Careers
Welcome to Transition and Pathways (careers) for 2021 - here you will find information about exciting opportunities, both actual and virtual; universities; jobs and much more!
GENERAL NEWS AND EVENTS
UAC Applications Open April 1
Applications for study at uni in 2022 are opening this Thursday 1 April. Students will be able to apply for undergraduate study as well as Schools Recommendation Schemes, Educational Access Schemes and Equity Scholarships.
Although not all courses for 2022 will be available, students are encouraged to choose any 2022 course to complete their application and come back later to review and change their preferences as courses come available. All semester 1, 2022 courses will be available from August.
On time applications will close at midnight on Thursday 30 September and Schools Recommendation Schemes will close on Sunday 19 September.
UAC PINs
Students will receive their UAC PIN on Thursday 1 April and will be able to apply straight away. PIN emails will be sent to the email address NESA has on file. Students should check on the application, that their email address a personal one NOT their school email address.
Year 10 Information Evenings | Online and on campus Join in either on campus or online to discover your options at the University of Sydney. Get your questions answered about subject selection, scaling, pre-requisites and assumed knowledge and hear all about university life. | Event dates: Tue 20 April 6-7.30pm, Tue 4 May 6-7.30pm, Thu 6 May 6-7.30pm AEST (online) | https://www.sydney.edu.au/study/events-for-prospective-students/undergraduate.html
Teaching careers with the NSW Department of Education? They can hear current teachers share their experiences of receiving a scholarship and working in NSW public schools on the teach.NSW YouTube page. They can also follow teach.NSW on Facebook or Instagram (@teachNSW) to be notified when scholarships for future teachers open later this year.
Free online course - Introduction to Actuarial Science by the ANU The Australian National University (ANU) is running its popular Introduction to Actuarial Science course for Year 11/12 students in Australia. The purpose of the course is to provide students considering an actuarial career with an interactive introduction to the profession. As such, it is a perfect fit for high school students who are strong in maths to find out if an actuarial degree would be good university program choice for them.The course is FREE for all students.Click here for more information and to register interest
Engineers Australia's Experience it! for female students Years 7-10 University teams facilitating workshops for student groups based on Engineering Design Process, Design Thinking across Civil, Electrical, Chemical, Biomed, Mechanical, Software etc!) DATE:18 May 2021 in collab with NSW's leading Universities: USYD, UNSW, UTS, WSU, Macq, Newcastle, Wollongong, Engineers w'out Borders, Women in Eng. Bookings >31 students Full day in classroom online! Places limited! Study Engineering | Be an Engineer | Engineers Australia
Civil Engineering - Road Designers in Traineeship
The Road Designer in Training program is available to people looking for a career in designing roads while at the same time studying towards a Civil Engineering degree. Trainees will be working on challenging road and infrastructure projects in NSW and being paid!
Offered by Roads and Maritime in conjunction with Western Sydney University, TFor more information on when to apply and how, please contact RDITcoordinator@rms.nsw.gov.au
NIDA Open Day – Saturday 12 June 2021 Annual Open Day. This year, NIDA Open Day will take place in person as well as online, with live streamed undergraduate, postgraduate and vocational course talks, alumni panels, workshops and more! The full schedule will be announced in April, register for updates or contact NIDA on 02 9697 7600 or at info@nida.edu.au.
Digital Parents Showcase free 30 minute video for parents that promotes vocational education and training, industry trends, apprenticeships and traineeships and discusses post school careers options. To register- https://www.skillsone.com.au/digital-parents-showcase/
It’s a common misconception that apprenticeships and traineeships are “trades only” or “male only” study paths. In the current day and age, women working in trades matter; they bring value to an organisation and have the potential to change the future of the workforce.
If you’re a girl and you’re thinking of doing an apprenticeship or traineeship, SkillsRoad has put together a great guide packed with info you need to know about the benefits of a career in trades and the pathways that can get you there.
Check it out here: http://www.skillsroad.com.au/SR/files/df/dfba5a9a-265b-4a65-b0fe-6d38784bdabf.pdf
Charles Sturt Parent Information Sessions Throughout April at all campuses and online, Parent Information Sessions give the opportunity to speak with university representatives, see facilities and learn about course options, accommodation, application process and more. Register now: https://study.csu.edu.au/life/events
Free TAFE NSW Parent and Caregiver Resource Guide A new guide has been developed for parents and/or caregivers to help transition their child into TAFE NSW. Jam packed with all the information that you need to know, the guide can be accessed via the dedicated Parent and/or Caregiver webpage: https://www.tafensw.edu.au/parents-caregivers
NSW Police Force – Recruiting Eligibility Quiz and Certificates You Need
Take the quiz to see if you may be eligible to commence an application to the NSW Police Force.
Further Requirements Include:
‘Aquatic Rescue Sequence’ certification:
First Aid certification:
Typing certificate:
https://www.police.nsw.gov.au/recruitment/eligibility_quiz
Australian Federal Police Entry Level It is anticipated that the 2021 process will open in the coming months. The AFP is interested in attracting individuals who are up for the challenge – both physically and mentally for our entry level recruit – Police Officer and Protective Service Officer roles. If you want to give back to the community, align with our core values of integrity, commitment, accountability, fairness, trust and respect than you are strongly encouraged to apply. To set up a job alert you must first create a profile with the My Career Vacancies Page. Once your profile is created you can manage job alerts via the 'Job Management' tab. https://www.afp.gov.au/careers/entry-level-recruit-policing-and-protective-service-officer-recruitment
uNIVERSITIES AND TAFE
UTS – Discover what engineering at UTS is all about27 April 5.30pm 28 April. 1pm
Learn about the various engineering courses offered at UTS, the subjects involved and engineering career opportunities after graduating. Register today for our live webinar UTS Engineering – an overview
Study an Undergraduate Certificate: these are courses at university that can be completed in a short amount of time, (as little as 6 months). Can be used as a pathway to university or just to get a taste of a course before committing to a whole degree. Or used to upskill and enhance your job prospects. An undergraduate certificate will provide credit into a full degree. There is no prior qualifications necessary and study can be on campus at online, generally across a broad range of faculties.
Western Sydney University’s Online Short Courses - Undergraduate Certificates Whether you are looking to upskill, pursue a new career or challenge yourself by learning something new, Western's range of online short courses are ready for you. Register to attend an online Information Session on Wednesday 7 April at 5pm or apply today. https://www.westernsydney.edu.au/future/study/courses/short-courses-online.html?
Digital Technology Workshops - SCU What is UX? Workshop
21 April. 10.30am to 12.30pm
DIGITREK 21 is a FREE six-week program of digital technology workshops and seminars hosted by TAFE Queensland and Southern Cross University. The online workshops starting in April, will be led by industry specialists and are open to students (of all ages), educators or give others the opportunity to better understand the value of developing their digital skills.
Complete each of the six workshops to receive a unit credit (12 credit points) towards the Bachelor of Information Technology or Bachelor of Business and Enterprise.
https://www.scu.edu.au/engage/events/what-is-ux-workshop.php
ACU | Moving Away from Home Webinar15 June 2021, 6:00 pm Online Although this is presented by ACU the information is useful for any student moving away from home.
Explore your accommodation options and hear tips from students who moved away from home to come and study at ACU.
Find out more: https://www.acu.edu.au/about-acu/events/2021/june/moving-away-from-home
The best universities to study medicine in Australia https://www.australiancareersservice.com.au/industry-news/the-best-universities-to-study-medicine-in-australia
The best universities for sciences in 2021 Some of the majors available in science include astronomy; biotechnology; chemistry; food science and technology; geology; marine science; medical science; meteorology; physics and zoology. https://www.australiancareersservice.com.au/industry-news/the-best-universities-for-sciences-in-2021
UAC Digital | Let’s Chat - Information for HSC students and parents to break down what it is required to pursue a career in the following: Teaching Webinar27 May 2021, 6:00 pm Online Find out more:https://uacdigital.easywebinar.live/teaching Health Science Webinar12 May 2021, 6.00pm Online. Find out more: https://uacdigital.easywebinar.live/healthscience Construction and Engineering Webinar 19 May 2021, 6.00pm Online. Find out more: https://uacdigital.easywebinar.live/construction-engineering
Australian Catholic University - Talk with: Nurses, Midwives and Paramedics. Date 20 April 2021 Time 6pm Register: https://www.acu.edu.au/about-acu/events/2021/april/talk-with-nurses-midwives-and-paramedics Business and IT Professionals Date 21 April 2021 Time 6pm Register: https://www.acu.edu.au/about-acu/events/2021/april/talk-with-business-and-it-professionals Lawyers Date 22 April 2021 Time 6pm Register: https://www.acu.edu.au/about-acu/events/2021/april/talk-with-lawyers
Westerns’ School of Computer, Data & Mathematical Sciences – invites you to participate in a series of webinars for senior high school students designed to allow students to explore career opportunities in CDMS related careers. For further info, dates and details: https://www.westernsydney.edu.au/schools/socdms/events/multiply_your_opportunities?cid=em:CAA-news-cdms-info-page-egmt_Mar21
Virtual tours of university campuses
The following links will allow you to have a look at the participating universities on line, giving a good overview of of what to expect and how you would fit
NSW
Australian Catholic University, North Sydney Campus:https://www.acu.edu.au/locations/north-sydney/north-sydney-virtual-tour
Australian Catholic University, Strathfield Campus:https://www.acu.edu.au/locations/strathfield/strathfield-virtual-tour
Macquarie University:https://page.mq.edu.au/campus-tours.html
University of New England:https://www.une.edu.au/study/study-on-campus/campus-tours
University of New South Wales:http://360tour.unsw.edu.au/
University of Newcastle:https://www.newcastle.edu.au/open-day/campus-tours
University of Sydney:http://tour.sydney.edu.au/
University of Technology Sydney:https://www.uts.edu.au/future-students/undergraduate/why-uts/experience-uts-vr
University of Wollongong:https://www.uow.edu.au/about/locations/campus-map/virtual-tours/
Western Sydney University:https://www.westernsydney.edu.au/future/student-life/events/campus-tours.html
VIC
Australian Catholic University, Melbourne Campus:https://www.acu.edu.au/locations/melbourne/melbourne-virtual-tour
Australian Catholic University, Ballarat Campus:https://www.acu.edu.au/locations/ballarat/ballarat-virtual-tour
Deakin University:https://openday.deakin.edu.au/campuses/
Federation University:https://federation.edu.au/virtualtour
La Trobe University, Melbourne Campus:https://www.latrobe.edu.au/melbourne/virtual-tour
Monash University:https://www.monash.edu/virtual-tours
RMIT:https://www.rmit.edu.au/study-with-us/virtual-campus-tour
Swinburne University:https://www.swinburne.edu.au/virtual-tour/360/photos/
University of Melbourne:https://study.unimelb.edu.au/discover/virtual-tour
Victoria University:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL3y_wByS2sRPafspC45HiKnnLqzejFYqs
ACT
Australian Catholic University, Canberra Campus:https://www.acu.edu.au/locations/canberra/canberra-virtual-tour
Australian National University: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLMcpKDHnkVSLSuvdK–ON8CN9QmgJ8Mbb
University of Canberra:https://www.canberra.edu.au/on-campus/campus-tours/virtual-tours
Careers Expos
iWorkinSport Education Virtual Expo
6 April - 8 April 2021 Online
This is from a European and American perspective but may give an idea of what is out there. The iWorkinSport Education Virtual Expo is the first-ever digital admissions fair for top sport management programmes,The first-of-its-kind digital event is designed to allow all interested in a career in sport to digitally connect and interact with some of the best sports management programmes in the world.
Find out more: https://www.iworkinsport.com/eve
ACN Nursing & Health Virtual Expo 24 April
SPE Virtual Career Pathways Fair 27 to 29 April
Year13 Expo 17 to 19 May
Creative Careers Expo 2021 10 & 11 June
Western Victorian Careers Expo 2021 22 June
Australian Virtual Careers Expo 2021 18 & 19 July
Australian Virtual Careers Expo 2021
18 July 2021, 9:00 am - 19 July 2021, 5:00 pm Online
Welcome to the Australian Virtual Careers Expo! Boasting exhibitors from all over Australia including 7 of the 8 ‘Group of Eight’ universities, TAFE and training colleges, study and career advisers, employers, apprenticeship and traineeship providers, international exchange and gap year programs, tFind out more: https://www.acexpo.com.au/
Medicine and health
Notre Dame | Doctor of Medicine Info Session14 April 2021, 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm Online
Join our online info session to learn more about studying the Doctor of Medicine at Notre Dame UniversityWe’ll also provide you with important information about how to apply, plus you’ll hear from current Medical students about their experience studying at Notre Dame University.
Find out more: https://www.notredame.edu.au/events-items/current/doctor-of-medicine-info-session
UAC Digital | Let’s Chat – Medicine 28 April 2021, 6:00 pm Online
In this session we’ll provide HSC students and their parents with information about applying to study Medicine at NSW unis. A panel of experts from NSW universities will provide an overview of each Medicine course they offer. We’ll also discuss:
- the difference between undergraduate Medicine and postgraduate Medicine courses
- admission requirements and ATAR requirements
- the University Clinical Aptitude Test (UCAT)
- pathways to Medicine if you don’t meet the admission requirements
- how to apply.
And we’ll give answers to the most commonly asked questions!
Find out more: https://uacdigital.easywebinar.live/medicine
Medicine Information Nights - Charles Sturt University A great opportunity for anyone interested in studying Doctor of Medicine in 2022 and beyond. The nights include key course information, entry requirements, application process, scholarships and more. Online registration required as numbers at each event are limited. Online–Tues 4 May To book: https://study.csu.edu.au/med-info-night
Open days
CQUniversity Australia Virtual Open Day – 17 April 2021 Join CQUni at the April Virtual Open Day, to discover CQUni’s huge range of courses available to study online or on campus. Chat with course lecturers, attend webinars, download resources, and learn about CQUni’s outstanding range of support services, all from the comfort of your living room. For more info, to register, or to find out about all virtual events, visit cqu.edu.au/virtualactivities.
SCHOLARSHIPS
Tertiary Access Payment (TAP) -A $5000 payment is now available to school-leavers from regional or remote areas who move away from home to take full-time, higher-level tertiary education. Macquarie University manages the Tertiary Access Payment (TAP) program for the Commonwealth. Applications close March 1 2021
Gallipoli Scholarship – CLOSING DATE EXTENDED
Value: $6,000 AUD per year
Open/Closing Dates: November 1, 2020 – March 1, 2021
Find out more
RSPCA Pet Insurance Future Animal Carer’s Grant
Value: $5,000 AUD
Open/Closing Dates: February 1, 2021 – October 31, 2021
RSPCA aims to provide support to people who are interested in getting into roles which are related to Veterinary Medicine, Animal Care and Animal Sciences by providing the RSPCA Pet Insurance Future Animal Carer’s Grant.
ANU Tuckwell Scholarship Applications for 2022 open soon
Scholars are selected on the basis of intellect, character, leadership and their commitment to Australia.
How to apply:
https://tuckwell.anu.edu.au/apply
Western Sydney University Scholarships https://www.westernsydney.edu.au/future/why-western/scholarships.html
EARLY ENTRY
It is important to be aware that information regarding early entries to universities will be posted in the Year 12 classroom and on Compass. Some will open as early as March!
ANU Direct Entry Open now Closes May 24
ACU Guarantee entry program Tuesday 8 June, 3.30 – 4.30pm AEST Register here: https://www.acu.edu.au/study-at-acu/career-advisors/advisory-conference Find out about ACU's early entry program which allows students to have a guaranteed offer in 2021.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Reminder – University of Sydney Chemical Engineering Work Experience
3 May – 5 May 2021
Years: 10
Applications close soon Thursday 31 March
Hosted at the School of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, we offer work experience placements for Year 10 students who want to learn more about chemical engineering.
By participating in our interactive activities, students will gain insight into various industries where chemical engineers work and career pathways for chemical engineers. You'll undertake activities in areas that concern our industry partners.
Students will also be introduced to cutting edge research where chemical engineers apply their ingenuity, innovation and creativity to find solutions to the ‘real-world’ problems that are facing our communities.
While you're with us, you may have the opportunity to learn about plasma and how it can be used in medicine and agriculture, learn how to make membranes to clean and recycle water, and see chemistry in action by making liquid nitrogen ice cream.
https://sydney.au1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6JMfXJDp6TrCrwW
Work Experience at the Australian Museum 2021 Program
The Australian Museum will be running a work experience program in Term 3 and 4 2021.
More information and the application form, visit:
https://australianmuseum.net.au/get-involved/work/experience/
Work Experience with Museum of Applied Arts & Sciences
We are committed to inspiring creativity and curiosity through placement programs at the Powerhouse Museum and Sydney Observatory that enhance students’ educational experiences.
Our Secondary Student Placement Program provides a snapshot into the world of museums and cultural institutions. It gives high-school students a taste of an industry that they might one day be part of.
This program can be used as part of a secondary student’s work experience requirement in Year 10, 11 and 12.
ANU Astronomy Work Experience
The Mount Stromlo Observatory offers a limited number of work experience places to year 10, 11 and 12 students each year. These placements are typically one week in duration and students work on an astronomical project under the supervision of professional astronomers.
Aside from working on their project, work experience students also learn computing skills, attend departmental talks and find out further information about University courses that are available to them and the potential careers paths they may embark https://science.anu.edu.au/study/school-enrichment-outreach/work-experience-research-school-astronomy-and-astrophysics
JOBS/APPRENTICESHIPS/TRAINEESHIPS
(see Mrs Farrugia for details of the positions)
Administration Traineeship Full time at a winery Interested Students can email their Resume to hr@sanspareilestate.com or call the mobile 0408630016.
Griffith Post School Options is offering a Disability Support Worker Traineeship looking for a young person who wishes to start on a rewarding career. For detailed information see Mrs Farrugia
BAKERS DELIGHT is looking for an full time apprentice and / or a school based trainee for baking
Training on the job We are also happy to accommodate and school excursions.
ENQUIRIES contact Sheradine on 69646200 or 0418353421 or see Mrs Farrugia
SJR Industries is looking for a 1st year apprentice. The trade is Engineering Fabrication Cert 3.
TAFE will be in Griffith.
A call Shane on 0402 047158 to make an appointment to call in and see Shane, or email shane@sjrindustries.com.au
GB Sport and Lifestyle: Full time students in Years 11 or 12 who wish to transition out. Office Administration and Retail Traineeship. AND Bicycle Mechanic Sales Traineeship
They need an enthusiastic and motivated person.
Full time Apprentice Cabinetmaker see Mrs Farrugia
Apprentice Air-conditioning and Refrigeration Mechanic full time. See Mrs Farrugia for details.
RC Sports: Full time Indoor Sports Centre Assistant. Great opportunity for someone passionate about sport.
RESOURCES FOR STUDENTS AND PARENTS
Students and/or Parents join the careers websites subscribed to by the College for information about University, Work, TAFE and much more Careers Department https://thecareersdepartment.com/home click ‘Get started creating your account’ under the SCHOOLS option and follow the prompts. Select Marian Catholic College Griffith and use password MCC Study work Grow https://studyworkgrow.com.au sign up as a member using school code MCCG0219 Job Jump https://www.jobjump.com.au/ Go to I’m New and follow the instructions to find the College name and enter the password marian Career Tools www.mcccareers.com. Choose FOR STUDENTS from the to menu bar then CLICK ON Secure students area from the drop down menu and register |
Betsy Farrugia
Transition and Pathways Specialist