Central University of Technology CUT Vacancies
The Central University of Technology (CUT) provides extensive career support to its students through its Careers Office, which is dedicated to equipping students with essential skills to succeed in the competitive labor market. Here’s an overview of the services and resources offered by the CUT Careers Office:
Services Offered by CUT Careers Office:
Job Hunting Skills: Guidance on effective job search strategies to help students find suitable employment opportunities.
Mock Interviews: Offering students the chance to improve their interview skills and gain valuable experience through simulated interviews.
Graduate Recruitment: This involves several key activities:
- Organizing on-campus company presentations and networking events to connect students with potential employers.
- Arranging an annual Career Fair on both Bloemfontein and Welkom campuses to showcase job opportunities and foster connections between students and employers.
- Distributing career and job-related information to keep students informed about various opportunities.
- Maintaining a student CV database to help match students with potential employers.
- Keeping an employer database to facilitate connections between graduates and the job market.
- Managing a careers library with electronic career resources to assist students in their job search and career planning.
Student Temporary Employment Programme (STEP): This program provides needy students with the opportunity to work on campus, gaining practical work experience.
Recognition:
In 2017, CUT’s Careers Office webpage received a MACE Merit Award, highlighting its outstanding performance in providing career support in Higher, Technical, and Vocational Education and Training.
Useful Information for Students:
The Careers Office provides resources and information to assist students from the start of their job search to the end, including support for budding entrepreneurs.
Students can find various categories of interest in the ‘More Information’ section on the Careers Office webpage.
Contact Information:
Bloemfontein Campus: +27 (0) 51 507 3911
Welkom Campus: +27 (0) 57 910 3500
Address for Correspondence: The Registrar, Central University of Technology, Free State, Private Bag X20539, Bloemfontein, 9300, Republic of South Africa.
The CUT Careers Office plays a vital role in preparing students for their future careers, offering a range of services and resources tailored to their needs. This support system is crucial in helping students navigate the job market and secure employment that aligns with their qualifications and career aspirations. For more detailed information or specific inquiries, students are encouraged to contact the Careers Office directly or visit the CUT website.
