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Guiding light for careers

Students at the University of Hong Kong (HKU) benefit from a comprehensive programme of career advice and assistance in finding jobs. The careers and placement service, part of the Centre of Development and Resources for Students, comprises 22 full-time staff, headed by director Herman Chan Ping-kong.

Career guidance is structured through workshops, faculty-specific advice and one-on-one guidance. Workshops on preparing a resume and writing job-application letters are held regularly, along with interview seminars that end with group discussions. There are two workshops open to all students - one with a general focus, and another that is more industry-specific.

More tightly focused careers advice is offered at five of the university's biggest faculties.

Students seeking personal career guidance can receive one-on-one advice by registering at the careers centre by e-mail or in perso