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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

  • INTERCHANGE is open to domestic and international students.

    There are face-to-face and online sessions!

  • You don't need any experience with entrepreneurship to join.

    INTERCHANGE will help you become work-ready and start-up savvy.

  • Application closing date:

    Sunday 25 June, 11:59pm (AEST)

Get start-up savvy. Join INTERCHANGE!

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INTERCHANGE 2022 is almost here! 

Mario Johan Hartono, Master of Media Practice & Industry and INTERCHANGE 2021 participant: At INTERCHANGE, we are trying to compose ideas from many different people 

that we just met at that occasion. What I learned from INTERCHANGE is that my team progress is my responsibility. Taking care of my surroundings and making them feel comfortable to work in our team is actually my responsibility too. 

Sheng Yang Lee, Master of Cybersecurity and INTERCHANGE 2021 participant: I gained a lot of entrepreneurship skill sets which applies to my current semester, Technology Innovation Management. I learnt soft skill sets like leadership skill sets, communications, and public speaking skill sets. On top of that, due to all the hard work that I made, I was also the best team member in the INTERCHANGE 2021. 

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Sheng Yang: I highly recommend people to join this workshop because I mean, it's not just gaining some of the entrepreneurship skill set, but also get to know other people throughout other universities, not just UTS.  

Mario: I'd never knew many great people there, giving a really good mentorship if I didn't join INTERCHANGE at that time. So, it's a really great experience. 

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For me who experienced it virtually, it already has been a great experience. So, I can imagine if you can do it physically, it will be like more fun and has a better dynamic. I'm really excited to see our batch of INTERCHANGE with their really amazing ideas. 

Sheng Yang: I hope to see all of you enjoying this program. Thank you very much.  

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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.

  • 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.

  • 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)

Apply now


 

Group of students working together at UTS

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."

 

INTERCHANGE alum George Lewis
Group of students discussing in lecture hall

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
Group photo with winners of INTERCHANGE competition

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.”

 

Interchange alum Binti Gurung

Our partners

  • OTHER Participating INSTITUTIONS

    Central Queensland University
    My Skills
    Southern Cross University
    TAFE NSW
    Torrens University
    University of Sydney
    Western Sydney University

  • Facilitator

    franked.io

  • Sponsor 

    Logos of INTERCHANGE sponsors

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.

 

Ready to join?

Apply now

Contact details for UTS applicants

build@UTS.EDU.AU