Careers

Virtual Reality Work Experiences

VCE-VM students had an opportunity to preview a variety of work environments and industries using a revolutionary new careers education platform, VICE VR.

Virtual Realty Work Experience offers students a unique opportunity to virtually step into various industries, providing an immersive preview of different professional environments. Students build work readiness skills and build aspirations into priority industries.

With access to 12 interactive workplaces, students were able to actively engage in simulations, gaining hands-on experience and practical insights into specific job roles, tasks, and responsibilities. Industries include the Health sector, Transport and Logistics, Agriculture and Community Services.

M80 Big Build Excursion

Year 11 VCE-VM students were invited to take part in a Big Build Industry Experience which focused on the M80 Ring Road Upgrade.

The program provided students with valuable insights into how major infrastructure projects are designed and delivered, with a strong emphasis on sustainability initiatives in construction.

Students toured the main site and met with key staff, gaining firsthand knowledge of the engineering, design, and sustainability aspects of a major infrastructure project, while also exploring potential pathways in STEM-related careers.

Students also visited various smaller key sites and met with the staff overseeing the project, it was a wonderful networking opportunity.

Students designed and built their own bridges, in small groups, using recyclable materials understanding the importance of a sound design, safety factors, aesthetics and cost.

EHS partnered with RMIT and M80 Big Build to make this experience possible for our students.

Year 9 Real Industry Job Interviews (RIJI)

Real Industry Job Interviews (RIJI) is a work readiness program that assists Year 9 students in developing important job search, resume writing and interviewing skills. The program is delivered in Involve classes as part of careers curriculum through a series of guided lesson plans.

In Term 3, students applied for a 'mock' job from a list of job descriptions, created a resume and cover letter.In Term 4, students experienced a 'mock' job interview which involved a face-to-face interview with a volunteer employer/industry expert.

Students were understandably nervous before their interviews however conducted themselves impeccably. I received many compliments from employers on how personable and lovely our students are, many stated they would certainly employ EHS students. They should feel extremely proud.

Interviewers provided each student with feedback which will be distributed this week.

RIJI is a fabulous program allowing students to further develop important interview and communication skills. EHS work in collaboration with the Banyule Nillumbik Local Learning and Employment Network to provide this experience for students.

FELICIA PELLEGRINO, Careers / Pathway Coordinator