About My Career Doctor
Meet Wasim El-Haj
Founded by Wasim El-Haj, My Career Doctor began as a blog site in 2018 and has evolved into a comprehensive career guidance service. Combining over 15 years of education experience with more than a decade of specialised careers advising expertise, the service spans experience from academically-selective schools to leading universities.
Experience Summary
Wasim brings a unique combination of classroom and career guidance experience to his practice. Since 2004, he has been tutoring mathematics and science, transitioning to teaching in 2008, and specialising as a Careers Adviser since 2015.
His career guidance experience spans diverse educational settings, from supporting high-achieving gifted and talented students at academically-selective schools to working with adults navigating career transitions at university level. For seven years (2018-2025), Wasim served as a careers adviser at Sydney Girls High School, one of Australia’s top schools, where he championed supporting young women in their journey to success.
At the University of Sydney, Wasim has dedicated several years to supporting migrants and refugees with international qualifications, helping them enter the Australian workforce or continue their education. His expertise covers the full spectrum of career guidance, from assisting students with apprenticeships and subject selection to preparing applications for medicine and other highly sought-after fields.
International Applications Support
Wasim has extensive experience supporting students preparing for international colleges and universities from Year 9 onwards. His guidance encompasses the full spectrum of international applications, including SAT and ACT preparation suggestions, identifying Ivy League college requirements, and navigating various scholarship opportunities including NCAA sporting scholarships.
His expertise extends to preparing students for Oxford interviews and understanding the specific requirements of prestigious international institutions. Between 2018 and 2024, students Wasim has supported have successfully gained admission to some of the world’s most renowned universities, including Oxford, Cambridge, Harvard, Stanford, Princeton, and other leading institutions.
Wasim’s international experience is not limited to Western universities. He also has experience supporting students with applications to Korean, Japanese, and Chinese universities, providing truly comprehensive global education guidance.
Leadership
Beyond individual career counselling, Wasim has demonstrated exceptional leadership within the careers guidance profession. For five years, he led a careers adviser network that spanned across New South Wales, providing professional development and strategic guidance to colleagues throughout the state.
His commitment to developing the next generation of career professionals is evident through his extensive mentoring work, where he has guided many new careers advisers as they entered the profession. This leadership role has allowed him to shape best practices and contribute to the professional standards across the careers guidance sector.
This leadership experience ensures that Wasim brings not only individual expertise but also a deep understanding of industry trends, professional development, and the evolving landscape of career guidance to every client interaction.
Award-Winning Excellence
Recognised for outstanding contributions to career development and excellence in supporting students across diverse educational settings.
More Information
In 2024, Wasim was honored with the prestigious Careers Adviser of the Year award by the NSW Careers Advisers Association of NSW & ACT, a recognition that highlights his exceptional dedication to transforming students’ and adults’ career trajectories. This award is particularly significant as it represents peer recognition from fellow professionals across New South Wales and the Australian Capital Territory—acknowledging not just individual achievement, but a sustained commitment to excellence in career counselling.
The award recognizes Wasim’s innovative approach to career guidance, his success in helping students gain admission to world-leading institutions including Oxford, Cambridge, and Ivy League universities, and his unwavering support for diverse communities. From working with high-achieving students at Sydney Girls High School to supporting migrants and refugees in their career transitions, Wasim’s impact extends far beyond traditional career counselling.
This recognition validates nearly a decade of dedicated service and positions Wasim among the most trusted career advisers in Australia. It reflects his ability to navigate the increasingly complex landscape of modern career pathways, from traditional university routes to emerging opportunities in apprenticeships and international education.
Contact Information
Whether you’re seeking guidance on subject selection, university applications, or career transitions, expert help is just a call or email away.
0494 190 689
info@adviseme.com.au
Sydney, Australia
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