Careers News
EXPLORING COURSES AND CAREERS:
VTAC COURSESEARCH:
VTAC CourseSearch is a fantastic platform to investigate the many different courses that are available at Tafe’s and Universities across Victoria. Simply type the course name, code, qualification, institution or campus into the Key Word Search and get discovering! https://delta.vtac.edu.au/coursesearch/#/search
THE GOOD CAREERS GUIDE:
Feeling unsure about your career journey? The Good Careers Guide is an online resource that can be used to explore over 400 different job descriptions and provide information including:
- The personal requirements, skills, and traits needed to succeed in these positions.
- An outline of the duties and tasks involved in the role.
- The relevant courses and institutions to obtain the qualification. https://www.gooduniversitiesguide.com.au/careers-guide
You can also find information about scholarships, courses, institutions, events and open days!
If you would like support with exploring and investigating the many different career options available, navigating the VTAC CourseSearch or assistance using the Good Careers Guide then come and see Kirsty in the Careers and Pathways Office any time!
VTAC PATHWAY PLANNING:
What is a Pathway?
Pathways are study options that usually use your success in a lower discipline to move into a course of a higher discipline, usually in the same area of study.
Pathway studies allow you to discover your interest in a specific area and gain qualifications as you progress.
Pathway preferences:
It’s always worth adding pathway courses to your preference list!
You should always list your courses in the order you want to study them, and pathway courses often come below dream courses.
Adding pathway courses increases your chance of receiving offers and starting your higher education journey.
Remember that change of preference opens between each offer round so you can edit your preference list and add pathway courses as an option.
INSPIRING YOUNG PEOPLE LUNCH 2025:
On Tuesday 25th March, several of our year 10 students were invited to attend the Inspiring Young People Lunch, which was hosted by the South Gippsland Bass Coast Local Learning and Employment Network (SGBCLLEN) for secondary schools across the South Gippsland and Bass Coast region. This invite only event provided students with valuable insights into various career paths, providing them with the opportunity to engage with mentors from different professional backgrounds.
Students were able to ask their mentors questions, engage in meaningful conversations, and learn about their career pathway, including the challenges they may have faced along the way and how these situations became a valuable part of their learning and career journey.
WORK EXPERIENCE:
SOUTH GIPPSLAND SHIRE COUNCIL (SGSC):
South Gippsland Shire Council are offering students the opportunity to complete work placement within the local government sector. Work sites are based in Leongatha, Korumburra and Foster, with all placements being subject to availability.
SGSC offer work experience in a wide variety of areas such as:
- Children and Family Services (Maternal and Child Health, Immunisation, Kindergartens).
- Communications (Media).
- Community Development (Youth, Community Planning, Social Planning).
- Customer Service / Call Centre.
- Engineering.
- Information Technology (Digital Technology).
- Mechanic.
- Parks and Gardens.
- Roads and Construction.
- Sustainability.
Please come and see Kirsty if you would like further information on how to apply for WEX with the South Gippsland Shire Council!
GIPPSLAND SOUTHERN HEALTH SERVICE:
Students who are interested in pursuing a career or pathway into Nursing/Allied Health. Gippsland Southern Health Service (Leongatha) are offering ONLY two work placement opportunities which are delivered as a combined Nursing/Allied Health experience.
Please be advised that students cannot directly apply for these work placements, and applications MUST BE SUBMITTED BY KIRSTY AVERY (Careers and Pathways Advisor). As these opportunities are very limited, please come and see Kirsty in the Careers and Pathways office as soon as possible to register your interest and secure your place.
PARLIAMENT OF VICTORIA:
Expressions of interest to complete a work experience placement at the Parliament of Victoria in terms 3 and 4, 2025 are now open.
Students can choose between two programs, Sitting and Services, and placements are open to students in Victorian schools who are residents of Victoria, and are aged 15 years or over at the time of the placement. We endeavour to choose students from a mixture of government, independent, and Catholic schools, from metropolitan and regional areas, and of all gender identities.
Parliamentary Sitting placements provide the opportunity to see the law-making process up close. Students will go behind the scenes with the staff who directly support the sittings of Parliament to get a deeper understanding of our democratic processes.
Parliamentary Services placements offer a variety of opportunities that can be matched with a broad range of student interests and career goals, including business operations, facilities management and maintenance, broadcast (Hansard), and hospitality (kitchen).
Please come and see Kirsty in the Careers and Pathways office to register your interest.
APPRENTICESHIP OPPORTUNITY:
Expressions of Interest: Certificate III in Flooring Technology
If you are interested in a full-time Flooring apprenticeship, then come and see Kirsty in the Careers and Pathways office!
Applicants must be over 16 years of age and be able to commit to a 3-year apprenticeship with the employer.
Please note that this is NOT A SCHOOL BASED APPRENTICESHIP.
UNIVERSITY NEWS, TOURS & OPEN DAYS:
UNIVERSITY OF MELBOURNE:
Victorian Indigenous Engineering Winter School (VIEWS)
What is VIEWS?
The Victorian Indigenous Engineering Winter School (VIEWS) is an exciting program for Year 10, 11 and 12 Indigenous students from across Australia that will expand your perspective on all things engineering. Over 5 days you will get an insight into what it’s like to study and work in engineering, information technology and tech — and it may not be what you think.
You will have the opportunity to experience first-hand the work of engineers and IT specialists, meet Indigenous engineering professionals and discover pathways into engineering and IT. By the end of the week, you will have an appreciation of what an engineering and IT specialist does and how they can impact society and improve the lives of people across the globe.
- Industry engagement experience engineering in action
- A day exploring engineering and IT study options at four top universities:
- University of Melbourne
- RMIT University
- Swinburne University
- Monash University
- Taking part in:
- Hands-on workshops that will expand your mind and develop the problem-solving and design skills used every day by engineers
- Activities that provide an insight into the global challenges that engineering can address in areas such as climate change, renewable energy, land and resource management, robotics, technology and medicine
There is no cost to participate. All expenses are covered; flights, accommodation at University College, food during the camp and university led social nights.
VIEWS is for Year 10, 11 and 12 Indigenous students enrolled in Maths or Science subjects.
Applications for 2025 are now open. Closing Date for Applications is Friday 9th of May at 5pm AEST
WILLIAM ANGLISS INSTITUTE OF TAFE:
The William Angliss Institute of Tafe, located in Melbourne, have two Experience Days in the April school holidays for senior secondary school students. Experience Day is a great fun-filled taster of what it is like to be a student at Angliss. Students can choose between the morning session from 9am - 1pm or the afternoon session from 12pm - 4pm. Spots are limited so you are encouraged to apply ASAP!
Angliss Experience Day (Angliss International Hotel School) – Tuesday 8 April
Discover what it's like to work both behind the scenes and front-of-house in the dynamic hotel and hospitality industry. Through engaging hands-on activities and an exclusive tour of a nearby four-star luxury hotel, you'll gain insight into this exciting field. Plus, enjoy a delicious lunch in our on-site, student-run Bistro as part of the experience!
Angliss Experience Day (Foods) – Friday 11 April
Become a chef for the day and get creative in the kitchen. Join us for a hands-on cooking class where you'll watch, cook, taste and experiment with different flavours. Enjoy a delicious lunch on-site and take home your dish to share with family and friends.
For more information and registration, come and see me in the careers office!
MONASH UNIVERSITY:
Monash Engineering Girls (MEG) Program:
Monash Engineering Girls (MEG) is an engagement program designed for young women who want to know about the possibilities of a career in engineering. If you like maths and science, are creative, a problem solver, enjoy working in a team and designing things, engineering might be the perfect career choice for you.
MEG will enable you to learn about the Faculty of Engineering. Monash University are inviting and welcoming students to join the program in year 9 and stay through to year 12. During that time, you will have the opportunity to participate in a range of special activities and VIP events that will help you gain an understanding of all the different types of engineering, and which one could suit you. You will form connections with others like you, have lots of fun experiences, and interact with our current Engineering students to learn what it’s really like to study at Monash. You will also get to meet the talented academic staff who teach here, as well as many graduates who are doing amazing things in their lives and careers.
For more information about the MEG program, including how you can sign up, come and see Kirsty in the careers and pathways office.
RMITUNIVERSITY:
Ready Set Design Program:
Ready Set Design is a series of 3 workshops across 2025, offering Year 11 and 12 students the unique opportunity to attend designer-led workshops and learn how to access art & design courses as part of the next phase of their journey in a creative discipline.Ready Set Design will enable you to learn about careers and tertiary programs in design and develop your folio!
Workshop 1: Design Bytes
WHEN: Monday 7 April, 9:45am - 12:30pm WHERE: RMIT City Campus - Building 16, Level 01, Room 01 Building 16 336/348 Swanston St, Melbourne VIC 3000 COST: Free! REGISTRATIONS CLOSE: Wednesday 2 April, 2pm
This free workshop gives Year 11 & 12 students an opportunity to hear from a panel of successful design professionals, who will offer insights into industry connections and design programs available to study.
Register here: Ready Set Design - Design Bytes
FEDERATION UNIVERSITY
GUIDED TOURS:
- Gippsland campus
Discover the Gippsland campus and learn more about life at Federation University on a 30-minute guided tour with one of our current students.
Dates and times:
Tuesday 8 April: 9:30am - 1pm
Thursday 10 April: 3pm-6pm
Link to booking:
https://outlook.office365.com/book/WalkandTalkTours@federationuniversity.onmicrosoft.com/
- Berwick campus
Discover the Berwick campus and learn more about life at Federation University on a 30-minute guided tour with one of our current students.
Dates and times:
Tuesday 8 April: 9:30am - 1pm
Thursday 10 April: 3pm-6pm
Link to booking:
https://outlook.office365.com/book/WalkandTalkTours@federationuniversity.onmicrosoft.com/
MONASH UNIVERSITY
Take a free tour of Monash University campuses guided by current students to learn more about campus life and study options.
- Caulfield Campus Tour:
Date: Friday, 11 April Time: 10:00am - 11:15am Location: Caulfield campus
Register: https://www.monash.edu/discover/events/caulfield-campus-tour
- Clayton Campus Tour:
Date: Friday, 11 April Time: 2:00pm - 3:30pm Location: Clayton campus
Register: https://www.monash.edu/discover/events/clayton-campus-tour2
- Clayton Campus Tour:
Discover all the opportunities a Monash Business School degree can provide you
Date: Thursday, 10 April Time: 10:00am - 11:30pm Location: Clayton campus
Register: https://www.monash.edu/discover/events/clayton-campus-tour
- Peninsula Campus Tour:
Date: Thursday, 10 April Time: 2:00pm - 3:15pm Location: Peninsula campus
Register: https://www.monash.edu/discover/events/peninsula-campus-tour
SWINBURNE UNIVERSITY- A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A SWINBURN STUDENT:
Swinburne University are inviting current senior secondary students to attend ‘a day in the life of a Swinburn student’ at their Hawthorn Campus, April 8th – 10th. You will be able to chat with current Swinburne students and academics, explore the Hawthorn campus, and work with other students in hands-on workshops.
- Date: Tue 8 April
Course Info: Media and Communication, Games and Animation, Design.
Time: 9:00 AM to 3:15 PM
Venue: George Swinburne (GS), Hawthorn campus
Register: https://www.swinburne.edu.au/events/2025/04/day-in-the-life-of-creative-students/
- Date: Wed 9 April
Course Info: Engineering, Science, Health, Aviation
Time: 9:00 AM to 3:15 PM
Venue: Advanced Technologies Centre (ATC101), Hawthorn campus
Register: https://www.swinburne.edu.au/events/2025/04/day-in-the-life-of-stem-aviation-and-health-students/
- Date: Thu 10 April
Course Info: Business, Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences, Education, Psychology
Time: 9:00 AM to 3:15 PM
Venue: Advanced Technologies Centre (ATC101), Hawthorn campus
DEAKIN
Explore Deakin’s world-class facilities, discover the vibrant on-campus accommodation, engage with current students and get your questions answered at the course information expo.
- Melbourne Burwood
Tuesday 8 April
Monday 14 April
- Geelong Waurn Ponds
Thursday 10 April
Wednesday 16 April
- Geelong Waterfront
Tuesday 15 April
- Warrnambool
Monday 14 April
Registration: https://www.deakin.edu.au/student-life-and-services/events/campus-tours
THE DEFENCE WORK EXPERIENCE PROGRAM:
- Simpson Barracks Expo 2025:
The Defence Work Experience Program is pleased to advise that the Simpson Barracks Expo 2025 is open for registrations.
Please register via QR code or link; Simpson Barracks Expo 2025. All attendees MUST register, including parents/caregivers. Tickets are valid for an allocated two-hour time slot, with each time slot allocated a coloured wrist band. It is a requirement that these be worn by all attendees during their visit.
Courtesy shuttle buses will be the primary mode of access, and will be available to and from Watsonia Train Station.
Gates will open at 10:00am and close 4:00pm. Photo ID is required on the day for Entry. (School ID is acceptable for U18)
- Date: Sunday 18th May 2025
- Time: 10:00am – 4:00pm
- Location: Simpson Barracks – 200 Greensborough Road, Macleod VIC 3085.
- Access: Via Blamey Road off Greensborough Highway, Macleod - with no parking on site available.
HMAS Cerberus: A Day in the Navy – Guided Tours
HMAS Cerberus will open its doors to the public to showcase the base and its capabilities.
Date: Sunday6 April 2025, Time: 10:00 am – 3:30 pm
Location: Sheean Avenue Somers, VIC 3927
HMAS Cerberus is the Royal Australian Navy's premier training establishment and has been for over 100 years.
The Open Day will highlight Naval training, activities for the family and lots lots more.
Link to tickets: