Are you a Bachelor of Arts students looking for work or employability support? Welcome to the BA Jobs Hub! Here you will find BA-relevant work opportunities, networking events, employability resources, and practical tips all in one place.
Designed in collaboration with current BA students, this resource is here to help you find paid work, build confidence in your employable skills, and explore work opportunities connected to your degree.
Jobs on Campus
Want a job right here on campus? There are many opportunities for students on campus from retail and service roles to event support, social media, marketing, peer support and more!
UQ Union Jobs
Find a job with the UQ Union! The UQU employs students in many roles from retail and service positions to corporate roles.
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Recruitment Cycles on Campus
Don't see the opportunity you're looking for? This page gets updated periodically, so check back later for current job postings.
Recruitment periods vary depending on the job, but many units hire students during the breaks in preparation for the start of semester. If you're looking for a job on campus, check for postings before the start of a new semester, or at the end of the current semester for your best chance at securing a role!
Student tip: Jobs on campus are great for students because UQ employers understands that uni comes first. Shifts are flexible, it's conveniently located and it's a great professional development opportunity.
Industry Opportunities
There are many ways to find a job in a relevant industry as a BA student, but these are a few of our top picks to make the job search easier.
HASS Jobs Board
Did you know we have a dedicated HASS Jobs feed? This feed promotes a variety of opportunities specifically for humanities, arts and social science students.
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Student Hub
Want to do your own search? Student Hub is a great place to look! All jobs posted here have been vetted by staff to ensure employment standards are met.
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Student tip: Follow your favourite companies on LinkedIn! Lots of companies post employment opportunities to their networks.
Working during summer or winter break is a great way to earn money and gain experience without impacting your studies.
Corporate Roles
Develop your specialty whilst trying something new! Gain valuable corporate experience by engaging in a summer internship, with potential pathways to graduate roles.Many organisations offer paid internship prgrams. Check out some options below:
- KPMG Vacation Program (Currently accepting applications)
- EY Vacation Program (Applications open 20 July 2026)
- Suncorp Internship (Applications open August 2026)
- PwC Vacation Program (Applications closed)
- Deloitte Vacation Internship Program (Applications closed)
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Student Tip: Doing an internship is a great opportunity to try out the corporate world and engage in interdisciplinary work. It allows you to develop your professional skillset in your discipline whilst widening your knowledge across sectors.
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Government Roles
Interested in piloting a career in the public sector? Explore paid internships with the Australian Government! The Productivity Commission is currently recruiting summer interns for a paid 6-week placement in Melbourne or Canberra, with potential pathways to graduate roles.
Applications for summer 2027 are now open and close on 9th August 2026.
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Summer and Winter Research
Want to hone your research skills? Test out what it’s like to be a researcher by pursuing a summer or winter research project in a field of interest. Over the break you can develop career skills, build connections and boost your resume—all while receiving a stipend for your work.
Application period: 21 September - 11 October 2026.
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Grow your professional network and connect with peers, alumni, and industry professionals.
BA Employability Events
We’re offering a series of BA-specific employability events to help you learn about relevant job opportunities and network with industry professionals. Explore our upcoming events below:
Building Resilient Communities: Why Arts Graduates Matter at Suncorp
Date & Time: Thursday 20 August, 1:30-2:30pm
Suncorp is more than insurance. They help people and communities prepare for challenges, recover from adversity and build stronger futures. That's why Arts graduates have such an important role to play. Join us for a conversation with Suncorp and learn about current graduate roles open to Bachelor of Arts students.
BA Graduate Panel: Where can a BA take you?
Date & Time: Wednesday 9 September, 4-6pm
There's no single path to take with a BA degree. Hear directly from recent BA graduates across industries about the realities of starting a career, the opportunities they pursued while studying, and the practical tips they wish they'd known as students.
We're currently working on bringing you even more employability events this semester. To stay in the know, join our mailing list or email studentfutures@hass.uq.edu.au for more details.
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Career Development Workshops & Events
You can boost your employability by particpating in career events and programming such as Cuppas and Careers, Career Development Programs, and Recruitment Essentials Day!
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HASS Connect Mentoring Program
This program matches you with an industry mentor in your field of interest. You’ll have the chance to meet with them throughout the semester and get advice on how to enhance your employability now, and next steps after uni.
Express your interest for Semester 1 2027
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Student tip: This program is an incredible way to receive personalised feedback, discover career development opportunities specific to your goals, and build your network for after graduation.
School, Club and Society Events
Looking for something more niche to your study area? There are lots of industry, networking and academic opportunities promoted by clubs, societies and HASS schools.
Student tip: Head to Market Day to explore all of the clubs & socs UQ has to offer. Lots of clubs’ social media accounts have Linktrees in their bio full of upcoming events and career opportunities to explore.
Whether you’re just starting out or preparing to graduate, you’ll find tailored support here to help you achieve your professional goals.
Get Job Ready
To help you get recruitment ready, we've curated a list of modules to help you draft a stellar resume, polished cover letter, and feel confident going into your next interview.
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Want more support? Register for My Career Adviser, a self-paced guide to help you enhance employability.
Student tip: Don't know where to start or what you want to do? Don't be afraid to explore your options! Join clubs, see what your friends are up to, go to career expos and explore volunteer opportunities to test out if a career is right for you. You can also reach out to your tutors or professors about pathways to continue content you enjoy.
Featured Opportunity
Want to gain experience in government? The University Partnership Employment Program (UPEP) offers paid, casual work for university students looking to gain real-world experience in various fields of study.
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