Careers News
There are many online resources now and I have not mentioned them all here. Students (and parents) with a particular interest should contact Mrs Farrugia and I can tailor some resources for you.
GENERAL
Skilling for recovery fee-free training enrolments are open
The NSW Government has announced over 100,000 fee-free training places for school leavers, young people and job seekers across the state. Enrolments are open for students to develop sought-after skills that industry needs. And there are short courses through the Summer Skills program to help those Year 12 school leavers who are still deciding what to do next. See:
Micro Journalism units An online 'micro' journalism course is offered to senior secondary students over summer by Jschool Journalism College. With two entry dates (7 Dec and 11 Jan) the 5-week course gives a taste of journalism with valuable feedback on writing from professional journalists. For further information go to https://www.jschool.com.au/micro, email info@jschool.com.au or send a message to 0480 088 070.
Single subjects in Journalism Diploma open to Year 11 & 12 students Senior secondary students can start the Diploma of Journalism over summer by enrolling in one or more of Jschool's online Single Subjects (including introductory journalism and speed writing). Starting date is 7 December. Also available is a 5-week micro unit. For further information go to https://www.jschool.com.au/singlesubjects or email info@jschool.com.au or message 0480 088 070.
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Campion College Summer Program Experience college life and a taste of Campion’s liberal arts
degree! Our immersive four-day program provides the opportunity to reside on campus and interact with like-minded peers. We have a fun-filled program including a beach trip, movies, trivia, dancing and sports, as well as sample lectures from our history, literature, philosophy and theology professors. When: 5-8 or 12-15 January 2021 Where: Campion College 8-14 Austin Woodbury Place Toongabbie NSW 2146
Who can attend? Program is open to local and interstate high school students and recent high school graduates. Participants must be between 16 and 20. https://www.campion.edu.au/summer-program/
Love Horses? Applications are now open!
Applications are now open for the February intake of the 2021 Explorer Program allowing students to learn about and experience the world-leading Australian Thoroughbred Industry over 12 months and get paid while they are doing it. This is the opportunity of a lifetime, for more information go to:
Overview – TB Industry Careers
Microsoft Traineeship Program
and here:
Coder Academy – Become a Web Developer
22 February 2021 22 March 2021
Launch your career in technology with Coder Academy and gain a nationally recognised, higher education Diploma of IT, while mastering programming through a hands-on, industry-relevant curriculum.
Become an in-demand Full-Stack Developer with all of the required skills the industry is seeking and global employment opportunities in the tech industry. Have the opportunity to participate in a 4-week optional industry internship, where you'll foster long-lasting relationships with some of the most innovative companies across Australia from startups to large corporate.
https://info.coderacademy.edu.au/coding-bootcamps-2020
I.T. Lovers - 2021 - Digital Cadetship Program Applications will open again in May 2021 The Digital Cadetship Program gives you an opportunity to practise and develop your skills while you’re still studying. You’ll get to work in the industry while you finish studying your undergraduate degree and get a leg-up for a successful digital or technical career with the Australian Government. https://www.dta.gov.au/help-and-advice/learning-and-development/start-your-digital-career-government/digitalcadetship-program
Intro to Student Payments Centrelink Payments and services if you’re a student, trainee or an Australian Apprentice. https://www.servicesaustralia.gov.au/individuals/students-and-trainees Introduction to payments youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u-VzcmJKX6U&list=PL3zxsbzVCpwk83z1pwu0PJkakUL1-Dj_L Payment and Service Finder An online tool to see what payments and services you may be eligible for. https://www.centrelink.gov.au/custsite_pfe/pymtfinderest/paymentFinderEstimatorPage.jsf?wecappid=pymtfinderest&wec-locale=en_US#stay
TAFE Online Resource Take a look at the new online resources to make it easy to guide you about your study and career options. It's also a great resource for parents. Click here to see more.
Sports People - Employment in Sport offering a range of recruitment services to the broader sport, fitness and aquatics sector throughout Australia and New Zealand.http://www.sportspeople.com.au
Are you interested in starting an enlistment process for the Defence Forces? - Virtual YOU sessions now available https://www.defencejobs.gov.au/joining/how-to-join/recruitment-process file:///C:/Users/garyg/Downloads/Guide-to-ADF-Aptitude-Testing.pdf
NSW Police Recruitment Physical Capacity Test Practice Session
Attend a NSW Police Recruitment Physical Capacity Test practice session. NOTE: Keep checking that the dates given are confirmed. https://www.police.nsw.gov.au/recruitment/news/physical_capacity_test_practice_session
Join the State Library of NSW to access resources for study and assessments https://www2.sl.nsw.gov.au/eresources/
MEDICINE and HEALTH
Free GAMSAT Masterclass - Sydney - In Person -Uni of Notre Dame 5 or 11 December. 10am to 2.30pm The Free Fraser’s Masterclass is your first point of contact for the March 2021 GAMSAT. TAs the GAMSAT has now shifted to permanently be online, it has become more important than ever to ensure you are fully familiar with the demands and skills required for a successful sitting. https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/free-gamsat-masterclass-sydney-in-person-tickets-127410294621?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
Medicine Rural Training Pathways
Are you going to be a medical Student, Intern, or Registrar interested in becoming a rural generalist?
The Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine offers a variety of training pathways and courses for anyone interested in working in and making a positive difference to rural and remote medicine. See below for all locations across Australia for different medical schools and training posts to suit your needs.
UNIVERSITY
Offer rounds for Year 12 students The most important offer rounds for Year 12 students are:
· December Round 2 – Wednesday 23 December January Round 1 – Friday 8 January 2021. Not all courses will be offered in December Round 2, universities will still have places available to make offers to all courses in January Round https://www.uac.edu.au/current-applicants/undergraduate-applications-and-offers?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=UAC%20News%20September%202020&utm_content=UAC%20News%20September%202020+CID_08b6d7b263c42c28dffcb4a51e335c8d&utm_source=Email%20marketing%20software&utm_term=More%20about%20offer%20rounds#UACN
Great tips if you don’t get your first Uni preference. You might be a bit worried about getting a lower ATAR than you hoped. It certainly won’t be the end of the world – read these two articles for some tips of what to do next. https://www.gooduniversitiesguide.com.au/education-blogs/tertiary-study/what-to-do-if-you-didn-t-get-into-your-first-preference
CSU | ATAR Advice Day18 December 2020, 3:00 pm - 19 December 2020, 2:00 pmOnlineCSU’s ATAR Advice Day is an online opportunity for students to access short information sessions and speak to advisers about all things ATAR, pathways, scholarships, courses, accommodation and next steps. Find out more: https://study.csu.edu.au/life/events
Engineering at Charles Sturt University Free Engineering taster modules: Students can start studying engineering at CSU right now. For Free! Subjects from the Topic Tree are available WITH NO ENTRY REQUIREMENTS. Each subject takes around three hours to complete. If students decide to study engineering after high school, they can also receive credit for these modules
Nursing and Midwifery Courses: English language proficiency Before you can start studying to become a registered nurse, the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC) requires you to demonstrate a high level of English language proficiency. https://www.uac.edu.au/future-applicants/admission-criteria/requirements-for-certain-courses Uni Survival Guide Nearly all your needs and all the answers to your questions in great blogs in one place.\ https://cef.org.au/university-survival-guide/
Student Life in the Tertiary World https://www.gooduniversitiesguide.com.au/study-information/student-life
UTS - Support your UAC application with the Engineering and IT Questionnaire Closes Thursday 17 December. If you fall short of the ATAR by 1–3 points, we'll still consider your application if you complete the questionnaire and demonstrate a strong motivation to study engineering or IT .https://www.uts.edu.au/future-students/engineering/essential-information/year-12-engineering-and-it-questionnaire
University of Sydney has online information sessions in Becoming an Occupational Therapist https://uni-sydney.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_0EDD-lDIQNmDAux0gNYqjQ and Why study Exercise Physiology or Exercise Science https://www.sydney.edu.au/study/events-for-prospective-students/undergraduate.html
RESOURCES
Degree Chooser. A new visualisation shows the likely spread of academic ability across student cohorts for hundreds of Australian Bachelors degrees. There is a link on the UAC website: https://www.uac.edu.au/future-applicants/search-for-courses. Website: https://degreechooser.com.au.
Tips for Year 12 study and other information
Go to https://www.tsfx.edu.au/ Join for free study tips and other useful exam information during Year 12
Students and/or Parents join the careers websites subscribed to by the College for information about University, Work, TAFE and much more Careers Department https://thecareersdepartment.com/home click ‘Get started creating your account’ under the SCHOOLS option and follow the prompts. Select Marian Catholic College Griffith and use password MCC Study work Grow https://studyworkgrow.com.au sign up as a member using school code MCCG0219 Job Jump https://www.jobjump.com.au/ Go to I’m New and follow the instructions to find the College name and enter the password marian Career Tools www.mcccareers.com. Choose FOR STUDENTS from the to menu bar then CLICK ON Secure students area from the drop down menu and register
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APPRENTICESHIPS -TRAINEESHIPS- JOBS -GAP YEAR POSITIONS
Bakers delight: 1 x FT Baking apprenticeship
1x FT Retail Traineeship Attach resume to email to sheridine@houseofcrumbs.net.au
Full time Medical Receptionist Position Year 12 school leavers we have full time traineeship position at local Medical Centre. contact Mrs Farrugia for a full description . All applicants please send through your resumes and cover letter included to paul@getset.org.au
Wall and Floor Tiler Apprenticeship Greg Hilton Tiling Must be reliable hard-working and keen to learn. Licence preferred but not essential. send resume to gregoryhilton@bigpond.com For information phone Greg on 0413256166
Bricklaying Apprenticeship: Craig Hannon in Griffith is looking for a FT apprentice Bricklayer.Anyone who may be interested should phone Craig on 0427 262 777
Students can have a trial if they are not sure of the trade
Flexible Solutions and 3C Tech Shop New position for a full time trainee computer technician in both, ideally suited to a school leaver seeking a career in IT. The roles require delivering remote and onsite support, computer diagnostics and repairs and delivering our in-house solutions to our client base. The successful applicant will commence a traineeship or apprenticeship and be required to complete either their Certificate III or IV in Information Technology during the traineeship period. How to apply Send your resume and any supporting information to positionvacant@flexiblesolutions.com.au Applications close Monday 23rd November 2020.
F & G Windows & DoorsApplicants must be a, good communicator, reliable, willing to learn,.Theory training may be in Sydney or Canberra.Applications and Resumes should be emailed to Stephen Zambon fandgwindows@gmail.com
Harvest Trail Information Service
Not sure which provider to contact in your area? Whether you are looking for harvest work or needing to hire workers, you can call the Harvest Trail Information Service (HTIS) Monday to Friday 8am to 8pm on 1800 062 332 for advice.
https://jobsearch.gov.au/harvest/providers/harvest-trail-information-service
Gap Year positions
Reflections - Junior summer salon assistant begin November. Drop resume to salon at 123 Yambil Street
Xquisite Pools & Spas are looking for a casual retail shop assistant for the upcoming warmer months. The position would suit someone looking for work prior to embarking on a University degree.
If you are interested in this position and if it is something that may suit you please contact Chris Files on filesy@xquisitepoolsandspas.com.au or 0477 978 478 anytime.
Cotton Gap Program Launch Cotton Australia has launched the Cotton Gap program for Year 12 students completing secondary school in 2020. Cotton Gap provides an opportunity for employment to be actively involved in the mechanics of a cotton farm. Cotton Gap is a program tailored to provide students with little or no guaranteed pathway into the cotton industry a foot in the door. For further information visit: https://cottonaustralia.com.au/cotton-gap
