Careers News
Be curious and involved in the world around you
Wasn’t it great to see Will Callaghan being carried off Mt. Disappointment? Having spoken to many year 12s over recent weeks about a plethora of future career opportunities, it got me thinking about a couple of things:
Firstly, all the varied roles which came together for the search. The air wing – flight crew and ground crew that plan jobs, maintain aircraft, check weather, invent and maintain state of the art tracking equipment… The emergency services on the ground (and all their support), the people who map terrain, those who build and maintain walking tracks/signage/restrooms, the people who set up on site equipment, those who provide food and supplies, specialist groups such as Amaze who support a better future for autism, the journalists reporting on the event (and all their support crew), the paramedics and hospital workers. The list is endless!!
Secondly, the role of volunteers. It was a volunteer who found Will eventually, and it reminded me of the huge role that volunteers play in our workforce. When we volunteer we may not be paid with money, but often we gain so much from the experiences that volunteering provides. I have had many volunteer roles over the years, from simply assisting at a fundraising event to driving a CFA tanker and attending fires with my local brigade. Volunteering is an amazing way to build your knowledge and skills, and create whole new networks of interesting people. Volunteering can be a terrific way to get a better feel for careers you might be interested in.
So I guess the message is that when you are observing the world around you, think about all the varied job roles that are out there, whether they be paid or volunteer. Ask people about what they do – be curious and involved in the world around you!
Term 2 has certainly been a bumpy road, full of twists and turns. Every day seems to throw up a new challenge (or 3!!), and it’s been an absolute privilege to work with such amazing colleagues, students and the NHS school community through these trying times.
Term three is the busiest for careers, so you will likely to be hearing plenty from me over the next 12 weeks or so. Wishing everyone a safe and restful break!
Swinburne announce early entry 'No ATAR' offers scheme for 2021
Swinburne University have announced their 2021 Early Entry Program. This applies to many course offerings at Swinburne, and students could receive an early offer – based on school recommendation and meeting the required prerequisites for the course. This means that ATAR is not required, although subject scores will be considered where appropriate. Swinburne have also dropped their English score requirement from 25 to 20 for 2021 entry. You can submit applications from early August, but there is some preparation to do first! For more information on the program - head here
Digital Apprenticeships in Canberra 2021
The Australian Government Digital Apprenticeship Program is for people looking for a career change or finishing year 12. You will get to work with digital technologies and solve problems for things that matter, and no degree is necessary.
The Digital Apprenticeship Program is for Australian citizens who are passionate about digital technology and are interested in digital technology and solving problems.
There are many different digital and technical roles within government agencies, and these roles support the core functions of each agency and are always changing.
Apprenticeship locations vary each year and often at locations all over the country. For 2021, the majority of positions will be for Canberra, and positions outside of Canberra will depend on agency demand and workforce requirements.
Apprentices work full time and get to complete a Certificate IV or Diploma in a digital or technology-related field. It is also all paid for by the apprentice’s government employer. Applications have opened and will close on Monday 29 June 2020. To find out more visit 2021 Australian Government Digital Apprenticeship Program
To apply click on APPLY
Commercial Law at Swinburne
Focused on commercial law, with a distinct emphasis on intellectual property, technology, and innovation, this course offers students a unique degree that stresses practical skills and real-world experience. Students complete law-related professional experience placements at organisations in Australia or overseas. Students are also introduced to the practical aspects of legal practice through moot court scenarios and advocacy exercises. The Swinburne Bachelor of Laws program is fully accredited by the Council of Legal Education in Victoria and offers students the option of a single degree or combined program with arts, science, business, or engineering. The VCE prerequisites are Units 3 and 4 – a study score of at least 30 in EAL or 25 in any English other than EAL. To find out more visit Bachelor of Lawsudy-on-campus/get-early-entry