VET and Careers News
Ms Elizabeth Kenny - Futures and Partnerships Practitioner and Mr AJ Gray - Program Leader VET (Acting)
Marist College Ashgrove
Careers Information Bulletin – Something for Everyone
There are so many fantastic and current career opportunities found in our fortnightly ‘Careers Information Bulletin’.
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Careers News
Ms Elizabeth Kenny - Futures and Partnerships Practitioner
Career Talks at Lunchtime – Parents, Caregivers, Old Boys and Friends of Marist Invited to Share Their Career Journey
We are hoping to expand our lunchtime career talks throughout next year and would love to draw on the wealth of experience within our Marist community. Our parents, caregivers, Old Boys and friends represent a diverse range of professions, and we know our students would benefit greatly from hearing about your career journey, experiences and advice. If you would be interested in sharing over a short lunchtime talk and inspiring our students, please contact kennye@marash.qld.edu.au Thank you for your consideration.
Career exploration:
- Use this ‘My Future’ website, it’s a great place for all ages to start career exploration
- Parents and guardians wanting to support their children with career exploration - Click here to find out more
- Ms Kenny is available for careers discussions for every year level, to book in: kennye@marash.qld.edu.au
- Click here to access infographics that will help you find career/work pathways that support your job interests.
- Did you know – for every graduate of agriculture there are six jobs? This has remained consistent since 2022, according to a study by ABC. Explore agriculture careers, including where you could work, new technology and future job opportunities.
Australian Defence Force Information Sessions
- 04/11/2026 Engineering Careers Information Session
- 05/11/2026 Brisbane Defence Careers Information Session
- 14/11/2026 Brisbane Army Reserve Experience Day
Year 12 Reminders:
Those wishing to apply for university: QTAC applications still open, make sure you have completed your application and checked alerts, and added any required documents. Remember Ms Kenny is available to help you kennye@marash.qld.edu.au and you can call QTAC for support: 1300 467 822.
Remember you need to do two things:
- Submit a QTAC Application
- Register for the ATAR Portal to have your ATAR calculated and released on 18 December.
Remember to always check your email connected to your QTAC application account, as the offer round dates come at different times and you want to make sure you respond to your offer immediately. Check junk mail too, don’t miss an offer!
When you get an offer: You must respond to QTAC by the due date. You usually have four days to respond. If you don’t respond by the due date, your offer will lapse and your application will become inactive. When you respond to your offer, you have two main options:
- Make an outright acceptance, deferment or rejection OR
- Conditionally accept your offer so you can be considered for higher preferences in future offer rounds. If you choose this option, you must go back into your QTAC application and put your preferences back into your application.
See more information about responding on the QTAC Application Services page on the QTAC website.
Best of luck and reach out to Ms Kenny if needed.
More things that may be relevant to Year 12’s:
- Graduate programs in Queensland Government: Queensland Government offers many university graduates opportunities in a diverse range of public services that include health, education, housing, transport, infrastructure, police, environment, tourism, emergency and community services, to name a few. Find out more about these opportunities here.
- Leaving school and not sure what is next? School Leavers Information Kit (SLIK) can help young people make their next move. Explore the SLIK as your guide to education, training and work options. Also useful for parents/ caregivers to support you. Find information here.
- ACU Scholarships and fee information: Click here and Scholarships
- Bendigo and Adelaide Bank Uni Scholarship for rural and regional students: 2027 applications for scholarships open on 1 December 2026 and close on 31 January 2027. Successful recipients will be notified early in 2027. There are three scholarships, and Click here to find more information including a ‘Fast Facts’ section.
- Regional and Rural Scholarship for University and TAFE:
- University - $6,500 per year for 2 years
- TAFE - $5,000 per year for 2 years
- Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Scholarship for University and TAFE
- University - $6,500 per year for 2 years
- TAFE - $5,000 per year for 2 years
- Agribusiness Scholarship for University and TAFE
- University - $6,000 per year for 2 years
- TAFE - $3,000 per year for 1 years
- Regional and Rural Scholarship for University and TAFE:
- Griffith University Adam Scott Foundation Sports Business Scholarship: The Adam Scott Foundation Business Scholarship is for students who have overcome adversities in their life, are passionate about business and may also have an interest in sport. See website for more information. Applications close on 26 January 2027
- QUT Sport Scholarships, applications open now for 2027: Opportunities include Rising Sports (including esports) and Elite Sport scholarships, alongside scholarships offered in partnership with the AIS, QAS and AusCycling. Successful applicants also receive access to QUT’s Elite Sport Program and additional development opportunities. Sport Scholarship applications close 8 January 2027. Explore scholarships and eligibility requirements.
- Scholarships for accommodation: With scholarships available for both on-campus residential colleges and approved off-campus purpose-built student living providers, you’ll be able to find the support you need. And UQ's scholarships can fund more than just textbooks – for example, our HDR scholarships can be used towards accommodation. Check the scholarships below to find something to suit you. Find out more here including:
- UniSQ Academic Excellence scholarships - USQ Academic Excellence Scholarships
- UQ key scholarships: Here are a few key scholarships that are currently open and accepting applications. All information about scholarships can be found on UQ's Scholarships website:
- 2027 Academic ScholarshipsApplications close 20 November 2026. Click here for more information.
- Schools of Business and Economics Indigenous Student ScholarshipIndigenous students in Economics. Click here for more information.
- Calboonya Legacy Information Technology and Computer Science ScholarshipFor students experiencing financial hardship in the above areas. Applications open January 2027 close March 2027. Click here for more information.
- Check the scholarships page on the website of the university you are interested in attending to see if there are any relevant to you to apply for. Ask Ms Kenny for support if required: kennye@marash.qld.edu.au.
Apprenticeships – some reading for Year 12s:
- Post school apprenticeships Learn more about Apprenticeships
- Australian Apprenticeships offer a world of opportunities
- You can find apprenticeship information on the The Queensland Government website. And Start An Apprenticeship or Traineeship webpage
- Five advantages of apprenticeships and traineeships
VET News
Welcome to VET News Week Five, Term 4
Please see below for our current news and opportunities for students.
School-based apprenticeships
We have a few students who have recently started school-based apprenticeships:
Kaelan Mulqueen and Will Philp in carpentry. Congratulations, we wish you all the best.
Work Experience
Work experience placements are now finalised.
Students can undertake work experience in Term 4 on request only. This is not a scheduled block. See Ms Stabik in the VET and Careers office early next term for an Expression of Interest form.
Work experience placement dates for next year will be detailed in the college’s 2027 calendar.
Upcoming Opportunities
Stowe Electrical Apprenticeships
Currently seeking submissions from those interested in applying for an Electrical Apprenticeship.
Further information: Opportunities | Stowe Australia Pty Ltd.
Schneider Electric - Electrical Apprenticeships
Ai Group Apprentice &Trainee Centre
Our host Schneider Electric has a number of apprenticeship opportunities available within their Digital Energy business.
Australian Industry Group Apprentice and Trainee Centre is a Group Training Organisation, partnering with Australia's best companies, producing powerful outcomes for apprentices and trainees. To learn more about us, please visit our website www.aigroupapprentices.com.au
Further information: Electrical Apprenticeship - Australian Industry Group Apprentice and Trainee Centre
Mazda Apprentice Technician (Eagers Automotive)
Applications are welcome from school leavers.
Further information: Apprentice Technician | Mazda Job in Newstead, Brisbane QLD - SEEK
Varley 2027 Apprentice Intake - Narangba
Auto Electrician Apprentice
Cert III Automotive Electrical Technology – (AUR30320)
Cert III Automotive Manufacturing Technical Operations - Bus, Truck and Trailer – (AUM30218)
Further information: Apprenticeship Program - Varley Group
Wagners 2027 Apprenticeship Program
Wagers are seeking motivated individuals to work in their Toowoomba and Brisbane facilities who are passionate about an apprenticeship in one of these trade areas:
- Boilermaker
- Electrician
- Fitter and Turner
- Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanic - Diesel
Further information: Position Description
Tesla 2027 Vehicle Technician Apprenticeship Program - Brisbane
This 3-year Apprenticeship Program is your opportunity to gain hands-on experience through full-time work in our Service Centres, while simultaneously studying to obtain a nationally recognised qualification (Certificate III in Automotive Electric Vehicle Technology).
Further information: Apprenticeship Programme | Tesla Australia
Monitor Apprenticeship Job Alerts:
Sites include:
- Apprenticeship Central Job Search Results | Apprenticeship Central
- Busy at Work Employment Services | Apprenticeships | BUSY At Work
- MEGT Job Board – Browse Open Roles & Apply Today
- MRAEL Home | MRAEL
- Seek SEEK - Australia's no. 1 jobs, employment, career and recruitment site
Free Apprenticeships for Under 25s - Queensland Government
Free Apprenticeships for Under 25s covers the cost of your training when you choose a high-priority apprenticeship or traineeship.
To be eligible, you must:
- be currently employed as a Queensland apprentice or trainee (under a training contract) in a high-priority apprenticeship and traineeship qualification
- have commenced (or were already undertaking) your apprenticeship or traineeship between 1 January 2021 and 30 June 2027
- be aged under 25.
If you want to start training under Free Apprenticeships for Under 25s, follow our steps to get started in an apprenticeship or traineeship.
More information: Free Apprenticeships for Under 25s - qld.gov.au
Year 12s that Love Sport and Business
Consider the Broncos partnership with TAFE Queensland courses:
- SIS50321 Diploma of Sport / BSB50420 Diploma of Leadership and Management
Years 11 and 12 in 2027
Queensland School of Film and Television
Applications are now open for the school-program CUA31020 Certificate III in Screen and Media for students in Years 11 or 12 in 2027.
Please note: Enrolment involves missing an afternoon of school a week to attend the course.
Please see Mr Gray in the VET and Careers Office for more information before enrolling.
Brisbane Northwest Trade Training Centre course EOIs are open for students in Years 11 and 12 in 2027
Courses include:
- AUR20720 Certificate II in Automotive Vocational Preparation
- UEE22020 Certificate II in Electrotechnology (Career Start)
- 11054NAT Certificate II in Plumbing Services – Yrs 10 & 11 only
- RII20120 Certificate II in Resources & Infrastructure Work Preparation
- AHC20422 Certificate II in Horticulture
- HLT23221 Certificate II in Health Support Services
- HLT33021 Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance Cert II Health is a prerequisite
Brisbane North West Technical Trade Training Centre
Please note: Enrolment involves missing a day of school a week to attend the course.
Please see Mr Gray in the VET and Careers Office for more information before enrolling.
Mater Education Applications Open for 2027
Enrolments for Mater Education Ltd (RTO No: 5210) are now open for are open for students in Years 10, 11 and 12 in 2027.
HLT23221 Certificate II in Health Support Services over two terms, with the option to continue into a HLT33115 Certificate III in Health Services Assistance.
Please note: Enrolment involves missing a day of school a week to attend the course.
Please see Mr Gray in the VET and Careers Office for more information before enrolling.
TAFE at Schools Applications Open for 2027
TAFE at Schools applications are open for students in Years 11 and 12 in 2027.
Courses include:
- 10972NAT Certificate IV in Justice Studies
- ICT30120 Certificate III in Information Technology
- CHC30125 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and care
- AUR21520 Certificate II in Automotive Cylinder Head Reconditioning
TAFE at School Course Guide - Greater Brisbane Region by TAFE Queensland - Issuu
Please note: Enrolment involves missing a day of school a week to attend the course.
Please see Mr Gray in the VET and Careers Office for more information before enrolling.