Physics Careers & Industry Night

Wondering what's next? From scaling quantum supercomputers and launching space missions, to quantitative finance and driving clean energy, physics is one of the most versatile and future-proof degrees out there. Whether you're looking for internships, hunting for graduate roles, or just curious about life after university, join us at Melbourne Connect (University of Melbourne) for a FREE evening of networking, career exploration and industry insights. What's On • Keynote Speaker: Kick off the night with an inspiring talk on navigating the journey between research and industry. • Expo Hall, Networking & Food: Enjoy complimentary refreshments and walk through an interactive expo featuring government organisations, non-profits, research institutes, and corporate partners. • Opportunities Board: Browse a job and study board highlighting current graduate positions, summer research, internships, and further study options. • Stamp Rally & Prizes: Collect stamps as you chat with different exhibitors across various fields to win tickets to the Melbourne Planetarium, exclusively designed astro-themed keychains & more! What's different? The 2026 Physics Careers & Industry Night marks an exciting collaboration between six leading academic and student organisations: • Physics Students' Society (PSS) – University of Melbourne • Swinburne Physics and Outer-Space Club (SPOC) – Swinburne University of Technology • Society for Astronomy at Melbourne University (SAMU) – University of Melbourne • La Trobe Physics Society – La Trobe University • Physics Student Association – RMIT University • Australian Institute of Physics With an unprecedented network of students across physics, mathematical physics, astrophysics, data science, and engineering, this night is designed to connect you directly with representatives across Australian research, industry, government, and future technologies. – This event is proudly hosted at the University of Melbourne and supported by the Student Services and Amenities Fee Grant at The University of Melbourne.