Careers 

Job Opportunities

Full time printing apprenticeship with Bob Yeates. Please contact Bob on 0407 521 117 or email news@eastvicmedia.com.au for further information or to express your interest. 

School Based Traineeship Opportunity

A local farming business based in Fernbank is looking to employ a School Based Agricultural Trainee. You will receive ongoing mentoring whilst learning on-the-job and undertaking a 'Certificate III in Agriculture'. 

Candidate requirements:

• Show an interest in cropping/harvesting, and maintenance work.
• To be physically fit and enjoy practical outdoor work.
• Honest, reliable and responsible.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to commit to work and study.

For more information contact Vanessa Chapman on 0477 164 630 or contact the Senior Hub Careers office.

Events

Charles Sturt University - Explore Days - 5th - 26th March 2024

Are you in Year 10, 11 or 12? Then Explore Day is your chance to check out what life at Charles Sturt University is like. Keen to check out where you’ll be staying? Take a look at the accommodation and tour the campus, chat with students and get the lowdown from lecturers. There’s even a free lunch and a swag bag of goodies. But the best bit about Explore Day? It’s all about you! Pick which interactive session/s interests you, book your spot and then get set for some hands-on learning – and a whole lot of fun. Each of the Explore Day campuses will run different sessions on everything from arts to vet science, so there’s lots for you to explore. 

Explore day - Study (csu.edu.au)

Please note this is not a Bairnsdale Secondary College event.

Australian National University, Canberra - Open Day - Saturday 16th March 2024

ANU Open Day is an annual event for prospective students and their families to explore the University. You can tour the campus, attend information sessions and talk to staff about degrees. Chat with current students, too. Open Day is your chance to find your place at ANU.  

ANU Open Day - ANU

Please note this is not a Bairnsdale Secondary College event.

Victoria Police Academy, Glen Waverley - Saturday 16th March 2024

This event is the first of its kind and will be a fantastic experience for any student considering a career with Victoria Police. The Expo will include a tour of the grounds, and multiple interactive experiences that will help attendees gain insight into what life at the Victoria Police Academy would be like. 

Please note this is not a Bairnsdale Secondary College event.

Collarts Creative Course & Careers Expo

This year, Collarts are launching the CREATIVE COURSE & CAREERS EXPO, a three-day evening experience so you can discover their courses outside of work and school hours.

From Tuesday 19th to Thursday 21st March, you can:

→ TOUR CAMPUSES: each day, a different campus will be open for you to explore

→ MEET OUR COMMUNITY: chat one-on-one with experienced lecturers, current students + successful alumni

→ DISCOVER CAREERS: learn how to upskill in your current career or change directions

→ FIND FLEXIBILITY: uncover our different delivery modes to find the one that suits you

→ STAY FULL: free snacks and beverages provided

Course and Career Expo (collarts.edu.au)

Australian Institute of Music (AIM) - School Holiday Workshops

 - AIM – Music Theatre

April 8 to 9, 2024

AIM’s holiday workshop is designed for high school students interested in Music Theatre. Created for students in Years 9-12, the two-day Music Theatre workshops provide incredible opportunities to experience performing and being mentored by AIM’s own accomplished industry professionals.

Music Theatre Workshop | MELB Campus | 8/9 April (aim.edu.au)

 - AIM – Performance & Songwriting

April 11, 2024

AIM’s new school 2-Day Holiday Workshop is designed for high school students interested in music performance & songwriting. Created for students in Years 9-12, this 2-day music workshop provides incredible opportunities to experience playing, writing, and performing music, mentored by AIM’s own accomplished musicians and educators.

School Holiday Workshop - Performance & Songwriting | MELB (aim.edu.au)

Academy of Interactive Entertainment (AIE) - Industry Experience Day – School Holiday Program - 11th April 2024

AIE’s Industry Experience Day is a great opportunity for students in Years 10, 11 and 12 to learn about local and international game development, 3D animation and visual effects industries. Students will get the opportunity to learn about the different pathways into the industry and what should be in a portfolio. You will be able to get creative in practical workshops using industry-standard 3D animation and game development tools. The sessions are run by industry professionals who have worked on some blockbuster games and films. Everything is provided for you to participate in the hands-on workshops, and you will be using the same software that is used in the industry.

Industry Experience Day | Academy of Interactive Entertainment (AIE)

Australian Catholic University (ACU) Ballarat - School Holiday Programs - April 12th

Free events tailored to your study areas of interest; these sessions will give you an insight into life as a university student. Take part in hands-on workshops, tour the facilities and hear from current students about a rewarding career in the following areas: 

 - Discover Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy at ACU Ballarat

Discover OccupationalTherapy and Physiotherapy at ACU Ballarat

 - Discover Nursing and Paramedicine at ACU Ballarat

Discover Nursing and Paramedicine at ACU Ballarat

 - Discover Education and Arts at ACU Ballarat

Discover Education and Arts at ACU Ballarat

Medicine and Dentistry - University Clinical Aptitude Test (UCAT) 

Do you want to study Medicine or Dentistry? The UCAT test is a compulsory entry requirement for many Australian Universities. The UCAT test is a 2-hour, multiple choice, computer-based test. It consists of 5 separately timed subjects which assess a range of abilities identified by university medical and dental schools as important. 

Work Experience

Work Experience (WE)/Structured Workplace learning (SWL)/School Based Apprenticeships/Traineeships (SBAT)

Work experience is available to students that are 15 years old+. 

SWL is available to students doing a VET Course in their VCE/VM Pathway. 

SBAT’s are available to Year 10-12 students through our Headstart Program (Aaron Patten) by application and availability only. 

Work Experience Opportunities

Please ensure you have considered the travel time and distance to and from your home as well as accommodation BEFORE you apply for any work experience placements. Please let careers know if you will be applying for any opportunities listed.

CFA District Mechanical Officer - Work Experience (15+)

East Gippsland Shire Council - Work Experience (15+)

East Gippsland Shire Council (EGSC) would like to extend an offer to students during 2024 to attend their workplace and obtain a career/learning opportunity via the Work Experience/Work Placement Program.

The easiest and most efficient way for EGSC to process any application requests is for the students to complete an application form and return it to hrtraining@egipps.vic.gov.au

They will then advise within one week, whether the business unit has capacity to accept the applicant.

Tata Consultancy Services' (TCS) - goIT Girls (Female students, years 10 and 11, 15+)

goIT Girls work experience program is challenging stereotypes and inspiring women in STEM. The week-long program will have students learn all about the growing number of jobs available in fields of STEM as problem solvers and technology professionals. Participants will have the opportunity to meet with and be mentored by inspiring senior executives from the tech industry. They are empowering students in Australia and New Zealand with the skills they need to be ready for the workplace of the future. The aim is to provide insight into the technology industry and challenge gender as well as occupational stereotypes.

Melbourne – 13 May – 16 May

Melbourne – 21 October – 24 October

Registrations now open - Goit (tcsapps.com)

Australian Signals Directorate (ASD) (Cyber Security and Robotics) – Work Experience (year 11 & 12 students)

The ASD work experience program is for Year 11–12 students at the Australian Cyber Security Centre. The program focuses on students who are considering further studies in a STEM-related field.

The week-long program offers you an opportunity to extend your knowledge and skills through practical challenges.

Students who enjoy discovering how technology works are considered favourably over those who use technology.

All placements are in Canberra. Students from interstate are encouraged to apply. Interstate students will receive assistance with travel (transportation) costs. Interstate students are responsible for their own accommodation.

Upcoming work experience program dates:

Session 1: 8 April 2024 – 12 April 2024 

Session 2: 15 April 2024 – 19 April 2024  

Applications are now open and will close on Sunday 25th February at 11:30pm. For more information and to apply go to I'm starting my career | Australian Signals Directorate (asd.gov.au)

University of Melbourne (Faculty of Science) - Work Experience (year 10 students, 15+)

Dates: 24th-28th June (last week of term 2)

Program Structure

The University of Melbourne year 10 Work Experience Program provides students with a sample of activities that are part of a career in STEM including conducting experiments, attending seminars, collaborating with others on research projects, and presenting their own findings. Participants discover what it is like to be a scientist, meet like-minded friends and scientific role models, and also get a taste of university life.

The program is divided into a number of science discipline streams. Students must nominate their top three preferences as part of the application process. During the week, students will be hosted by academics working in their chosen discipline, and also spend some time interacting with students from other groups.

Applications now open and will close on 4th March. For more information and to apply go to Year 10 Work Experience (unimelb.edu.au)

Swinburne University - Work Experience (year 10-12 students, 15+)

Swinburne welcomes senior secondary students to participate in work experience at the university. These one-week placements give students the opportunity to:

• develop employability skills
• explore possible career options
• understand employer expectations
• build self-understanding, maturity, independence and self-confidence.

Their work experience programs run in the following areas: 

• Applied Mathematics (applications now closed in this area - applicants will be notified of their result in February via email)
• Astronomy and Astrophysics
• Technical Skills in Laboratory Management 

Applications for their next intake of work experience programs are now open.  They encourage early applications as there are limited places, and places are usually filled by March.  

For more info and to apply go to Work Experience | Swinburne 

Academy of Interactive Entertainment (AIE) - Work Experience (year 10-12 students, 15+)

The AIE Work Experience Program is a great way for secondary school students in years 10 to 12 to learn about the interactive entertainment and digital industries. The week will open the door to the range of career possibilities in the industry and allow students to get hands-on with the tools of the trade.

The Work Experience Program runs from 10am to 4pm over the course of a week and encompasses a range of activities including 3D animation, programming, designing and much more.

Dates available (all during school holiday periods):

- 8th-12th April

- 1st-5th July

- 8th-12th July

- 23rd-26th September

- 30th September-4th October

To register your interest now please fill out the form on the following link - Work Experience Melbourne | Academy of Interactive Entertainment (AIE)

Nangak Tamboree Wildlife Sanctuary - Work Experience (year 9 & 10 students,15+)

Nangak Tamboree Wildlife Sanctuary offers engaging Work Experience placements for students in Year 9 and Year 10. Their Work Experience Program is designed to foster new skills in young people, create an awareness and appreciation of the conservation and biodiversity management industry and demonstrate the breadth of career opportunities in environmental science, research and education.

Successful applicants may assist in the following areas of the Sanctuary:

• land management
• plant production
• education
• biodiversity
• marketing, promotion & interpretation
• office & administration
• workshops & tours

The Nangak Tamboree Wildlife Sanctuary cannot offer any opportunities to work with animals. 

Work Experience placements run for one week from Monday to Friday on pre-selected dates throughout the year. Normal working hours are from 9.30 am until 4.00 pm. As part of your placement, you will be required to undertake some structured learning activities.

There are 4 places available for each of the placement weeks. A maximum of two students can come from the same school for the same placement week.

These dates are subject to change based on other Sanctuary activities happening at the time. 

More info and how to apply here - Secondary school students, Nangak Tamboree Wildlife Sanctuary, Get involved, La Trobe University

Melbourne Symphony Orchestra (MSO) - Work Experience (15+)

MSO Work Experience offers students an opportunity for meaningful, well-rounded engagement with MSO as a major performing arts company, as well as the arts sector more broadly.

Placements are run in a group format, with a strong focus on arts administration. During their time with the MSO, students will have the opportunity to meet with musicians and staff, mix with MSO’s industry-leading artistic planning team, observe orchestral rehearsals and explore Melbourne’s arts precinct.

Most of all, students will come away from their placement with a broad understanding of the role played by the MSO – as a cornerstone of Melbourne’s rich cultural heritage – in the Victorian and Australian performing arts industries.

How to apply: MSO welcome applications by all students attending Secondary School in Victoria aged 15 years+ as of the placement date. The MSO can accept up to 30 students per placement and will hold two placements which run for three days:

• Tuesday 25 June to Thursday 27 June 2024, 10.00am-4.00pm or
• Tuesday 27 August to Thursday 29 August 2024, 10.00am-4.00pm

For more info and to apply go to Work experience | Melbourne Symphony Orchestra (mso.com.au)

Victorian Opera - Work Experience (year 10 students, 15+)

Applications for Victorian Opera’s 2024 Work Experience Program are now open. This will close Friday 19 April 2024, 5.00pm, unless places are filled prior to this date. Their Work Experience Program gives Year 10 students the chance to work with other like-minded students whilst being mentored by leading professionals in the performing arts industry. At the conclusion of the week, students present their own production plan to the Company Executive, covering design, direction, company management and budget.

The 2024 Work Experience Program will run from Monday 22 July to Friday 26 July (Week 2, Term 3), coinciding with the last week of studio rehearsals of their Grand Lyric Opera, La Rondine by Puccini.

For more information and how to apply, go to Work Experience - Victorian Opera

Walter and Eliza Hall Institute (WEHI) of Medical Research (Year 10 students, 15+)

Under WEHI'S Secondary School Work Experience Program, students will have a unique opportunity to learn about careers in medical research by participating in a five-day program of research activities with their scientific teams. The program will give students direct experience working in medical research. As well as hands-on experience in the lab, the program also includes group workshops devoted to laboratory skills and safety, research ethics and science communication. Up to 24 students will be selected for each of two week-long intakes (17-21 June 2024 and 16-20 September 2024). The program is capped at 24 students for each intake to maximise access to key lab equipment and deliver a quality learning experience. The program will take place at the WEHI Parkville Campus. 

Key dates: Applications open Monday 4 March and will close 5pm Friday 15 March. Successful student applicants notified early April.

Work experience | WEHI

Deakin University – Laboratory Science (Year 10 students, 15+)

This Program is designed for year 10 students who are interested in science, giving them an opportunity to experience laboratory science in a hands-on environment.

Program Focus – A weeklong work experience program offered to high achieving year 10 students who are passionate about science, preferable in molecular biology/cell science. Students will experience laboratory science in a hands-on and demonstrative environment. The program will include participation in micro-molecular techniques, invertebrate and vertebrate biology, chemistry practicals, tracking and mapping using GPS/GIS, ecological survey techniques and more. 

Date: 27th – 31st May, 2024

Time: 9:00am-4:30pm

Location: Melbourne Burwood Campus

Capacity: capped at 36 students (2 per school)

Applications open in March - Laboratory Science Work Experience | Deakin

Compass Newsfeeds

Student communication about careers and opportunities are updated via the Compass newsfeed pages.

Career events, excursions, apprenticeship/traineeship opportunities, guest speakers, are shared with students via these alerts, so please keep an eye out for the latest opportunities.

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