Competitions, activities and events

What: ACU Talk With Series

Who: Students interested in learning more about ACU courses and graduate experiences

When:

More info: Register at Talk with Industry Series and also watch recordings of earlier webinars that have taken place.

What: Billy Blue College Bright Awards

Who: Year 10 – 12 students.

When: Open now until 4 November

More info: Aims to recognise up-and-coming designers and support the future of the arts in high schools across Australia. Categories include 3D Animation; Fashion, Film, Games, Graphic Design, Interior Design, Photography, UX and Wed Design. Includes monetary prizes to help kick start creative dreams. https://bit.ly/3xm8Z2x

What: Bond Medical Information Session

Who: Senior students, especially Year 12s interested in obtaining more information about the Bond Medicine Program

When: 16 November

More info: The registration page for our upcoming Medical Program info session on the 16 November is now live: https://bond.edu.au/event/72191/medical-program-information-session-2023-intake We have also included registration links on the Med Program Page (under key dates and deadlines) and the important dates and deadlines page.

What: Careers with STEM Healthy Soils Competition

Who: Year 7-10 Students with an interest in Science, Soil, Agriculture, Climate Change, Conservation and creative solutions to real world problems.

When: Open now, register by 4 Sept and submit entry by 25 Oct, 2022.

More info: healthy soil plays a key role in our food security, health, clean water, eco services and climate. Yet healthy soil is an underrated resource. To enter this competition, simply come up with a compelling way to explore the wonderful world of healthy soil and highlight why it's so important to agriculture and climate. Be creative! You can enter in any digital format. Prizes include a $500 JB HiFi Voucher for the entrant and $1000 for their school. Details here.

What: Cybersecurity with La Trobe University, Quantum Victoria and Cisco Network Academy

Who: Students in Year 9 - 12 interested in finding out more about careers and pathways connected with the multitude of opportunities associated with cyber security. Also those keen to improve their skills and awareness with regards to personal privacy.

When: Varies

More info: La Trobe University, Quantum Victoria and Cisco Network Academy have partnered together to help students develop skills and awareness in personal privacy and cybersecurity. With six programs onsite or online to choose from, why not encourage students to test their skills in a cybersecurity escape room, engage with a ‘Genius Armoury’, learn the basic tools in an introduction to cybersecurity and more. 

Register your interest and/or find out more here.

What: Defence Force Recruiting

Who: Students interested in roles within the Defence Force.

When: Various dates and sessions with current members of the Army, Air force and Navy

More info: www.defencejobs.gov.au/events 

What Deakin Accelerate Webinar

Who: Current Year 11 students interested in exploring higher education studies with Deakin.

When: Wednesday 12 October, 2022, 6-7pm, online

More info: Register here

What Endeavour College of Natural Health Open Day

Who: Students interested in Endeavour course offerings and campuses.

When: Saturday 15 October, 2022, 10am – noon and Virtual Open Day 26 October

More info: Open Day - Endeavour College Open Day | Endeavour College  and Virtual Open Day - Virtual Open Day | Endeavour College

What: Environment Careers – Finding opportunities to work for nature

Who: Current students interested in an environmental career path

When: Thursday 13 October, 7pm – 8.30pm, Webinar

More info: Register Here. Listen to real experiences about careers and opportunities to work in nature with interviews, panel discussion and Q&As. We will cover:

• what inspired our interviewees to work in the field
• how they found their current position
• which experiences helped them along their journey
• what qualifications and skills are useful
• advice to those starting out
• how environmental volunteering helped

The webinar will feature a panel discussion and an opportunity to ask questions. We recommend this webinar for students, career advisors, environmental groups seeking younger members and anyone looking to work in the environmental field.

What: JMC Canvas Mixtapes Competition

Who: Open to high school students Year 9-12 with a knack for creating, mixing and remixing music.

When: Open now until 31 October 2022

More info: JMC Academy is super proud to announce our first ever remix competition. The aim of this competition is to encourage high school students who have a keen interest in audio and music production to further develop their skills and to push the boundaries on creativity. Students have the opportunity to remix, reinterpret, and rework the original upcoming single, “Hard Truth” by JMC Academy alumni band, Patient Lounge. Details and prize info available The Mixtapes Competition 2022 | Mixtapes Competition 2022 (jmcacademy.edu.au)

What: JMC Canvas Songwriting Competition

Who: JMC Academy is proud to announce our first ever songwriting competition for students across Years 9-12. The aim of the competition is to highlight the talent of high-school songwriters from across the country and to showcase the creativity of young people.

When: Open now until 31 October 2022

More info: Participants need to submit a demo of an original song (that they’ve written individually or as a team) and the lyrics to the song in written form. Full details and prize info available JMC Songwriting Competition 2022 | Songwriting Competition 2022 (jmcacademy.edu.au)

What: Melbourne Fashion Week

Who: Students with a passion for fashion

When: Variety of activities over the week 10-16 October

More info: https://mfw.melbourne.vic.gov.au/ 

Also note that LCI is running a Pop-up Studio during this week at the Collins St Gallery, Sofitel Hotel and students can book in for a 20min tour and talk of this space with Todd Heggie at LCI (see invite attached)

What: MyFuture Industry Insights Webinar - Fashion

Who: Students and career influencers, interested in careers and pathways connected with the Fashion industry. 

When: 9 November, 4-5pm, online

More info: https://myfuture.edu.au/footer/assist-others/webinars#/ 

What: Mystate Student Film Festival

Who: Any student interested in film, music and performing arts.

When: Open now until 21 October

More info: The MyState Student Film Festival is back again for another year of fun, creativity and exploration. You can enter an original short film in whatever genre you like — drama, comedy, action, documentary, animation or even a music video. The story, setting, plot and style are all completely up to you. Entry to the MyState Student Film Festival is free and students from Kindergarten to University are eligible to submit their films and have the chance to share in thousands of prizes.

Find out more and enter here: https://www.mystatefilmfestival.com.au/the-festival/festival-information/

What: Ocean Youth Melbourne Information Session

Who: Students interested in careers connected with marine science

When: Monday 28 November, 7-8pm, Online

More info: Register here

What: Parliament Victoria Work Experience Placements Term 1 or 2 2023

Who: Students in Year 10 in 2023

When: Applications are open now for this program

More info: Click here 

Applications are open for the 2022 Parliament of Victoria work experience program. This program provides an opportunity for Victorian secondary students to undertake a one-week placement in either the Parliamentary Sitting or Parliamentary Services program in Term 1 or Term 2 2022. 

• The Parliamentary Sitting program is offered in sitting weeks and is suitable for students interested in politics, economics and/or legal studies. During this placement, students will work with staff who directly support the sittings.
• The Parliamentary Services program is offered in both sitting and non-sitting weeks. During this placement, students would work with staff from their nominated professional service area that supports the day-to-day business of Parliament. These areas include; human resources, learning and development, finance, information technology, facilities management and maintenance, community engagement, broadcasting, and hospitality.

What: Santos Science Experience

Who & More Info: Year 9 and 10 students are welcome to apply for amazing 3-day science programs running at different locations across Victoria, NSW and Canberra. These events are not to be missed. Research dates and locations via www.scienceexperience.com.au

What: Sony World Photography Award Youth Competition

Who: Young people under 19YO with an interest and passion for photography.

When: Open now until 6 January 2023

More info: For this year’s Youth competition we’re asking you to show us Your Everyday. What does your day-to-day look like? What people surround you? What scenes do you see – bustling streets or idyllic landscapes? Whatever the genre, technique or subject matter, we want to embrace your unique view of the world. Enter up to three images for free now! Find out more and enter here: https://www.worldphoto.org/sony-world-photography-awards/youth

What: University of Melbourne VCE Summer School

Who: Year 11 VCE students

When: 9 – 20 January, 2023

More info: The University of Melbourne Student Union is running their annual VCE Summer School for 2023 Year 12 students. The 2-week program will be run mainly on-campus. Students will be able to get a head start on their studies, develop study skills, and receive tutoring for their Unit 3-4 subjects. 

Current Year 11 VCE students are invited to express an interest in participating in the program by filling out an expression of interest form. Official registrations will open late 2022. 

Regional students can apply to live on campus during the program for a small fee.

https://umsu.unimelb.edu.au/things-to-do/

What: UNSW – Bragg Student Prize for Science Writing

Who: Students in Year 7-10 who are willing to consider STEMs relevance to everyday life.

When: Open now

More info: Write an 800 word essay on the STEM that's part of your everyday life and you could win a $500 voucher plus publication in Australia's most prestigious science writing outlets. More details available here

What: Victorian Police Info Sessions 

Who: Open to all students, especially those considering pursuing a role with Victoria Police

When: Traralgon Session, Tuesday 18 October, 6-7.30pm

More info: www.police.vic.gov.au/police-information-sessions