 50 applications received

Learning outcomes 

Includes

  • End to end job application process administered by career development coaches.

  • Specialist CV Template for the student’s target job title.

  • Online CV Writing course worth $299 (21 lessons, 7 videos and 5 activity milestones).

  • Online Personal Value Proposition course worth $299.

  • Cover letter template with cover letter writing instructions.

  • Instructional video and guide on how to understand and respond to job ads.

  • 8-10 minute personalised video recording on each applicant’s CV and cover letter suitability, with improvement suggestions.
Outcomes

  • Read and understand job ads and selection criteria

  • Apply for jobs successfully

  • Prepare a CV which gets past ATS and wins interviews

  • Write standout cover letters and selection criteria

  • Understand how recruiters assess job applications

How it works

  • You can register for the Job Application Program via the form below from 2 June.
  • You will receive occasional email reminders before the applications open.
  • When applications open you will be emailed by our job application expert Sean Croon with an information pack.
  • The applications for the ‘jobs’ open Monday 24th November 2025 (this is when you can send your CV and cover letter).
  • The Applications for ‘jobs’ close 6pm on Monday 8th December 2025.
  • Applicants to receive personalised video feedback on their application by Monday 15th December (limited to first 50 applications)
Which jobs can you apply for?

You’ll have a variety of job opportunities to explore and “apply” for. If none of these align with your preferences, simply choose ‘Other.’ It’s important to note that while these positions aren’t real, our application process provides a realistic experience.

1. Research Assistant 6. Consultant
2. IT Engineer 7. Construction Engineer
3. Project Manager / Officer 8. Accountant / Auditor
4. Analyst 9. Marketer
5. HR Assistant 10. Other (General Graduate Program)

 

Registrations opening soon.

Registrations for the Job Application Challenge will open at 9am on 2 June