Careers News
VET in Schools Orientation Evening
An Orientation Evening will be held on Tuesday 21st November 2023 at 6pm, at both the Clyde North and Cranbourne Campus. Please note that attendance is required at this event to ensure both parents and students have very important information about the chosen VET course. This will ensure a smooth transition into the course in 2024. Emails have been sent to families last week. This valuable evening will allow you to become familiar with St Peter’s College VET procedures, policies and expectations ahead of the 2024 school year. You will have the opportunity to view VET facilities, select your uniform size and meet key staff who will assist you during your VET enrolment.
Please RSVP using the QR code below.
Work experience options for future medicine students
When it comes to pursuing a career in medicine, gaining first-hand experience early on can be invaluable. Work experience offers you a chance to step into the shoes of medical professionals, providing insights that textbooks simply can’t replicate. Here are some work experience ideas for students who are thinking of studying medicine in the future.
Hospital placements
One of the most direct ways to gain exposure to the medical field is by doing a placement in a hospital. This commonly involves observing doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals in their day-to-day activities. You’ll witness various departments, procedures, and patient interactions, giving you a first-hand look at the dynamic world of healthcare.
Placements in clinics and general practices
Local clinics and general practices are excellent places to gain a more focused perspective. Here, you can interact with healthcare providers in a smaller setting, allowing for more personalised attention and a deeper understanding of primary care. If you already have a speciality in mind, this is also agreat way to see if it meets your expectations.
Volunteering at healthcare events
Many communities host health-related events and workshops. Volunteering at these events can expose you to a wide range of medical professional, and it’s also an opportunity to engage with the public and see the impact of healthcare on a community level. You’ll also gain valuable skills like communication, interpersonal skills, and organisation.
Consider research institutions
If you’re more interested in the scientific side of medicine, you might like to seek out opportunities in research. Many universities and research institutions offer programs for high school students toget involved in ongoing projects, giving you a taste of the investigative side of the medical field.
Virtual placements and online courses
In today’s digital age, virtual internships and online courses have become more accessible. Consider enrolling in programs that offer virtual experiences, allowing you to learn from professionals in various medical disciplines all from the comfort of your own home. Remember to approach your placement, wherever it is, with an open mind and a willingness to learn. Take notes, ask questions, and reflect on what you’ve observed. This will not only enhance your understanding, but also demonstrate your genuine interest and dedication – and you might even make some important contacts you can use down the track. If you want to find out more about work experience or search for placements in health or medicine, take a look at our website here.
Rise Challenge
Rise is a program that finds promising young people and provides them with opportunities that allow them to work together to serve others over their lifetimes. The program seeks young people ages 15 to 17 and encourages a lifetime of service and learning by providing support that may include need-based scholarships, mentorship, networking, access to career development opportunities, and the potential for additional funding as Rise Global Winners work toward solving humanity’s most pressing problems. It does not matter what part of the globe you come from, or academic experience you have. Whether you are interested in science, innovation, technology, art, policy, community organizing, orany other discipline—we want to hear from you.
Applications for the 2024 program are open now and close 17 January 2024.
Find out more and apply here.
Clyde North – Robyn Cardamone rcardamone@stpeters.vic.edu.au
Cranbourne – Melissa Dillon mdillon@stpeters.vic.edu.au
Melissa Dillon & Robyn Cardamone
Careers & VET Coordinators