OTHER OPPORTUNITIES
AUSTRALIAN SIGNALS DIRECTORATE (ASD) CYBERSECURITY AND ROBOTICS WORK EXPERIENCE OPPORTUNITY
Monday 19 September - Friday 23 September | ASD, Canberra
The Australian Signals Directorate (ASD) is the national authority for information security. Through its Work Experience Program, ASD offers students from Years 11-12 an opportunity to extend their knowledge and skills in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM), with a focus on information/cybersecurity.
High achieving Year 10 students with a strong interest in this field are also encouraged to apply and may be considered for a placement.
The ASD Work Experience Program offers a number of challenges designed to increase STEM knowledge and understanding, such as:
- Python programming
- Identifying security intrusions on a computer system
- Identifying email compromises
- Monitoring network traffic to detect exploits
- Conducting forensic examinations of hard drives
- Exploiting web application vulnerabilities
- Learning modern encryption methods and how they are used to protect data
- Performing geospatial analysis and utilising geospatial tools for imagery analysis
- Engineering hardware and software solutions for security problems
- Robotics programming using Arduino
- Constructing electrical circuits
The Work Experience Program runs out of Canberra. Interstate students are encouraged to apply; financial assistance may be available.
Applications close on Sunday 7 August.
THE AVIATION CAREERS MENTOR PROGRAM
Thursday 30 June - Thursday 29 September | 2 hours per month | Online
The Aviation Careers Mentor Program is open for applications now! The Program is designed to help women access exciting career opportunities across the aviation industry, focuses on defining aviation career goals and building a plan to achieve these goals with the guidance of supportive women in industry.
The program runs for three months and provides you with aviation career opportunity awareness and training pathway options as well as invaluable contacts and industry insights.
Applications close on Sunday 5 June.
NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF DRAMATIC ART (NIDA) ONLINE - INTRODUCTION TO ACTING
Tuesday 31 May - Tuesday 14 June | 6:00pm - 8:00pm | Online
Join one of our Introduction to Acting workshops to be introduced to the fundamental skills of an action-based acting technique. Connect to your inner playfulness, be present in the moment and learn to create character.
This is a fully online course designed for beginners and is delivered through NIDA’s online learning management system.
SAE CREATE FOR A DAY
Saturday 2 July | 10:00am - 3:00pm | SAE Institute, Perth
SAE Institute is opening its doors this July for a one-day program, designed to expand your skills and get you working on inspiring creative projects in the fields of animation, audio, design, film, games, music production or songwriting.
Don’t miss out on your chance to experience life as an SAE student, and discover what it means to be a creative professional in state-of-the-art facilities with industry experts by your side.
During the workshop, attendees will learn valuable practical and collaborative skills to build a creative piece of work! They will also receive a certificate of participation to acknowledge the creative project they have undertaken.
SAE FILM MASTERCLASS
Tuesday 21 June | 5:00pm - 7:00pm | SAE Institute Perth
Are you an emerging filmmaker looking to break into the short film industry? Don’t miss this exclusive masterclass at SAE Perth. The Masterclass content is brought to you and presented by Flickerfest’s very own Bronwyn Kidd, Flickerfest Short Film Festival Director. Bronwyn will be joined by special guest filmmakers, who have forged successful careers within the film industry and will share their tips and advice to being successful in the Film Industry.
PERTH ZOO KEEPER CAREERS
Wednesday 13 July | 8:30am - 3:00pm | Perth Zoo
Join our keepers for a day focusing on some of Perth Zoo’s most amazing animals. See parts of the Zoo that you’ve never seen before, learn about the best job in the world and be introduced to some of our incredible residents. This program is suitable for students in Years 9 to 12.
https://perthzoo.wa.gov.au/whats-on/kids-programs/keeper-careers
WHITEHOUSE INSTITUTE OF DESIGN ILLUSTRATION AND PORTFOLIO ONLINE WORKSHOP
Saturday 4 June | 10:00am - 12:00pm | Online
This online workshop is for aspiring designers and recommended as a starting point for those wishing to develop their illustration skills and create a portfolio for application to the Bachelor of Design program. In this 2-hour workshop, you will gain an understanding of how to illustrate with marker and paper, experiment with different multimedia materials and learn techniques for presenting your creative ideas.
This workshop focuses on the following areas of skill development including:
- Illustration techniques
- Application of pencils, professional markers and felt-tip pens for professional rendering
- Brief analysis of trends and preparation of illustrations to compliment a mood board
- Exploring an individual design aesthetic
- Beginners portfolio development and learn how to present your work for application to the Bachelor of Design program.
STUDENT EXCHANGE AUSTRALIA/NEW ZEALAND ONLINE INFORMATION SESSION
Wednesday 8 June | 5:30pm | Online
The LIVE Online Information Session is conducted by a senior member of our staff. You will be able to meet our representative over a video internet connection, ask any questions and watch a presentation. Our LIVE online session will cover the following topics.
- Introduction to Student Exchange, the regulatory environment and benefits
- Program options, destinations and eligibility
- Safety and wellbeing, our support system and where you will stay
- Money matters, including available discounts and scholarships
- Deadlines and how to apply
- Why choose Student Exchange?
NATIONAL YOUTH SCIENCE FORUM (NYSF) 2023
Tuesday 10 January - Tuesday 24 January
Applications are now open for current Year 11 students who want to be a part of the National Youth Science Forum in 2023! The NYSF's Year 12 program offers an exciting range of in-person and digital science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) experiences for participants across Australia.
In 2023, students will have opportunities to:
- Participate in tours of science and technology facilities, and learn about cutting edge research
- Engage with industry partners and research providers
- Learn about university and STEM career pathways;
- Mix with other like-minded students from all over Australia
- Network with former NYSF participants to further increase understanding of STEM related study and career experiences
NYSF offers Access and Equity Scholarships to students who require additional financial assistance due to experiencing financial or other forms of disadvantage or will incur additional costs to fully participate in the Year 12 Program. Information regarding Access and Equity Scholarships, including how to apply, will be sent to successful program applicants later in the year.
Applications are open until Sunday 14 August.