Careers News
Compass Career News
Here's a summary of the latest Career News updates with the full Careers Newsletter below.
Items in the 20 June 2025 Career News include –
- Dates to Diarise in Term 3
- Federation University Walk & Talk Tours in July Holidays
- What can I do with an Arts Degree?
- News from Victoria University
- The VU Block Model
- Bachelor of Dermal Sciences
- Studying Business or Commerce at La Trobe University
- Career as a Train Driver
- Graphic, Fine Arts, Interior & Visual Design Degrees in Victoria in 2025
- Snapshot of Victoria University (VU) in 2025
Items in the 27 June 2025 Career News include –
- Dates to Diarise in Term 3
- Monash University - July Holiday Events
- Monash Science Precinct Tours 2025
- Monash Experience Days
- ACU - July Holiday Events
- Discover ACU - Victoria
- ACU Guarantee Early Offer and Pathways webinar
- William Angliss Institute ‘Patisserie Experience Day’
- Career in the Australian Border Force (ABF)
- Civil Engineering Degrees in Victoria in 2025
- Electrical Engineering Degrees in Victoria in 2025
- Mechanical Engineering Degrees in Victoria in 2025
- Snapshot of The University of Melbourne (UoM) in 2025
Start planning for tertiary institution Open Days running from late July to early September
Attending Open Day events is highly recommended for Year 12 students planning to undertake tertiary study. They provide unique and valuable opportunities to explore tertiary course options and their graduate outcomes, learn more about courses of interest from academics and current tertiary students, whilst checking out the tertiary institution's facilities and services.
Any student considering tertiary study in the next few years is encouraged to attend Open days – they are a great investment of your time and preparing beforehand will see you benefit the most from your Open day experience. See the below document for a list of 2025 Open days and advice on Getting the most out of an Open Day.
VTAC applications open 4 August for current Year 12s
The Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre (VTAC) opens for applications from current Year 12s on 4 August. In early Term 3 Year 12s will receive a presentation to prepare them for university applications opening and an assembly where I guide them through setting up a VTAC account and the VTAC course application process. I also share important information about tertiary applications (Victorian and interstate) with Year 12s in the Class of 2025 Careers channel on Teams – it is essential that Year 12s turn on notifications and carefully read the posts in this channel to stay informed and updated.
As a qualified and registered Career Practitioner, I also provide advice and support to students on tertiary study and career pathways via one-on-one Careers counselling sessions – it is compulsory for every Year 12 to have at least one appointment with me this year to discuss their post-high school goals and students are to book a time to meet with me using the Careers Advisor appt tab at the top of the Class of 2025 Careers channel on Teams.
VTAC Year 12 Guide – Researching courses and applying in 2025
VTAC’s online Year 12 Guide provides helpful information about researching and applying to tertiary courses to assist students in preparing for making an application, including this Quick Reference guide for Year 12 students and postcard with key dates.
Swinburne 2026 Early Entry program now open for applications
This Early Entry program allows current Year 12 students to apply early and ATAR-free to Swinburne University of Technology. Applications are open and will close 28 November 2025. Interested students are to carefully read all the information provided by Swinburne on their website here and take note of the key dates, how to apply (has 4 steps), the eligible courses, and answers to FAQs.
Successful students will receive a conditional offer and to receive a full offer students must complete VCE and the required scored VCE subject prerequisites. Students can only apply to one Swinburne Early Entry course and their chosen course will need to be added to their VTAC course application (instructions found here under Step 4 and take note VTAC applications open 4 August).
Applications now open to study at NIDA in 2026
the National Institute of Dramatic Art (NIDA) offers an unmatched range and depth of industry-relevant training across performing arts disciplines including acting, costume, cultural leadership, design, directing, make-up, musical theatre, props, scenic construction, stage management, technical theatre and writing. NIDA’s goal is to empower storytellers of all ages and backgrounds by offering industry-relevant training across multiple performing arts disciplines, to give their students an expert education to develop their craft and move into successful careers.
NIDA's campus is located in Kensington, Sydney and applications are made directly to NIDA. and.
You can view recordings of NIDA’s 2025 Open day sessions and explore NIDA courses on their website. Find out about their scholarships and how to apply including application requirements and process.
Applications open for FYA program: Step Up!
Are you ready to take action for justice? Step Up! is for young people who are ready to step into their power, learn campaigning skills, and build strong communities, and it’s coming to Melbourne (Naarm) in August!
The Foundation for Young Australians (FYA) are excited to bring Step Up! back to Naarm and connect with young organisers, campaigners, and change-makers right here. Applications are open to young people aged 16–30 who live in Victoria. No experience needed! The details:
- Tues 12 Aug, 6pm to 7:30pm – Online introduction session on Zoom to meet fellow participants and explore topic of Understanding and Transforming Systems.
- Sat 16 & Sun 17 Aug, 9am to 5pm – Full days of in-person workshops at Balam Balam, Brunswick VIC.
What’s in it for you?
- A FREE program with meals and travel expenses covered.
- Build essential skills in campaigning, community organising, and activism.
- Dive into key issues like racial justice, systems change, and more.
- Connect with a supportive community of passionate, like-minded young activists.
- Ongoing FYA support to help you launch or strengthen your campaign.
The goal? To set you up as a successful campaigner—whether you're joining an existing movement or starting your own. Visit FYA – Step Up! to find out more and apply. Applications close Sunday 20 July.
Watch on demand: Future Careers Forum Online – AI Revolution
Science Gallery Melbourne runs free future careers forums to connect students with professionals working in a range of transdisciplinary STEAM careers. Their May event took place during National Careers Week and explored artificial intelligence and its use in industry – what will future industries look like as we explore the AI Revolution? To watch a recording of this event use this video link: https://melbourne.sciencegallery.com/future-careers-forum-ai-revolution-2025 combined with this password: 2025_AI_Revolution
New Careers with STEM job kits
Dive into a career that helps people live their best lives. Check out Careers with STEM’s three new Job Kits, with all the info on becoming an occupational therapist, speech pathologist, or exercise scientist. Go here to find out more and download your free copy.
Job opportunity: Office Corporate – Part Time Student Role | Hybrid | Flexible Hours | Paid to Learn
🚀 Join a 27-Year-Strong Business on Its Digital Chapter
Are you a student with a keen eye for design, a flair for social media, and an entrepreneurial mindset?Want to help build websites, modernise a successful business, and get paid to learn real skills? We’re a well-established business, 27 years strong, now focused on evolving for the future — and we want the next generation of creative minds to help shape that journey.
🌟 What You’ll Do:
Help build and improve websites — layout, content, usability, basic design
Support social media — help us plan, create and post content that builds brand presence
Learn how to optimise content and websites for SEO
Get involved with design, strategy and creative input — no idea is too small
Collaborate with a team that values your initiative and curiosity
No experience? No problem. If you’ve got the right attitude and mindset, we’ll teach you the rest.
🎯 What We’re Looking For:
You’re curious, motivated, and eager to learn
You have a strong interest in websites, social media, or digital design
You’re comfortable working independently and remotely
You want more than just a casual job — you want to be part of something
Bonus: Canva, WordPress, Shopify, Figma, Adobe, HTML/CSS, content writing — but not required
🚀 What We Offer:
Paid mentorship — we’ll train you in SEO, digital design, and real business skills
Flexible hybrid work — choose hours that fit your lifestyle
A genuine career path:
After Year 12? Go full-time with us.
Heading to uni? We'll work around your timetable.
A business with strong foundations and a bold digital future
A collaborative environment where your voice and ideas matter
📩 How to Apply:
Send a short email introducing yourself and why you'd be a great fit. No cover letter needed — just let your passion and personality shine.
Portfolio, social handles or side projects welcome but not essential.
Email to be sent to Adam Church: adam.c@officecorporate.com.au