Transition and Pathways Specialist

The Young Endeavour: 2019 Youth Development Voyages

The Young Endeavour undertakes around 20 voyages each year with 24 young Australians and nine specially trained Royal Australian Navy crew, usually for an eleven-day adventure at sea. The ballot is now open for applications, eligible Australians aged 16 – 23 can apply for Youth Development voyages.

This is an amazing leadership opportunity for Year 10 and 11 students

Please see Mr O'Connell ASAP if you are interested in applying.

For more details check out the Young Endeavour Youth Scheme. 

National Youth Science Forum (NYSF) Year 12 Program - Inspiring Australia's Young Scientists

The NYSF Year 12 Program is a 12-day residential program designed to give students a broader understanding of the diverse study and career options available in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) and to encourage continued studies in these fields.  At the NYSF Year 12 Program run in January each year, participants will:

visit science and technology related laboratories and facilities

go on site tours and listen to lectures

Participants also take part in sessions on entrepreneurship, critical thinking, how to work together effectively, and more. The focus is not solely on academic achievements, but on developing well-rounded individuals who have the skills and confidence to determine their futures.  Applications open 1 March for January 2020.

For further information: NYSF Year 12 Program

Taronga Zoo Work Experience Dubbo

Taronga Western Plains Zoo Dubbo's work experience program is for school students in years 10 - 12 who are interested in pursuing a career in zoo keeping, animal care, tourism, education or zoo horticulture.

If you are interested in applying, speak to Mr O’Connell who will liaise with Taronga on your behalf. Work experience at Taronga Western Plains Zoo Dubbo may be undertaken in the following divisions:

Australian Animals

Birds

Ungulates and Primates

Reptiles and Amphibians

Horticulture

Taronga Wildlife Hospital

For further information: School Work Experience Program

Mr Richard O'Connell | Transition and Pathways Specialist