The Hub

A round-up of the latest news and events, just for current UQ law students.

Do you have something law-related to share with your peers? Submit it here.

Tips for clerkship and internship applications

Penultimate and final-year students, sign up now for UQ BEL Careers and Employability’s first event of the year, "Tips & Tricks from EY, PwC, Deloitte, KPMG, BDO and MinterEllison".

Study opportunities

UQ Carbon Literacy Program | Courses available each month

Ongoing study opportunities

Online Internships available to law students:

Kennedys - Various
Ashurst - Commercial Law
LEOCussen - Criminal Law
Pinsent Masons - Various
Linklates (Hong Kong) - Commercial Law
King & Wood Mallesons (China) - Commercial Law
White & Case (UK) - Various

Supporting information

How to get involved at UQ | Read the blog by law students Abinaya Ketheeswaran and Melanie Karibasic. Read now.
Raise the bar guide | Learn about the competitions UQLS organise each year, and how to get involved. Read now.
Education Guide from UQLS | For more information about study spaces, borrowing at the library, scholarships and more. Read now.

Careers and Employability

Employability jobs

Graduate Lawyer - Clifford Gouldson Lawyers | 25 Jan
2023 Graduate Program - Tax and Legal (KPMG) | 28 Jan
Content Writer - Sprintlaw Pty Ltd | 29 Jan
Casual Research Assistant (The Law and the Future of War Research Group) | 7 Feb
Law Clerk Laurie Watling Solicitor | 15 Feb
Personal Assistant in Business Advisory team (Bennett & Philp Lawyers) | 25 Feb
Law Clerk - Rouse Lawyers (Casual) | 28 Feb
Legal Secretary - Rouse Lawyers (Full time) | 28 Feb
Legal Secretary - Rouse Lawyers (Part time) | 28 Feb
Graduate Lawyer - Hazelbrooke Legal | 7 Mar
2022 International Internship Program - Brisbane City Council | Applications open
Research assistant register | the School establishes a register of law students currently studying in their 3rd year and onwards who would like to act as a Research Assistant for academic staff within the school.

Not all opportunities are displayed here. Visit StudentHub for more job opportunities here.

Employability events

Book in with a BEL Career Advisor | Tuesday and Thursday sessions

Resources

Explore an abundance of stories on UQ's Careers Directory. Search and read more stories here.

Events

Life & wellbeing

Vaccination requirements for UQ

Please note, from 14 February 2022, anyone attending UQ campuses, sites or facilities must be fully vaccinated – with an approved TGA vaccine – against COVID-19. Please visit the UQ Community Covid-19 advice page for more information about this and exemptions. All questions should be directed to student.services@uq.edu.au or call one of the below numbers.

International phone: +61 (07) 3365 1704

Australia toll-free: 1800 512 391

In need of a chat? Check in with Dony

Whether it's a coffee catch up at Merlo or a check in via Zoom, your Law Student Support and Wellness Officer Dony is here for you. Whether you're looking for opportunities to get to know your peers, additional study support or an avenue to improve your mental health and wellbeing, we encourage you to reach out to Dony when you need it. Find out more here.

UQ Life Summer in Queensland Program (ends 11 February)

Due to popular demand, we are once again creating an exciting, fun and enriching summer break program for students who are unable to spend the holidays at home. Register your interest to stay up to date with all Summer in Queensland information.

Ongoing support resources

Law FAQ resource | Don't forget to regularly check the Law FAQ resource online. Updated regularly, we encourage you to check back, or anonymously submit any questions or queries you might have. Learn more.
Peer writing assistance for international students (Law specific) | Stay tuned for updated appointment times. Learn more.
International UQ Law Students Facebook Group | Join Now.
UQ Experience Research Panel | Find out what's involved or sign-up here.
First-year checklist | Are you new to UQ Law? Download a copy of your checklist now. View now.
UQLS first-year guide | Check out the new first-year guide containing 20+ pages of advice from students. Download now.

Community

[Listen] Law and the Future of War: Australia in space

In this episode, Dr Simon McKenzie talks with Dr Tristan Moss about history of Australia in Space. They discuss the history of Australia in space, starting with its beginnings in a rocket range in Woomera in the 1960s to the recent founding of the Australian Space Agency. They discuss the patchy approach that Australia has taken to space exploitation, and put it into a broader perspective.

[Read] Q&A with UQ Alumnus

Late last October students with UQ's Justice and the Law Society caught up with 2020 graduate, Rachel Tomassen. Currently working as an Associate at the District Court of Queensland, Rachel reflects on the memories formed at UQ, as well as advice she would give to current students. Check it out now.

Other community opportunities

UQ Green Ambassador Program | Join here.
UQLS Tutoring Directory - students looking for tutors | Register here.
UQLS Tutoring Directory - tutors looking to offer their services | Register here.
UQLS Study Group Directory - students looking to form study groups with other students | Register here.
YHC Lawyers & UQLS Buddy Program | Sign up for a buddy now.
Transgender Visibility | UQ is proud of our trans students, staff, and alumni, and the path they have taken – or are taking – to become their true selves. Read their stories now.

Passion, purpose and a pro bono commitment

Published on: 27 September 2021

Recent Queensland police data points to a steady rise in reporting of domestic and family violence, and the UQ Pro Bono Centre is at the frontline of law reform in this area.
Dr Mark Deng: From tree leaves to UQ Law

Published on: 22 June 2021

Dr Mark Deng has travelled a long road – from his childhood home in war-torn South Sudan, through refugee camps, and finally, to Australia – to arrive at his current position at the TC Beirne School of Law.
Outstanding student achievement lauded at 2021 UQ Law Awards

Published on: 3 June 2021

Students, their family and friends, staff, special guests and members of the profession came together to celebrate the 2021 UQ Law Awards.