Careers News
School Holiday programs
School holidays are a great time to research future course and career options. Many of the TAFE’s and Universities are offering great programs allowing students to sample the program and speak with the teachers. Some programs have a cost and students must register before attending as numbers will be capped.
Chisholm Institute
Tech Games Fest 2019
Dates: Saturday 29 June to Monday 1 July, 2019
Time: 10am to 6pm
Location: Chisholm TAFE, Building D, Fletcher Road, Frankston
Register HERE: chisholm.edu.au/tgf
Now in its fifth year, Tech Games Fest (TGF) will be held at Chisholm’s Frankston location during the school holidays from 29 June to July 1. The annual three-day event is an opportunity for secondary school students, their parents and the general public who are interested in gaming and technology to learn and network with other like-minded people and industry representatives, and get information about a career in the ICT industry.
TGF is free to attend and will feature gaming, networking, programming, virtual reality, ethical hacking, pop culture, card and board games, e-sports tournaments, video games, talks from industry sponsors and more, including the popular cosplay competition.
9 - 12 July 2019 – Frankston Campus from 9.30 am to 3.30 pm
Workshops are aimed at students in Years 9 - 12 (aged 14 to 19) to assist in exploring different career paths and courses that are available during and post school. These workshops are also an opportunity to learn new skills and make new friends.
Each workshop costs $15, includes a light lunch and will run for approximately five hours covering a range of subject areas. Students who have participated in these workshops have found it helpful in making informed subject choices and identifying a clearer career and study pathway.
Bookings are essential
Tuesday 9 July
Wednesday 10 July
Thursday 11 July
Friday 12 July
If you have any questions regarding the Winter school holiday workshops, please contact Chisholm at studentrecruitment@chisholm.edu.au
Monash University
Year 8 Challenge
Monday 1 – Wednesday 3 July | 9.00am – 3.30pm | $300 | Monash University, Clayton Campus
Dive into the wonderful world of engineering with 7 exciting workshops run by our experts across a range of engineering disciplines.
Find out more and register: https://www.monash.edu/engineering/challenge
Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences Campus Tour, Clayton
Tuesday 2 July | 11.00am – 1.00pm
Monash University, Clayton Campus
Thursday 4 July | 11.00am – 12.30pm
Monash University, Peninsula Campus
The Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences at Monash University is opening its doors for you this winter break.
Experience what it’s really like to study a career in health at Monash by exploring our facilities and catching up with some of our staff and students.
Tuesday 2 July | 10.00am – 11.00am | Monash University, Clayton Campus
Thursday 4 July | 10.00am – 11.00am | Monash University, Clayton Campus
Tuesday 9 July | 10.00am – 11.00am | Monash University, Clayton Campus
Thursday 11 July | 10.00am – 11.00am | Monash University, Clayton Campus
If you would like to take a closer look and see where you could be studying next year, this is a great chance to visit our brilliant science facilities and student spaces. Get a feel for campus life and have a chat with some of our science students and staff. Also, if you need some course advice we can help with that as well.
Find out more and register: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/monash-science-precinct-tour-tickets-58770853204
Wednesday 10 July | 9.00am – 3.00pm | Monash University, Clayton Campus
Coding is the language of the future. At our Conquering Code workshop you’ll be inspired and learn from incredible female role models, including those studying IT at Monash. Enhance your skills in the rewarding and creative outlet that is coding. This event is for girls in years 10 and 11. Find out more and register: https://www.monash.edu/it/about-us/news-and-events/events/events/2019/conquering-code
Friday 12 July | 10.00am – 11.30am | Monash University, Clayton Campus
Friday 12 July | 12.30pm – 2.00pm | Monash University, Clayton Campus
Monday 23 September | 12.30pm – 2.00pm | Monash University, Clayton Campus
Monday 23 September | 10.00am – 11.30am | Monash University, Clayton Campus
Friday 4 October | 10.00am – 11.30am | Monash University, Clayton Campus
Friday 4 October | 12.30pm – 2.00pm | Monash University, Clayton Campus
If you would like to take a closer look and see where you could be studying at Monash Engineering, this is a great chance to visit our fantastic facilities and student spaces. Get a feel for campus life and have a chat with Engineering staff, if you need additional course advice we can help you with that as well.
Find out more and register: https://www.monash.edu/engineering/future-students/engineering-tour-dates
Deakin
Students will tap into their potential and shape a better tomorrow. Hear incredible speakers on their lives and careers. Students will get hands-on in workshops that give them a taste of Uni and future careers. DeakInspire is designed for Year 10, 11 and 12 students who want to explore their future direction. We’ve also included a program specifically for parents to understand the tools and support students might need as they transition from school to university. We’ve structured the day to encompass key areas to explore:
• hear innovative, entrepreneurial and creative stories from Deakin students, alumni and academics
• students can choose and attend two interactive workshops from a range of different faculty and university areas
• parents will have a specific program of workshops about helping guide their children as they navigate the path to university.
DeakInspire will take place on the following dates: • Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus: Tuesday 2 July 2019 • Melbourne Burwood Campus: Thursday 4 July 2019
Registration is essential. Please visit deakin.edu.au/deakinspire
Swinburne
ConocoPhillips Science Experience
Wednesday 10 - Friday 12 July | 9.00am - 2.00pm | Swinburne University of Technology
With a focus on industry and real world applications, you will meet leaders from the scientific community, work with innovative technologies in our specialised labs and facilities, watch out-of-this-world science demonstrations and participate in hands-on workshops that will challenge and excite.
Find out more: https://www.scienceexperience.com.au/when-where
Apply online here: https://www.scienceexperience.com.au/programs/apply
JMC Academy
Recording a Band Workshop – Melbourne
Monday 1 July | 10.00am – 3.00pm | $50 | JMC Academy Melbourne
An introduction to professional recording & mixing techniques used in studios throughout the world. In this practical workshop you will experience overdubbing and mixing in a world-class recording studio using industry standard digital and analogue equipment. You will then have the chance to complete your own mix using the latest Digital Audio Workstation software.
Discover and Manage the Next ‘Big Thing’ Workshop – Melbourne
Thursday 4 July | 10.00am – 3.00pm | $50 | JMC Academy Melbourne
Ever wondered what it would take to find, manage and promote the next Ed Sheeran, Billie Eilish or Ocean Alley? How amazing it would feel to see an artist that you discovered playing on stage at Australia’s next biggest festival?
This workshop will give you a practical insight into the world of talent discovery (also known as A&R) and artist management, revealing how and why some artists ‘make it’. Playing the role of the talent manager, you’ll get to learn the ins and outs of managing a real band from discovery to social media promotion and learning to work with booking agents to get them the biggest and best gigs and festivals spots. You will also spend the afternoon in a real-world recording studio, running the show while your band records a new track.
Find out more and register: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/discover-and-manage-the-next-big-thing-jmc-melbourne-tickets-60177275852
Think Visual Workshop Melbourne
Thursday 4 July | 10.00am - 3.00pm | JMC Academy Melbourne
The workshops are a great opportunity to check out the JMC Academy campus while getting a taste of what studying your passion with Australia's leading Creative Industries provider is like at this fun, engaging and hands-on program! In this one-day crash course, you’ll learn how to use visual language to communicate your ideas. You’ll practice sketchnoting and develop a visual library that you can use in different contexts; whether you’re brainstorming an idea, making study notes, or designing an app, this essential skill will help you create strong designs. Bring along your simplest but most powerful tools: pen and sketchbook, and unlock their power!
Find out more and register: https://www.jmcacademy.edu.au/events/workshops/brisbane-high-school-workshops
Digital TV Studio Workshop Melbourne
Friday 5 & Friday 12 July | 10.00am - 3.00pm | JMC Academy Melbourne
The workshops are a great opportunity to check out the JMC Academy campus while getting a taste of what studying your passion with Australia's leading Creative Industries provider is like at this fun, engaging and hands-on program! This practical workshop, designed specifically for high school students aims to provide an introduction to the Film + TV studio recording processes.
Find out more and register: https://www.jmcacademy.edu.au/events/workshops/melbourne-high-school-workshops
Perform, Record + Create Music Workshop Melbourne
Friday 5 & Friday 12 July | 10.00am - 3.00pm | JMC Academy Melbourne
The workshops are a great opportunity to check out the JMC Academy campus while getting a taste of what studying your passion with Australia's leading Creative Industries provider is like at this fun, engaging and hands-on program! This workshop will be an immersive experience where you’ll join a band to perform songs ready for a live recording! You’ll move from the stage to the computer Lab engaging with music technology using Apple Garageband and Ableton Live. Find out more and register: https://www.jmcacademy.edu.au/events/workshops/melbourne-high-school-workshops
Character and Life Drawing Workshop – Melbourne
Friday 5 July | 10.00am – 3.00pm | $50 | JMC Academy Melbourne
Friday 12 July | 10.00am – 3.00pm | $50 | JMC Academy Melbourne
Get your hands dirty with some great exercises that will introduce you to the ideas of figure and character drawing for animation, games and comic books. From generating original characters to drawing a live, costumed model. You’ll go home with a head full of ideas and a fist full of drawings.
Recording a Band Workshop – Melbourne
Monday 8 July | 10.00am – 3.00pm | $50 | JMC Academy Melbourne
An introduction to professional recording & mixing techniques used in studios throughout the world. In this practical workshop you will experience overdubbing and mixing in a world-class recording studio using industry standard digital and analogue equipment. You will then have the chance to complete your own mix using the latest Digital Audio Workstation software.
Find out more and register: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/recording-a-band-workshop-jmc-melbourne-tickets-60390687171
Photography Studies College
Wednesday 3 July | 11.00am - 3.00pm | Photography Studies College
Do you love creating images? Thinking about the possibilities of a creative career? Then come along to the PSC Experience Day - a very special 'hands on' event just for you - senior secondary school students! You'll get a wonderful opportunity to experience our creative campus, talented teachers and 'a day in the life' of a PSC student.
Experience Day is open to students in years 10, 11 and 12 Victorian Secondary Schools.
Find out more and register: https://www.psc.edu.au/student-experience-day.html
Latrobe University
Experience Clever
Experience Clever gives you the chance to not only see our campuses but experience them by taking part in fun and dynamic workshops led by real lecturers. Open to future students and parents. Albury-Wodonga – 31 May 2019, Bendigo – 3 July 2019, Melbourne (Winter) – 5 July 2019.
Academy of Interactive Entertainment
Industry Experience Day Melbourne
Friday 12 July & Tuesday 1 October
10.00am - 2.30pm | Academy of Interactive Entertainment, Melbourne Campus
AIE's Industry Experience Days are a great opportunity for students in Years 10, 11 and 12 to learn about the local and international game development, 3D animation and visual effects industries. Students will get the opportunity to learn about the different pathways to get into the industry, what should be in a portfolio and will be able to get creative in practical workshops using industry-standard 3D animation and game development tools. The sessions are run by industry professionals who have worked on some blockbuster games and films. Everything is provided for you to participate in the hands-on workshops and you will be using the same software that is used in the industry. If you are thinking about a career in the games or film industry then we highly recommend registering for the free event.
Find out more and register: https://aie.edu.au/aie_event/industry-experience-day/
SAE Institute
Study for a Day
Saturday 15 June | 9.00am - 4.00pm | SAE Institute Melbourne
Are you creatively inclined and thinking about studying creative media? We are offering an exclusive one day workshop event in the June holidays – get behind the scenes and pursue your passion! Don’t miss out on your chance to experience life as an SAE student, and discover what it means to be a creative professional in state-of-the-art facilities with industry experts by your side! Across the fun workshops, SAE Study For A Day attendees will work towards building a creative piece of work to take away for use in a portfolio or showreel. Attendees will receive a certificate of participation to acknowledge the creative work they have undertaken.
Find out more and register: https://sae.edu.au/news-and-events/events/melbourne-study-for-a-day/?date=2019-06-15&id=893
Melissa Dillon and Robyn Cardamone
Careers & VET Coordinators