Competitions, activities and events
What: Defence Force Recruiting 2022
Who: Students interested in roles within the Defence Force.
When: Various dates and sessions with current members of the Army, Air force and Navy, using the DFR Google Meet forum.
More info: www.defencejobs.gov.au/events
What: Quantum Australia – Launch your quantum career
Who: Students interested in careers connected with quantum science and technology.
When: Friday 25 February 2022, Day 3 Careers Fair (Virtual) only, Students, key session Where a career in quantum can take you 11.30am
More info: The quantum technology industry is growing at a rapid pace, with the industry in Australia predicted to generate over 16K new jobs by 2040. Learn about the inspiring careers on offer. Hear direct from potential employers. This event is FREE for students. Details and registration can be access here
What: STEM Careers – Land your dream STEM career series
Who: Students interested in hearing from a range of graduates who have landed dream jobs in STEM.
When and more info: details and registration here
- Thursday 3 February 5pm – a conversation with Harrison Mbugi from Google around these trends, including tactics that will save you time and stress.
- Thursday 10 February 5pm – Hear from Danika Smith from ARUP
- Thursday 10 February 5pm – Hear from Declan Burke from Hazer Group
What: STEM Careers – Science and Space Careers Webinar
Who: Students interested in hearing from a range of graduates who have landed dream jobs in STEM.
When: 23 February 2022 at 12noon, online
More info: Free to register. You'll Meet real-life STEM professionals and hear their diverse study and career stories. Featuring three people from the pages of Careers with STEM: Science and Space 2022, from fields as diverse as nuclear medicine, conservation and Australia's growing space sector - this is your opportunity to ask your career questions and meet real role models. Register here.
What: UCAT Masterclass Online Mock Exam Day
Who: Students needing to complete the UCAT (Predominantly interested in courses linked with Medicine and Dentistry) and keen to increase their opportunity for simulated practise.
When: Sunday 27 February 2022
More info: Students can access the exam by creating a free account here. An email is needed to register. Be mindful of influential marketing and promotion. This is a private provider and not endorsed by UCAT. Recommend interested students check the official UCAT website here
What: University of Queensland – Resources and sessions
Who: Students keen to find out more about UQ offerings and facilities especially engineering and economics.
When and more info:
- On demand – Economics Explored (super thorough resource about economics, UQ courses and graduate careers)
- Monday 28 February, 4-5pm, Free online presentation – Making an impact with Engineering
- Monday 28 March, 4-5pm, Free online presentation – Trust me, I’m an Engineer series
What: VCE and Careers Expo
Who: Open to all students, especially those studying VCE subjects
When: Saturday 30 April 2022
More info: www.vceandcareers.com.au
What: Victorian Police Info Sessions
Who: Open to all students, especially those considering pursuing a role with Victoria Police
When: Wednesday 16 February 2022 (Online)
More info: www.police.vic.gov.au/police-information-sessions
What: Year 13 – Fin Lit Program and Who wants to be an entrepreneur?
Who: Open to all students
When:
Fin Lit program helps build financial reasoning and skills https://year13.com.au/academy
On demand webinars with entrepreneurs Janine Allis (Boost Juice) and Xin Ge (Afterpay) (plus many others) https://year13.com.au/webinars
Ask anything session for students interested in pathways connected with business, entrepreneurship, accounting and financial services.
More info: To access these and other helpful resources you will need to create an account with Year 13, but consider this carefully as you need to input personal data and they are heavy digital communicators and marketers.Start typing your article in here