Careers
Is your child looking for an apprenticeship or Traineeship?
At this time of year, employers start reaching out to our school looking for potential employees. The Careers Team have been advertising many positions lately including apprenticeships, traineeships and full time/ part time/ casual employment. You can find these advertised on COMPASS but also on the Senior Secondary Careers TEAMS page that all Year 10 – 12 students have access to. This is a valuable resource and is well worth keeping an eye on if your child is looking for work. You can also check out the GSSC Facebook page – Greater Shepparton Secondary College Careers page which is added to regularly as well.
Wanting to join the Army?
The Australian Army is offering a 2 day placement for those interested in finding out more about the Army. The dates for this placement are the 5th & 6th of December and it is located at Greensborough Road, Macleod. There is an application process which will require some time to write and it closes on Tuesday 7th November. Please read the attachment if interested. This opportunity has been advertised on the Senior Secondary Careers TEAMs page and on COMPASS.
Year 8 Career Action Plans
Next week Year 8 students will be introduced to the GSSC Careers website. Every student in the college has access to their own account on the website but you can view it at https://www.gssccareers.com/
This website has a lot of information on it regarding careers. Students write resumes, cover letters and complete quizzes to find out what jobs suit their personality, interests and values. It is also the tool that GSSC uses for students to complete Career Actions Plans. Career Action Plans or CAPs as we call them are completed every year by each student and it is the start of them writing a road map to the future. This road map considers their career aspirations and allows them to set goals, consider the barriers and work out ways around them. The school’s Career Practitioners will be going into each Year 8 class to introduce themselves and talk about CAPS. Please remind your child to bring their computers fully charged to the class.
YEAR 12 STUDENTS
Early entry
Congratulations to all students who have received an early entry offer or offers. There are a few early entry programs still open. The following are examples:
CQUniversity
Principal’s Recommendation Scheme
Victorian, NSW, and QLD courses
Applications close 1 December 2023
Federation University
Early Offer Program
Victorian courses
Applications close 1 December 2023
Deakin University
Regional Access Scheme
Victorian courses
Applications close 4pm, 13 December 2023
Torrens University
Early Entry Program
NSW, QLD and SA courses
Applications close – TBC
SCHOLARSHIPS
Scholarships closing soon
Australian Property and Research Fund, Rural and Regional Education Scholarship.
The scholarship fund spans the duration of an Australian Property Institute (API) accredited property valuation degree, totaling a maximum term of 3-years, awarded yearly at $10,000. The fund supports the awardee to relocate to a university of their choosing and assists with payment of books and materials as well as tuition. Together with financial support, the awardee of the scholarship will also be supported by a senior API-certified property professional who will act as a mentor during their studies.
Applications close 30 October 2023
Australian Veterans’ Children Assistance Trust (AVCAT)
AVCAT scholarships include Long Tan Bursaries and sponsored scholarships. Sponsored scholarships are for the children and grandchildren of ex-serving veterans. Long Tan Bursaries are for the children and grandchildren of Vietnam Veterans and are available in each state and territory.
Applications close 31 October 2023
Australian Institute of Quantity Surveyors (AIQS): Donald E Napier Scholarships
AIQS offers a number of scholarships each year for Year 12 students who qualify for entry into a Quantity Surveying, Construction Economics, Construction Management (Economics) or other appropriate course at an AIQS accredited university in Australia.
Applications close 31 October 2023 www.aiqs.com.au
Australian Catholic University (ACU) -scholarships seminar
Participate in an information webinar on 22 November and learn about scholarships at ACU, www.acu.edu.au/about-acu/events
Resource
For a list of examples of ‘external’ tertiary scholarships, visit https://slmcareerresources.edublogs.org/
ALTERNATIVE SCHOOLIES
Schoolies is a rite of passage for many Year 12 students. If you would like to do something different, than the traditional week of partying or camping, you may consider looking into alternative schoolies programs. Rather than a focus on partying, alternative schoolies programs enable you to volunteer, travel, and help communities. The following are two examples of alternative schoolies companies:
Alternative Schoolies
Examples of programs include:
Cambodia: Floating Village Service Expedition
Nepal: Yeti Expedition
Queensland: Reef & Rainforest
New Zealand: Epic Adventure
Unforgettable Fiji
www.alternativeschoolies.com.au
World Expedition Schools
Examples of programs include:
Vietnam and Cambodia Explorer
Cambodia: multi activity adventure
Nepal: Basecamp community service program
https://worldexpeditionsschools.com/
AUSTRALIAN DEFENCE FORCE
Gap Year Program
It not too late to apply for the Gap Year Program. There are still roles open in the Navy, Army and Air Force. The Gap Year program offers students a fantastic opportunity to work for the ADF for 12-months, meet people from all over Australia, develop skills in team work, initiative and leadership, and earn a high wage. Apply via www.defencejobs.gov.au
RICHMOND INSTITUTE OF SPORT LEADERSHIP
This is a partnership program between Richmond Football Club and Swinburne University. As part of the 12-month program, students will study a dual Diploma in Sports Development and Leadership and Management. The campus is at Melbourne and online courses are available. Prospective students are invited to attend an upcoming Dual Diploma information session:
Monday 30 October, Richmond Football Club
Tuesday 31 October, online
To register for the session, visit
YEAR 10 STUDENTS
UNITED WORLD COLLEGES
Applications to study the Year 11 and 12 the IB (International Baccalaureate) at one of 18 United World Colleges are now open for the 2024 – 2026 period. The ideal UWC candidate is keen to: build community within and between cultures, be part of solution focused climate discussions, and become part of the change. Australian students aged 16 or 17 on Sept 1 2024 are eligible to apply. Means-tested full and partial scholarships and places are available to, www.uwc.org
ALL STUDENTS
CAREERS WITH STEM
Exciting STEM Job Kits
Have you explored the exciting range of Job Kits developed by Careers with STEM? The kits are free downloadable 8-page e-mags which offer a complete introduction to individual STEM careers.
You will discover what a specific STEM job is all about, meet real people working in that job and find out what you can do right now to set your career on the right path. From software developer to STEM educator, Careers with STEM have 27 Job Kits ready for you to download. Happy career planning! https://careerswithstem.com.au/
MUSIC CAREERS GUIDE
The Australian Institute of Music (AIM) has developed a career guide for people passionate about pursuing a career in the music industry. The guide features over 75 occupations! You can access the guide via https://aim.edu.au/aim-music-careers-guide/
Check out music courses at AIM and register to participate in an upcoming experience day at the Melbourne campus, https://aim.edu.au/
VICTORIA POLICE – CAREERS GUIDE
Victoria Police has released an amazing guide called ‘Navigating Your Path to a Career with Victoria Police’. In the guide you will find:
- An introduction to the Police Officer role and the amazing career pathways available
- Interactive eligibility and suitability test
- Video interviews of some of our police officers, who talk about their policing careers so far.
- Tips and guidelines on how to navigate the application process.
There are many career opportunities in Victoria Police and there’s no limit to what you can achieve! Download the guide via https://slmcareerresources.edublogs.org/
WOULD YOU LIKE TO HELP PEOPLE WITH EYE DISORDERS?
You may like to study Orthoptics:
These allied health professionals play a crucial role in the early detection and treatment of eye diseases in children and adults. They can specialise in areas such as the following:
- Children’s vision/paediatrics
- Eye movement disorders
- Low vision care/rehabilitation
- Cataract care and retinal disorders
- Neurological vision disorders
- Laser eye surgery and corneal conditions
- Driver vision and sports vision
You can study orthoptics at La Trobe University, Melbourne. For key information about this occupation, visit the Orthoptics Australia website, www.orthoptics.org.au/
You may also like to consider Optometry:
Often the optometrist is first point of contact for people and they can make referrals to orthoptists. They are health care professionals who can diagnose eye diseases, detect changes in the visual system and prescribe corrective lenses. In Victoria you can study optometry at Deakin University and The University of Melbourne.
For key information about this occupation, visit the Optometry Australia website
Download a course guide for Orthoptics and Optometry via https://slmcareerresources.edublogs.org/
SUMMER JOBS
The holiday season is almost upon us and for young people that means Christmas casual jobs! Due to the increase in business, many organisations employ casuals to make up the shortfall in their staff. This is great news for young people as it’s the perfect time to apply for your first job, or even have a second one.
Before you start applying for jobs, create a resume or ensure your current one is up to date. The Youth Central website has excellent resume and cover letter templates and tips on interviews, www.youthcentral.vic.gov.au
The following are three organisations that will be employing staff:
Coles
Read about the recruitment process at this link. Here you can create an expression of interest for jobs and indicate whether you will need support through the recruitment process if you have additional needs such as a disability or medical condition,
https://colescareers.com.au/au/en/our-recruitment-process
To search and apply for jobs, go to https://colescareers.com.au/au/ and using the search function look for jobs in your area. If you find one, click apply and follow the steps.
Woolworths Group
Woolworths Group includes companies such as Woolworths supermarkets and Big W. To search for jobs, go to www.wowcareers.com.au and use the search function to look for jobs in your area. If you find one, click apply and follow the steps.
McDonalds
On this webpage, you can research the types of jobs available at Maccas and the recruitment process, https://careers.mcdonalds.com.au/ Click the ‘join our crew’ link to search for jobs and start the application process.
KFC
On this webpage, you can search for jobs and start the application process, https://careers.kfc.com.au/ You can also learn about the different jobs available at KFC.
Bakers Delight
On the Bakers Delight careers page, you can search for jobs and also complete an expression of interest profile. You will need to upload your resume and a cover letter when completing the expression of interest form. Select the casual and part time sales assistant roles when using the job search filter, www.bakersdelight.com.au/company/careers
Muffin Break
If you’d like to work for Muffin Break, drop a resume and cover letter into your local store. Ensure you read about the recruitment process on the Muffin Break website so you can prepare what information to place on your cover letter, https://muffinbreak.com.au/careers/
TRAIN TO BECOME A FLIGHT ATTENDANT
Flight attendants (also known as cabin crew) ensure the check in and out of passengers on domestic and international airlines. They provide exceptional customer service and give clear guidelines to passengers about safety processes. They also provide food and beverage services to passengers and work closely with the pilot/s.
Interesting information about flight attendants in Australia:
74% are female
The average age is 38
There are 8,500 flight attendants employed
51% work full time
Source: https://labourmarketinsights.gov.au/
To become a flight attendant, you don’t need formal qualifications, however some workers have completed the Certificate III in Aviation (Cabin Crew).
William Angliss Institute offers the Certificate III in Aviation (Cabin Crew). To find out about the course, go to www.angliss.edu.au
Requirements for flight attendants:
Search flight attendant jobs on www.seek.com.au to learn about employment requirements for different air carriers.
Common requirements include:
- Excellent health and fitness
- Able to swim 50 meters fully clothed
- Able to reach 180cms on flat feet
- 18 years +
- Security check
- Responsible Service of Alcohol
- First Aid certificate
- Experience in customer service
- Have a passport
- Can work a 24/7 roster
Did you know?
You can work as a cabin crew professional in the Air Force? You can also apply to complete a gap year in the Cabin Crew role. Information, www.defencejobs.gov.au
STUDY CLIMATE CHANGE
Turn your passion for the environment into a career
The following are examples of three universities that offer excellent undergraduate courses in climate change:
University of Newcastle
Bachelor of Climate Science and Adaptation
University of Technology Sydney
Bachelor of Marine Science and Climate Change
La Trobe University
You can study climate change as an open access major in one of several Bachelor degrees, www.latrobe.edu.au
Explore climate change careers by reading this fantastic article written by Louise Meers at Careers With STEM, https://bit.ly/3g5tAVu
DO YOU LOVE THE OUTDOORS?
Have you considered studying outdoor education or outdoor recreation? You can study outdoor recreation at TAFE institutes, private providers and via a traineeship at outdoor education centres such as Camp Coolamatong, Victoria and Outward Bound, NSW. You can also study outdoor education and outdoor recreation at university. The following are examples of courses you can explore:
Victoria University
Footscray Park campus
Bachelor of Outdoor Leadership www.vu.edu.au
La Trobe University
Bendigo campus
Bachelor of Outdoor and Sustainability Education
Federation University
Ballarat and Gippsland campuses:
Bachelor of Outdoor and Environmental Education
https://study.federation.edu.au/
INTERESTED IN FORENSIC SCIENCE?
Forensic scientists are the real clue seekers of our world, using their keen eye for detail to crack cases wide open. These ingenious investigators gather evidence like fingerprints, DNA, and bloodstains, all while staying one step ahead of criminals.
Armed with state-of-the-art tools, they unearth hidden truths and piece together the puzzle of crime scenes. When it's time for justice, these experts don their metaphorical white coats and present their findings in court, making sure that the scales of justice are tipped in the right direction.
But their talents don't stop there! Forensic scientists also venture into the realms of anthropology, toxicology, and digital forensics, where they become the bone of contention, sniff out toxic substances, and crack the code of digital mysteries.
So, for high school students with a knack for science and an appetite for solving riddles, a career in forensic science is the perfect way to leave no stone unturned in the quest for truth and justice.
Afterlife Web Series
Afterlife is a web series that explores what goes on behind the doors at the Victorian Institute of Forensic Medicine and the Coroners Court of Victoria. Join Meshel Laurie and Catherine McClements as they interview Melbourne’s real Silent Witness and meet some of Australia’s top forensic and legal experts, including:
- forensic pathologists
- anthropologists
- toxicologists
- odontologists
- molecular biologists
- physicians
- coroners
Forensic Science Careers
Explore careers in forensic science and study pathways at www.vifm.org/about-us/careers/
UPCOMING CAREER EVENTS
SUMMER SCHOOLS
Indigenous Australian Engineering School (IAES) 2024
The IAES will be held at Sydney between 14 – 20 January 2023. Year 10 – 12 participants will experience:
- a fully sponsored week-long program
- exploration of various engineering fields
- site visits, cultural activities, and more
- networking with industry professionals
- recreational fun on Sydney Harbour.
Applications close 31 October 2023, https://bit.ly/3QZtLSX
University of Melbourne - VCE Summer School
The University of Melbourne will run a two-week summer school in January for students entering Year 12 in 2024. Applications haven’t opened yet, but students can read about the program and complete an expression of interest for the program via https://bit.ly/47RACUg
Magnify Music Camp
Magnify is an intensive high-level skills camp for high school students between the ages of 14 – 18 who are serious about career success in the field of music. Run by Box Hill Institute, the camp will run between 15 - 20 January 2024. There will be a final concert on Friday night, where students can show off their newfound skills. Entry is by audition and there are only 30 places. The cost is $450, https://bit.ly/45idxrc
BUILD YOUR DREAM TECH CAREER
Careers with STEM is running an exciting webinar for students who are passionate about STEM on 1 November at 1pm. In this webinar you’ll meet an entrepreneur who has a goal of growing plants on the moon, an ecologist who uses machine learning to protect threatened species and a virtual reality expert who is exploring how gaming and immersive technology is reshaping the way we work and learn. Register via https://bit.ly/3ZD1y6F
AUSTRALIAN DEFENCE FORCE
Interested in a career in the Army, Navy or Air Force? Check the amazing career information sessions running across the country and online, www.defencejobs.gov.au/events
SANTOS SCIENCE EXPERIENCE
The University of Melbourne is running an exciting 3-day program at the Dookie campus between 29 November – 1 December 2023 for Year 9 and 10 students. Dookie campus is a working farm - a centre of agricultural research and teaching. You will join scientists and agricultural student mentors in hands on activities in the laboratory and paddock investigating real world issues.
There are 8 places left and accommodation is available at an additional cost. Book your place via www.scienceexperience.com.au
VICTORIA POLICE
Are you keen to explore careers in the Victoria Police? An online information session is being run on Thursday 26 October. Students and their families are welcome to attend. Register for the event via https://bit.ly/3uBvCOQ
MONASH UNIVERSITY
Year 10 and 11 students are invited to explore the Peninsula campus on Thursday 23 November. A series of exciting workshops will be run focussed on business, nursing, and health & physical education teaching. Students will participate in two workshops, tour the campus, and have a free lunch. For information and to register your place, visit https://bit.ly/46Bpc5Z
MEDICINE AND DENTISTRY
Current Year 11 students who are considering applying for undergraduate medicine and/or dentistry courses in the future may need to sit the Undergraduate Clinical Aptitude Test (UCAT) in Year 12 for the 2025 intake, www.ucat.edu.au
NIE is running a free webinar on 15 November that will cover questions about the test. Students and their families can register for the webinar via www.nie.edu.au
HOSPITALITY BOOTCAMP
The Gordon, Geelong, is running an exciting 4-day hospitality bootcamp for young people keen to explore a career in hospitality between 20 – 23 November. The program aims to prepare students for the summer season of work through interactive workshops and the completion of short courses such as RSA, espresso coffee basics, food service skills, and point of sale. For information and to apply for the program, visit www.thegordon.edu.au
OPEN DAYS
Academy of Interactive Entertainment (AIE)
AIE is a creative media college offering exciting courses in areas such as: Game Art, Game Design, 3D Animation & Film FX, and Filmmaking. The Academy is running an open day on Saturday 18 November at the Melbourne, Sydney, Adelaide, and Canberra campuses. Information and registration, https://aie.edu.au/aie_event/open-day/
Endeavour College of Natural Health
Endeavour offers courses in the following study areas:
Naturopathy
Nutritional and Dietetic Medicine
Acupuncture Therapies
Chinese Medicine
Complimentary Medicine
The College is running a virtual open day on Wednesday 25 October between 9am – 6pm. Information and registration, www.endeavour.edu.au/events/
The GSSC Careers Team
Careers Leader – Natasha Boyko
Neighbourhood 1 Biyala – Susan Barr
Neighbourhood 2 Dharnya – Graeme Crosbie
Neighbourhood 3 Bayuna – Dan Watson
Partnerships Manager – Mary-Ann Linehan
Industry Engagement Priority Cohorts Coordinator – Colleen Wilkinson