Careers News 

WHAT A TERM !! 

Excursion - Australian Formula 1 Grand Prix - Albert Park Circuit

Last Thursday some of our Year 11 and 12 students studying VET Engineering or undertaking a School Based Apprenticeship in Automotive went to check out the Grand Prix at Albert Park circuit. There was a lot of educational opportunities to investigate - from careers in the industry, to car design, to STEM activities. It was also great to watch some of the racing from the V8 Supercars and for the Porsche Carrera Cup. It was a brilliantly sunny (and noisy) day. 

Year 10 Work Experience Extension

Well…. the due date has come and gone for students to get their work experience arrangement forms in. It is disappointing to note that not all students lined up a place to undertake this opportunity. It has been decided to allow these students to use the holiday period to find a worthwhile placement. PLEASE MAKE SURE THIS GETS ORGANISED OVER THE NEXT TWO WEEKS!

I have attached another copy of the Arrangement form should you need 

Please bring Work Experience Arrangement forms to the Joseph Centre by Friday 28 April 2023.

Monash Mentor Program Induction 

Our Year 11 and 12 Monash Mentees finally got to meet their Monash Mentors on Tuesday. This induction was held at Naz and introduced the program to the 20 students who have elected to take part in the program. I am looking forward to seeing these relationships develop and our students’ confidence blossom. We cannot underestimate the power of having mentors in our lives. Whether you have one or are one – it is a gift to be or to have an effect on another. We all have a lot to learn as we navigate our way through life and it doesn’t stop when we leave high school behind. 

I wish all our mentors a positive experience this year. 

Get Informed

The best way to make an informed decision is to ‘get out there’, talk to people and listen to information sessions and get workshopping ! 

See below some great holiday workshops and some Term 2 information sessions to put into your calendar.

 School Holiday Program – Angliss Experience Day

Discover what life is like at Angliss with a tour of our award-winning campus facilities, a course presentation, and a chance to put on their chef hat with our hands-on session with our head pastry chefs! 

Students are invited to register for a packed day of activities, including an éclair masterclass, campus tour where they will have access to behind-the-scenes view of facilities, and a delicious BBQ lunch.  Included in the program will be the fun of gaining practical patisserie skills and discovering the exciting opportunities that await students after school.

Date:                     Wednesday 19 April 2023

Time:                    9.00am OR 12.00pm (choose your preference when registering)

Location:             William Angliss Institute, 555 La Trobe St in Melbourne  

Cost:                      $15.00

Places are limited and registration essential.  Register at Angliss Foods Holiday Program.

 Talk with Industry Webinars

In the month of April, ACU will be hosting a series of panel discussions featuring ACU graduates across a range of different professions.  Students are encouraged to register for one or more, and get helpful advice as well as learn more about working in those professions.

 RMIT School Holiday Campus Tours

RMIT will be hosting 2-hourly tours over a few days, and students can register for the days and times that suit them best.  Register is essential and can be made at RMIT School Holiday Campus Tours. 

Monash Uni Event Dates

https://www.monash.edu/discover/events

Click the link above to access the ‘Register Now’ links for specific events

INTERESTED IN A CAREER IN THE DEFENCE FORCES ? 

Please see below some opportunities to get a closer look at the Defence Force for those interested in a possible career. 

You can apply via their website - Jobs List - Defence Work Experience (nga.net.au)

1. Introduction to Navy at HMAS Cerberus

From 17-19 May 2023

Closing Date: 16 April 2023

Link to apply: - Introduction to Navy: HMAS Cerberus (nga.net.au)

1. Army Familiarisation at Puckapunyal

From 24-27 July 2023

Closing Date: 07 May 2023

Link to apply: - Army Familiarisation: Puckapunyal (nga.net.au)

1. Exercise First Look: Indigenous Youth Placement

From 11 September - 15 September 2023

Closing date: 11:30 pm 25 June 2023

Link to apply: - Exercise First Look: Indigenous Youth Placement (nga.net.au)

This program allows Indigenous students from across the country an opportunity to get a taste of life as an Army Solider

Army will book and pay for accommodation, airfares and food

Students from these regions can apply: VIC, ACT, SA, SNSW, TAS and WA

1. Puckapunyal - Army Work Experience Day (Excursion)

01 Sept 2023, email will be sent around 24 April (upon commencement of 2nd term) with further details to register interest.

Attached below is the latest edition of Compass Career News.

Wishing everyone a happy and healthy Easter break ….

Mrs Elena Flodstrom

Careers and Pathways Coordinator