OTHER OPPORTUNITIES
WA POLICE RECRUIT INFORMATION SESSION
Thursday 4 August | 5:30pm - 7:30pm | WA Police Academy, Joondalup
People who have an interest in a career as a Police Officer and are 18 years of age or older are encouraged to attend a Recruit Information Session. Please be advised the Recruit Information Session provides information on the Police Officer role and recruitment process.
Recruit Information Sessions include presentations by WA Police Force Recruiting Personnel, Police Recruits and other members of the Western Australia Police Force and provide an overview of the recruitment and selection process, training requirements and job specific information relevant to a career as a police officer.
CAMP AMERICA 2023 ONLINE INFORMATION SESSION
Tuesday 9 August | 7:00pm - 8:00pm | Online
Summer Camps are looking for you! Teach your skills all summer, make a difference and meet great mates on your next adventure. Stop dreaming and start your next adventure by joining us for an online information session from the comfort of your home.
We’ve got heaps of tips and tricks to make your dreams a reality and make your application stand out. Get a full rundown of what your Camp America Experience could look like. Bring mum, dad and your best friend - all are welcome.
SAE CREATIVE FUTURES
Thursday 13 October | 5:30pm - 7:30pm | Perth
Wednesday 19 October | 5:00pm - 7:30pm | Online
We’re opening our campus doors and giving you the chance to chat with our industry experts, who are ready to answer all your questions about studying and working in creative fields.
This free event is exclusively for high school students in Years 11 and 12. Chat to your careers teacher today for more information on how to register.
DISCOVER ACAP ONLINE INFORMATION SESSIONS
Tuesday 23 August - Thursday 25 August | 6:30pm - 8:30pm | Online
Thinking of gaining your first qualification, up-skilling or changing careers? Then a Discover ACAP information session is for you. In this series of online information sessions you will be immersed in knowledge, with experienced educators, knowledgeable course advisors and seasoned students sharing their insights.
Hear about courses in coaching, counselling, criminology, management, psychology and social work. You will also learn about:
- Specific course content and potential career prospects
- What it is really like to study at ACAP, based on first-hand experiences
- The application process
- FEE-Help
- Resources, study options and the benefits of studying at ACAP
BIGGEST SCIENCE LAB EVER
Saturday 13 August and Sunday 14 August | 10:00am - 4:00pm | WA Museum Boola Bardip, Perth
Help us celebrate National Science Week with activities taking place in the Biggest Science Lab ever. It’s sure to be scien-terrific!
Whether you’re a science novice or nerd, we’ve got some enjoyable events for the whole family. Make sure you don’t miss anything across this bonanza weekend by following the science trail to all our activity spaces.
Look out for maker spaces, drop-in zones, pop-up presentations and lectures from experts in their field plus much, much more.
MATHSCRAFT WORKSHOP FOR YEAR 5-10 STUDENTS
Tuesday 16 August | 10:00am - 11:30am | Online
How does a mathematician think about and solve problems? What does doing maths look like?
MATRIX invites students in Years 5-10 to join us during National Science Week for a MathsCraft event and experience what makes research mathematicians love maths.
You’ll have the opportunity to work on some really interesting and challenging maths problems.
Teachers and parents/caregivers are also invited to join online to audit the session.
STEM SPEED NETWORKING
Saturday 20 August | 10:30am - 4:00pm | State Library of Western Australia
This is a unique opportunity for students to meet with inspiring female role models working in Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths. Designed for students in Years 10-12, you will speak one-on-one with a number of different Women in STEM about their day-to-day work and career pathway. You will have a few minutes to talk to each mentor, learn about their career stories and ask questions, before moving onto the next.
Our mentors range from technical experts and managers with decades of experience to early-career professionals and graduates. Mentors speak to students about their career journey and what day-to-day life is like working in their field. Combined, their stories and experiences will help students understand the awesome array of opportunities that await in the world of STEM.
DEFENCE WORK EXPERIENCE OPPORTUNITIES
• ARMY FAMILIARISATION: Wednesday 14 September - Thursday 15 September or Tuesday 1 November - Wednesday 2 November
This two day placement looks at the range of career options available in the Army for both officers and enlisted ranks across full-time and reserve rolls. Students will have the opportunity to experience aspects of being a solider such as infantry, medical, drivers and vehicles, and physical training. Applications for the September dates close on Sunday 31 July and Sunday 18 September for the November dates.
• NAVY FAMILIARISATION: Wednesday 5 October - Friday 7 October
Over three days, students will have the opportunity to experience the wide range of careers available with the Navy. Students will be welcomed on board HMAS Stirling where they will visit a range of units including The Dive Squad, RAN School of Sea Survivability and Fleet Support Services, as well as touring a platform and participating in leadership development and physical training. Applications close on Sunday 28 August.
• AIR FORCE FAMILIARISATION: Tuesday 15 November
Visit RAAF Base Pearce for one day and learn about the different platforms and facilities that are used to train pilots as well as the wide range of other careers in the Air Force.
Applications close on Sunday 25 September.