VET and Careers News

Careers Information Bulletin

Something for Everyone! 

There are so many fantastic and current career opportunities found in our fortnightly ‘Careers Information Bulletin’ located on the learning portal. Look for the latest edition:

Careers News

Year 12 Reminders

QTAC

QUT early offer invitations are being released now for students who lodge an eligible course in their top 3 preferences. This must be actioned soon so don’t miss your chance!

It is important to make sure students sign up for the ATAR portal for your ATAR to be emailed to them - this is a DIFFERENT APPLICATION to your QTAC preferences. Click HERE to action this (new sign-up). 

Department of Education Survey for Students Completing Year 12 in 2023

Year 12 students will be invited to participate in the Next Step Year 12 Completers survey between March and June 2024.

Next Step is a statewide post-school destination survey of all students who complete Year 12 in Queensland.  Insights gained from Next Step assist schools to improve their services for senior students and improve students’ transition from school to further study and employment.

See the attachment for further information:

Additional information about Next Step is available at www.qld.gov.au/nextstep/. For any queries contact the Next Step team by email at nextstep@qed.qld.gov.au.

Year 11 Reminders

START QUT applications now open

Do you know a Year 11 student interested in studying a university subject in Summer (STEM Intensive) or Semester 1 2024, receiving a selection rank adjustment, and gaining potential credit towards a future degree at QUT?

Applications for START QUT Summer 2024 (STEM Intensive) and Semester 1, 2024 are open now and close on 31 October 2023. Check eligibility requirements, browse available subjects, and apply on the START QUT webpage.

2023 QUT Sport Tech Challenge – Sat 21 October

Last week to register for the 2023 QUT Sport Tech Challenge!

The countdown is ON - this is the last week schools can register for the 2023 QUT Sport Tech Challenge! Students will engage in competitions from esports, dance, virtual cycling and so much more. Registrations close on 13 October and spaces are limited so don’t wait and secure your school’s spot today.

Event Details:

Date: Sat, 21 October 2023 

Time: 8:30am for a 9:00am start, 5:00pm event conclusion

Location: QUT Gardens Point Campus, Brisbane City

Registrations close: Friday, 13 October 2023

Participation in each event will contribute to your school's point total for the day. Schools can bring up to a total of 30 students. Find out more HERE.

VET News

What has been happening in this space?

Work Experience has been in full flight over the school holidays with over 20 students successfully completing work experience in various fields. Work Experience positions were in Electrical, Plumbing Construction, Mechanical, Production and Fabrication.

Congratulations to Spencer Rainbird who was signed as a school-based steel fabrication apprentice with Bridgman Solutions.

Jack Lowe had an amazing time at QPAC in the production department building and dismantling stages for various performances. 

Joe Jackson very proudly signed up for his plumbing apprenticeship with Pandanus Plumbing last week. 

Liam Farrelly successfully completed a work experience placement with Ambrose Design and Construct over the September holidays.

Pat Anderson also successfully completed a week’s work experience with McVeigh Homes over the holidays.

A lot of apprenticeships are coming to fruition this year. We have over 20 Apprenticeships being actioned at present. These are ranging from year 10 students through to year 12 students. Congratulations to all these boys who have shown an amazing work ethic to be offered these privileged positions in our community.

Work Experience in Term 4 & Christmas Holidays

If you are wanting Work Experience in Term 4 or the Christmas Holidays, please submit an Expression of Interest Form by Friday 13 October (Friday of Week 2 in Term 4). Forms can be collected from the VET & Careers Office and need to be signed by the student’s guardian. 

Brisbane North West Trade Training Centre (BNWTTC) – EOI Forms due 28 October

BNWTTC (Mitchie) is calling for expressions of interest from students entering Year 10, 11 and 12 in 2024. Please complete the EOI form HERE by 28 October and return to the VET and Careers Department if you are considering technical or trade training next year. Although applications remain open till Term 1 2024, places will start to fill quickly over the coming fortnight.

School Based Traineeships Available

If you want to earn while you learn, consider applying for one of the traineeships advertised in the posters below:

Sparrow Early Learning Career Information Night – Thursday 12 October

Please see attachment if you are interested in attending the Sparrow Early Learning event.

Cross River Rail School Based Traineeships open to Indigenous Students

Indigenous students are invited to apply for School Based Business Admin Traineeships with Cross River Rail. See attachment for details.

‘Connected’ Jobs and Training Subscription 2023

Subscribe to the Connected jobs and training monthly e-newsletter, developed by the Department of Youth Justice, Employment, Small Business and Training - Metropolitan Region, to keep informed of potential jobs and training opportunities.

Gain access to the 2024 School Leavers Guide, full of information to support you on your individual career pathway. 

Opportunities are rich and varied for today’s job seekers! Stay connected and watch this space, to see where the jobs of the future are and in what exciting and emerging industries.

Don't wait - scan the QR code to subscribe now!

Post School Apprenticeship Advice from MEGT

Please see attached information regarding the MEGT Career Hub and their latest job’s board.

Career Hub is a free service to employers and apprentices.  If students are looking for an apprenticeship after year 12, it’s a great place to register interest with an online toolbox to receive ideas of what qualifications are available.  Additionally, MEGT can help in placing school-based trainees or apprentices.

Also attached is information regarding MEGT’s free and confidential Mentoring Program for apprentices that have been signed with MEGT.  This is a fabulous program to assist apprentices in completing their apprenticeship.