What AI Can’t Tell You About Your Future Career

AI can help you prepare, but journalism helps you stay ahead.

This article is presented in partnership with News Corp Australia.

For many students, thinking about future careers starts long before graduation.

In an era where GenAI tools are only a click away, it's easier than ever to use them when researching industries and exploring possible career paths. But when it comes to making important decisions about your future, understanding where that information comes from matters.

GenAI can quickly summarise information, explain concepts and help organise your research.  Meanwhile, professional journalism can provide original reporting, expert analysis and real-world insight that can help students make more informed career decisions.

Rather than replacing journalism, GenAI can work alongside trusted news sources to help you stay informed and prepared for what's next.

GenAI has become a go-to tool for students.

It's no surprise that GenAI has become a regular part of student life. In fact, this case study found 78.9% of Australian students have recently used GenAI.

Some universities, including Monash University, allow GenAI use in certain assignments, rules depending, to ensure students are keeping up with changes in technology. 

Students are also using GenAI as a study and productivity tool, with research showing that most students are comfortable using it during the planning stages of an assignment, as well as for reviewing and refining drafts.

When a study tool is part of your routine, it can feel logical to also use it during career planning, applying for jobs and researching industries. But while GenAI can help students gather information quickly, some aspects of career planning benefit from staying connected to current reporting and industry conversations.

When staying informed matters most.

There are key aspects that are important for students to be aware of when planning their future careers. These include:

• HECS changes, student policies and government decisions.
• How industries are evolving and where new opportunities are emerging.
• What employers, businesses and industry leaders are discussing right now.

Consistently keeping up with news and industry developments can be challenging alongside study, work and other commitments. Having easy access to trusted reporting can be valuable for students preparing for their future careers.

One way to stay connected is through the News Student Subscription, which gives eligible students access to reporting across major Australian news publications. 

How staying informed can give you a career advantage. 

Overall, staying informed can help students build a broader understanding of the world they'll be entering after graduation.

he News Student Subscription, includes access to publications such as the Herald Sun, The Daily Telegraph, The Courier-Mail and The Advertiser.

Together, these publications cover a broad range of topics including education, business, health and sport, helping students stay informed about issues that may influence their studies, future careers and everyday lives.

What's included in your student subscription.

The News Student Subscription gives students full app and web access to 11 news sites (excluding The Australian). Alongside coverage of major Australian news, business and education stories, the subscription also includes health news, practical wellbeing advice and daily puzzles.The better informed you are today, the easier it can be to identify opportunities and make confident decisions about your future.

Subscribe to the Herald Sun, The Daily Telegraph, The Courier-Mail or The Advertiser today for $50 per year for the first three years. After that, your subscription will automatically renew at $35 per month.

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