ALUMNI & CAREERS

CAREERS

from Brenna Loe, Careers & Pathways Leader

Email: Brenna.Loe@education.vic.gov.au

Phone: 5277 1177

At Western Heights College we recognise the importance of career development and understand that every student has unique aspirations which lead to different pathways and goals. Our aim is to support students through the transitional periods in their life and provide them with the latest information that will equip them to make decisions about their future career and life beyond school.

What the Western Heights College Careers and Pathways team can assist you with

Please get in touch with any questions that you may have about pathways or careers, or drop in and see Ms Loe in the Blue Building.

Tax File Number (TFN)

Any student will need a tax file number if they start work (part-time and full-time) and all students planning on a tertiary education require one when they start. Importantly, current Year 12 students are reminded that they cannot enrol in a CSP (Commonwealth Support Place) course at university without a Tax File Number, so it is worthwhile getting an application submitted early! 

Students must apply for a TFN online and have their identity verified through an interview at a participating Australia Post office. To apply and also to find out about participating Post Offices, visit TFN Application.

Red Rooster

Part Time jobs: AVAILABLE NOW at multiple locations

If you are over 15yo+ and seeking flexible after school/weekend employment, then Red Rooster is interested in YOU! The Red Rooster Geelong Group consists of these stores, and all need new people!

1. Geelong (Corner Fyans St & LaTrobe Tce) 
2. Geelong Bypass North (BP Service Centre Ring Road, Lovely Banks side) 
3. Geelong Bypass South (BP Service Centre Ring Road, Corio side) 
4. Waurn Ponds (Waurn Ponds Plaza) 

All shifts will be after school and weekends,  and you can be rostered to work anytime within these ranges:

1. Mon to Fri  4:30pm  -  10:15pm 
2. Sat + Sun  9:00am  -  10:15pm dependent on the location.

They are also looking for Shift Supervisors at all 4 locations for those who are 18yo+. Red Rooster celebrate diversity and individuality, so anyone can apply, and the safety of their product, people and customers is always a top priority. As a Crew Member you will maintain a well presented, clean and safe restaurant whilst utilising your strong time management and multi-tasking skills during the peak periods in the restaurants.  

Do you have what it takes? If you're interested, please email your resume using the template below to: kmjlfox@gmail.com

"Dear Mark and Kristen Fox, I am a student seeking employment within the Red Rooster Geelong Group stores. My resume is attached to this email. 

Regards, ________________ "

Academic Excellence Scheme

From this year, the University of Sydney has introduced the Academic Excellence Scheme to recognise domestic students who achieve high performance in higher levels of English and mathematics by applying adjustment factors to boost their selection rank for eligible courses.  

A student's ATAR will not change; however, their selection rank can increase for particular courses based on these subject-related adjustment factors.

Students considering studying at the University of Sydney in 2024 or beyond, are recommended to find out more at Academic Excellence Scheme.

Career as an Intelligence & Policy Analyst

The Your Career website states that Intelligence and Policy Analysts collect and analyse information and data to produce intelligence and to develop and analyse policies guiding the design, implementation and modification of government and commercial operations and programs.

The Good Careers Guide website states that Policy Analysts develop and advise on policies that guide government and commercial departments and organisations.

Some of the day-to-day tasks of include – 

• organising, collecting, collating and analysing data, and developing intelligence information, such as electronic surveillance
• compiling and distributing intelligence information using briefings, maps, charts, reports and other methods
• liaising and consulting with program administrators and other interested parties to identify policy needs
• reviewing existing policies and legislation to identify anomalies and out-of-date provisions

To become an Intelligence and Policy Analyst, a student usually needs a bachelor degree in intelligence operations, political science, international relations, or another related field to work as an Intelligence or Policy Analyst.  It is also quite common to complete postgraduate studies.

There are a number of universities in Victoria that offer courses, or majors within other courses, related to political science and international relations.  Some of these include –

• Bachelor of International Studies at Deakin University
• Bachelor of Global Studies at La Trobe University
• Bachelor of Politics, Philosophy and Economics at La Trobe University 
• Bachelor of Politics, Philosophy and Economics at Monash University
• Bachelor of International Studies at RMIT University
• Bachelor of International Studies (Development) at RMIT University
• Bachelor of International Studies (Global Security) at RMIT University
• Bachelor of Arts (majoring in politics, power and technology) at Swinburne University 
• Bachelor of Arts (majoring in politics and international studies) at University of Melbourne 

Agriculture Degrees in Victoria in 2023  

Growing enough food to sustain the world is one of the biggest challenges the world is facing in the 21st century. Below are several degrees that prepare students to become experts in the science of agriculture, so they can take on an advisory role in agriculture and farming practices.  For a comprehensive list of courses (including the many double-degree options) on offer at Victorian universities, TAFEs, and Private Providers, visit VTAC.

McDonald's careers webinar

BNLLEN (Banyule Nillumbik Local Learning & Employment Network) has partnered with McDonald’s, one of the largest employers of youth in Australia to run a careers webinar on Wednesday 15 February, 9.30am-11am.

McDonald’s will present a business overview and talk about different job roles available within the organisation. Young people will also be shown how to search for placement opportunities through the Structured Workplace Learning portal as well as applying for a job at McDonald’s through their online application process.

Students interested please contact Ms Loe by Monday 13 February.