Careers
Open Days
Most of the TAFE and Uni providers offer an Open Day for students to explore the campus, facilities and courses offered. There is a lot of time and money dedicated to further study and it’s best to be informed as possible about your courses of choice. Here is a list of Open Day coming up in August and September.
Monash Uni Events – Including Peninsula Campus Tour
https://www.monash.edu/discover/events/events-calendar#June_August_events-1
Remember to register for your events of interest.
On behalf of Monash University and Motorsport Australia, engineering student team Monash Motorsport would like to invite your children and students to the 2024 Motorsport Australia Experience! This event will bring real-world engineering experiences centred around motorsport to your students in years 7-10, encouraging an interest in STEM through unique workshops including RC car racing, robot car coding and a chance to have a go in a racing simulator, alongside many more exciting activities!
Experience first-hand, the technology and innovation of Monash University’s engineering teams, get up close with student-built Formula Style cars and discover where motorsport can take you.
The day will begin with presentations from Motorsport Australia, Monash University and Monash Motorsport, an internationally competitive Formula Student team that designs, manufactures and competes with formula style race cars in Australia and overseas. This will be followed by a collection of interactive activities run by Monash Motorsport, alongside a free lunch.
Don’t miss this unique opportunity to show a new exhilarating side of STEM to your students! Incite a life-long interest in STEM and passion for motorsport, as students witness the exciting and innovative day-to-day activities of our Formula Student team. The details of the event are as follows:
Date: Saturday 21 September 2024
Time: 9:00 AM – 4:30
Location: Woodside Building for Technology and Design, 20 Research Way, Monash University, Clayton, VIC 3800
Who: Year 7 – Year 10 students
Cost: Free
Registrations are limited and will be confirmed via email on the basis of students' registration form. This form here must be filled out by parents and contains all the relevant information about the event.
Registrations will be allocated on a first come, first served basis, however a number of positions will be reserved for groups underrepresented in STEM as part of Monash Motorsport's mission to increase engagement.
Parents of the students will need to fill in the following registration form by August 26th.
If you have any questions or queries, please do not hesitate to contact us on the following emails, olivia.dowling@monashmotorsport.com, ally.agha-amira@monashmotorsport.com and tess.walker@monashmotorsport.com.
Code Like a Girl: Virtual Engineers Summit
August 8, 2024
The (online) destination to supercharge your tech career.
We've gathered top tech companies in AU/NZ to come for this once-a-year, half-day event so you can meaningfully upskill, learn from industry pros, and connect with women and non-binary people working in the tech industry.
Uni Melb | eMeet a Biomedical Scientist
August 12 to August 16, 2024
As part of National Science Week, the School of Biomedical Sciences at the University of Melbourne is connecting high school students with our biomedical scientists.
At the heart of multi-disciplinary healthcare teams our Biomedical Scientists are world-renowned. Their research drives the discovery of new medications, vaccines and treatments for many life-threatening diseases.
In these 20-to-30-minute Zoom meetings, our experts will help to inspire the next generation of biomedical scientists.
This is a one-of-a-kind opportunity for students to engage with passionate researchers. Discover how biomedical knowledge from the classroom translates to real-world applications.
Students in Years 9–12 from across metropolitan, regional and rural schools in Victoria are invited to ask questions such as:
- What it’s like to make a major scientific discovery?
- What career pathways are available for budding young Biomedical Scientists?
- How does it feel to change the course of a person’s health and life?
- How do biomedical career pathways take shape?
Big Ideas and Inspiring Careers: Make an impact with a career in biodiversity science
August 16, 2024
Don’t miss this unique opportunity to connect with and learn from exceptional women who are addressing some of the most pressing environmental challenges of our time.
Our panellists are carving diverse and remarkable paths in the fields of wildlife biology, conservation, science communication and marine biology. They will share their career journey and the innovative approaches they are taking to develop successful and meaningful careers.
If you want to be inspired to build an exciting career that makes a real difference, join us for this fantastic event!
Astrophotography Workshop
September 14, 2024
The astrophotography workshop introduces concepts that will assist both the beginner amateur and professional photographer to take stunning photographs of the night sky. Night sky photography is very different to that done in daylight. The afternoon has an array of talks given by experienced and award-winning astrophotographers, with (weather permitting) practical hands-on sessions during the evening at our registered Observatory.
Topics include an introduction to smartphone photography, timelapses, capturing the Aurora Australis, nightscape imaging, deep sky photography and much more.
Dr Karl National Science Week Q&A
August 13, 2024
As we celebrate National Science Week we are kicking off the newly formatted STEM 2024 professional learning series with Dr Karl Kruszelnicki. This year’s National Science Week theme is “Species Survival – More Than Just Sustainability”, so get your questions about threatened species, habitats and all manner of living things ready for Dr Karl!
This live and free event is the chance for students to ask Dr Karl the questions they have always wondered about. Dr Karl encourages curiosity and all questions from attendees are welcome!
Quantum Victoria | Discover Engineering Experience
August 14, 2024
The Virtual Experiences showcase Engineers from different fields highlighting the importance and relevance of Engineering in our society.
Students engage with Engineers and learn about their area of Engineering and their projects through a live Virtual presentation including an interactive Q&A session.
Careers in STEM
August 14, 2024
Discover the diversity of careers in STEM this National Science Week! Are you interested in collecting rocks? Do you like taking things apart to see how they work? Are you always asking WHY or HOW. If so, join us for a different look into Careers in STEM
During the session there will be several short presentations about their journey to their career and what they love about their jobs. There will be an opportunity to ask questions too.
Find out how your passion can lead to a career.
This Inspiring Australia NSW initiative is supported by the Australian Government as part of National Science Week and proudly brought to you by Virtual Excursions Australia.
VTAC | Understanding special consideration (SEAS) and scholarships
August 15, 2024
Finishing year 12 this year? Join the VTAC team for a live webinar which will focus on the application process for special consideration via SEAS, the Special Entry Access Scheme. We'll also cover the VTAC application for scholarships.
You'll have the opportunity to ask questions throughout, so join us to find out everything you need to know about submitting your applications for SEAS and scholarships!
Ms Robyn Cardamone - Clyde North Campus
Ms Melissa Dillon - Cranbourne Campus