Careers News
Here's a summary of the latest Career News updates with the full Careers Newsletter below.
Items in the 5 June 2026 Career News include –
- Dates to Diarise in Term 2
- Eye Specialists
- Studying Occupational Therapy at La Trobe
- Studying Health Sciences at Deakin
- University of Melbourne – A Day at Melbourne Event
- Melbourne Career Expo 2026
- William Angliss Institute - Discovery Day
- Zoos Victoria Careers Expo 2026
- Criminology and Paralegal Degrees in Victoria in 2026
- Dental Technology & Oral Health Courses in Victoria in 2026
- Snapshot of Federation University Australia in 2026
Items in the 12 June 2026 Career News include –
- Dates to Diarise in Term 2
- News from Monash University
- Monash Fine Art, Design and Architecture Experience Days
- Science Precinct Tours
- The Monash Design Prize
- Make Music with Us
- News from Deakin University
- Difference between Financial Planning, Finance, and Accounting
- Bachelor of Engineering (Industry) at Deakin
- The VU Block Model
- Health Services Assistance (Operating Theatre Technician) at Box Hill Institute
- Career as a Podiatrist
- RMIT University: Useful Career Guides
- Environmental Science Degrees in Victoria in 2026
- Snapshot of The University of Melbourne (UoM) in 2026
JCU Careers in Health webinar – Tuesday 16 June at 7pm
Discover how you can turn your passion for helping people into a successful and rewarding career in health. Explore the wide range of career opportunities in the field of health, from those in allied health to those within pharmacy and medicine.
In addition to having a clearer idea of what health career you might pursue, you’ll also be equipped with the information and insight to confidently prepare for and complete your JCU application for:
- Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS)
- Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS)
Gain a deeper understanding of study pathways, application processes and career options at the Careers in Health Webinar. Register here.
Projects Abroad Online Info Session: Overseas programs for high school students – Tuesday 16 June at 6pm
Join this upcoming Projects Abroad webinar to hear about a range of practical and immersive opportunities for students across the developing and emerging world. The programs are two weeks long and run during the mid-year break and over our summer holidays. They are ideal for individuals or groups of friends. The programs include:
This online information session will include a 30-40 minute presentation followed by live Q&A session. For event details and to book a spot click here. Projects Abroad also provides this Information for parents.
Swinburne Design and Fashion Info Session– Tuesday 23 June, 5pm to 7pm
Join this on-campus event to get all the need-to-know details on studying design and fashion at Swinburne. You’ll get a breakdown of their different courses and majors, hear insights on entry requirements and scholarships, and learn about the state-of-the-art ProtoLAB facilities used by Swinburne design students. It will also cover expert career tips, like how to build a portfolio and gain real industry experience while you study. This info session will include:
- a 60-minute presentation on Swinburne’s design courses and majors, including a Q&A
- networking with Swinburne staff, students and industry partners
- complimentary light refreshments
Visit here for session details and to register.
SAE online Info Session: Creative Industries – Tuesday 23 June, 6pm to 7pm
From content creation and digital media to project management and creative direction, SAE’s creative industries courses are designed to give you adaptable skills for a fast-moving industry. In this session, you’ll see how you can shape your own creative pathway and build a career that evolves with you.
Whether you’re gearing up to finish high school or looking to switch careers and follow your passion, this is the place to figure out your next step with confidence. Register here.
Swinburne Screen and Media Info Session – Wednesday 24 June, 5pm to 7pm
Join this on-campus event to get all the need-to-know details on studying at Swinburne, whether you’re interested in film and TV or media and communication. You’ll get a breakdown of their different courses and majors, learn about entry requirements and scholarships, and get expert career tips. It will also cover how to gain real industry experience while you study, including our global study tour opportunities. This info session will include:
- a 60-minute presentation on Swinburne’s courses and majors, including a Q&A
- networking with Swinburne staff and students
- complimentary light refreshments
Visit here for session details and to register.
SAE online Info Session: VFX & Virtual Production – Wednesday 24 June, 6pm to 7pm
This exclusive online Info Session gives you a front-row seat to all things VFX and virtual production at SAE! Discover how SAE prepares you for careers in film, games and digital media. You’ll explore how students create high-quality visual work using industry-standard tools and workflows.
Whether you’re gearing up to finish high school or looking to switch careers and follow your passion, this is the place to figure out your next step with confidence. Register here.
Whitehouse Institute of Design Studio Lighting and Fashion Photography Workshop – Monday 29 June, 10am to 4pm
This is a hands-on one-day workshop designed for aspiring photographers eager to learn the fundamentals of camera settings, studio lighting, and fashion photography. Whether you're just starting out or looking to strengthen your technical foundation, this workshop will guide you through the essentials – from mastering manual mode to setting up professional lighting and capturing dynamic fashion portraits. Perfect for beginners looking to expand into the world of studio and fashion photography. For event details and to get tickets click here.
RSPCA Victoria Animal Attendant Day, Burwood East – Monday 29 June, 9:30am to 3pm
Are you interested in a career with animals? Come along to experience some of the work undertaken by animal attendants in the animal care industry. Hear from animal care professionals about what their role involves and the pathway that led them to RSPCA Victoria. Discover the role you can play in helping RSPCA as a non-government charity. We will introduce you to the critical roles of volunteers and foster carers and how you can become involved. This program is available to participants aged 13 – 17 years. Find out more and get tickets here.
UNSW Co-op Program Career Chat events – 30 June to 2 July
Choosing a career path is one of the most important - and most daunting - decisions a student can face. That's why Co-op is thrilled to once again host a dynamic series of online career information events, designed to help make that decision a little easier.These sessions shine a light on opportunities across Business, Engineering, and Technology, giving students the chance to hear directly from industry leaders, alumni, and current scholars. Through stories from their own lives and careers, speakers will explore the experiences that shaped their professional journeys and the decisions that helped define their paths, offering insights and inspiration. Visit here for details about these events and to register.
Whitehouse Institute of Design Fashion Illustration Workshop – Saturday 4 July, 10am to 3pm
In this one-day workshop, you will gain an understanding of how to complete Fashion Illustrations. At the end of this workshop, you will have covered illustration content ready for an application to study a creative degree and receive a certificate of completion. The workshop focuses on the following areas of skill development:
- Fashion illustration techniques and methods
- Application of pencils, professional markers, and felt-tip pens for professional rendering
- Fabric texture and surface rendering
- Exploring an individual design aesthetic
This workshop is for aspiring designers as a starting point for those wishing to develop their illustration skills. For event details and to get tickets click here.
Discover ACU Melbourne: Teaching and Education – Wednesday 8 July, 9:45am to 12pm
Join this free Discover ACU Melbourne: Teaching and Education event, designed especially for Year 10–12 students. Take part in hands-on workshops, meet ACU education experts, talk to current students about their experience and find out how you can step into the classroom and make a difference in the lives of others. Guests are welcome to stay back at the end of the event for an optional campus tour. Register here.
Discover ACU Melbourne: Law, Criminology and Business – Wednesday 8 July, 9:45am to 12pm
Join this free Discover ACU Melbourne: Law, Criminology and Business event, designed especially for Year 10 – 12 students. Dive into hands-on workshops, explore ACU’s campus and facilities, and hear from current students about how they’re studying to become ethical lawyers, strategic business leaders, and change-makers in criminal justice. Guests are also welcome to stay back at the end of the event for an optional campus tour. Register here.
Aviation Information Night at Holmes Institute – Friday 10 July at 6pm
Holmes Institute is pleased to invite you to their upcoming Aviation Information Night. This event is designed for students who are considering a future in aviation - whether as a pilot, aviation manger, or in emerging fields like drone operations. You will have the opportunity to:
- Learn more about their programs and the career pathways they can lead to
- Get a hands-on introduction to their flight labs and simulation equipment
- Meet their team of experts and students
This information night is for on-campus attendance only. Register here.
Explore Careers article: Australia’s green jobs boom is already here
Australia will need around 450,000 workers to build its clean energy future by 2030. While scientists and engineers play an important role, most of these jobs are in other fields. From tradespeople and project managers to finance analysts, lawyers and logistics coordinators, the growing green economy will require skilled workers from a wide range of industries. Read more in this recent article from the Explore Careers website: Australia’s green jobs boom is already here.