Careers News

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

Careers in Golf Webinar Series

Monday 10 May 2021, 7:00 pm - Monday 24 May 2021, 8:00 pm

Online

The PGA, WPGA, GA and GMA invite young career-seeking women who are passionate about sport The series will run on Mondays in May starting from the 10th and will highlight some key roles and career opportunities available to women within the golf industry. Roles within Sports Administration (Events, Game Development, Marketing and Communications), Coaching and Small Business as well as Management and Hospitality roles within Golf Clubs.

Find out more: https://www.golf.org.au/careers-in-golf-webinar-series/

NSW Winter Skills Program

After last year’s lockdown, 2021 will be a massive ski season. The NSW Government is helping operators by offering fee-free courses under NSW JobTrainer.

Get training in specialised fields so you can work on the snow slopes this winter. Take courses in areas such as hospitality, tourism, health, construction and administration that you can use in other industries. Enquire now about one of the many fee-free courses available under NSW JobTrainer. Eligibility criteria apply.

Find out more here: https://education.nsw.gov.au/skills-nsw/winter-skills

UAC Digital Let's Chat webinars

Registrations are now open for our Let's Chat series of webinars on courses and careers in medicine, business and economics, communication and much more. During each webinar, university professors, lecturers and student ambassadors will give prospective students and their parents  an insight into their chosen area of study.

All dates and registration links are available from the UAC website: uac.edu.au/schools/uac-digital.

HSC Free Subject sessions - University of Wollongong : from Monday - 26 April, are running 18 free subject-specific online sessions delivered by experienced teaching professionals. In each hour-long session, your students will be able to boost their knowledge and understanding of key subject content, and discover what exam markers and assessors are looking for.

For more information and to register, students should visit the UOW HSC Subject SupportSeries website.

Cryptography @ ANU

the Australian Signals Directorate (ASD), an Australian Government agency focusing on national security and foreign intelligence. And they occupy level five of the Hanna Neumann Building on the ANU campus home to the Co-Lab, a collaborative research space where ANU academics and research students work together with ASD staff on problems related to national security.

Undergraduate maths students  can apply to complete summer research and Honours projects at the Co-Lab, with a view to future work at the agency. ASD recruits clever, curious, creative people who seek to make a difference, with opportunities ranging from linguists and analysts, to cultural experts, to cyber security and IT specialists. Find out more on the ASD website.

https://science.anu.edu.au/news-events/news/calling-all-puzzle-fans-do-you-have-what-it-takes-work-cryptography

Santa Sophia College    We are excited to announce that applications for residency at Sancta Sophia College for 2022 are now open!

 Year 12 women from Marian are warmly invited to start an application now to secure their home away from home in 2022.

 There is no fee to submit an application and Sancta accepts students who wish to study at any university in Sydney.

Applications for ADF Gap Year open now

Hi there,

An ADF Gap Year is a unique opportunity for your students to experience life in the Navy, Army or Air Force, without needing to make a long-term commitment. The skills obtained through the ADF Gap Year program will provide them valuable work and life experience and are completely transferable. It will enable your students to develop the confidence for their next endeavour.

Students who take part in the ADF Gap Year program:

• Gain valuable skills and work experience
• Enjoy a great salary package plus free healthcare
• Live a varied, active and healthy lifestyle
• Make friends with like-minded people
• Have the opportunity to see more of Australia

Whatever their interest, there are a variety of roles to select that will provide young Australians valuable life skills. These include experiences as an officer, in management, engineering, logistics and warehousing, combat and security, and administration. https://www.defencejobs.gov.au/students-and-education/gap-year 

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.

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 

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

http://www.rms.nsw.gov.au/about/careers/working-with-us/employment-programs/road-designer-in-training.html

NIDA Open Day and Holiday classes – 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.

Holiday classes https://www.open.nida.edu.au/holiday-classes

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

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. 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

For parents

University of Newcastle Parent Information Webinar

8 June. 6pm to 7pm

covering key topics such as how to apply to university and the various entry schemes that are available for your child.https://www.newcastle.edu.au/events/future-students/2021-parent-webinar

UAC Digital Let's Chat webinars

medicine, business and economics, communication and much more - give prospective students and their parents  an insight into their chosen area of study.

uac.edu.au/schools/uac-digital.

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/

Why Women in Trades Matter

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.

 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

Year 10

University of Newcastle 2021 Parent info session: Year 10 subject selection

25 May. 6pm to 7pm

https://www.newcastle.edu.au/events/future-students/2021-yr10-subject-selection-parent-info-session

UNIVERSITIES AND TAFE

University of Sydney | Languages at Sydney: Go Global 2021

Wednesday 26 May 2021, 4:00 pm - 4:30 pm Online

In this information session you’ll meet our lecturers, current students and alumni to learn about the different ways you can study a language at the University of Sydney. From degrees to majors or the diploma, understand which is the correct study option for you. You can then experience two different languages in short taster sessions. Find out how it’s really like to study with us and the ways languages can give you a competitive edge for your future.

https://uni-sydney.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIlcu6vrDwiE9HfsRsYc6449SOlnv60Tr2O

Australian Catholic University online events

ACU | Exploring the ‘big questions’

Thursday 1 July 2021, 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Philosophy: https://web.cvent.com/event/86821b2a-3c8b-406f-aadc-bb8354994a84/summary

ACU | Starting your business and IT degree: what you need to know

Monday 5 July 2021, 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Find out more: https://web.cvent.com/event/8ae65bd4-e7b4-4629-b796-474cef30e7ae/summary

ACU | Five good reasons to study criminology

Wednesday 7 July 2021, 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Find out more: https://web.cvent.com/event/4c36d618-3ebc-47db-a351-a786e7a67abf/summary

 Meet Melbourne in Albury

Thursday 29 July 2021, 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Albury Entertainment Centre

Come and chat with us in person about studying at Melbourne.

• Our unique Melbourne curriculum and how breadth and majors can design a degree as unique as you, setting yourself up for a successful career
• Find out about student life initiatives, University Accommodation, our wellbeing and support services and how we can support you making your new home in Melbourne
• Opportunities in and outside of the classroom, such as concurrent diplomas, work-integrated learning, internships, exchange and our suite of competitive scholarships
• Access Melbourne, our special entry access scheme, which offers guaranteed entry to eligible students from rural and regional areas, and those with a disadvantaged financial background.

Find out more: https://study.unimelb.edu.au/connect-with-us/events-for-future-students/all-events-listing/meet-melbourne-albury

UOW | Year 12 Online Information Evening

Tuesday 29 June 2021, 6:00 pm Online

UOW information evenings are designed for students and parents who would like to know more about studying at UOW.

 you’ll need to know where you’re going to live, how much it will cost, how will you make friends and more. UOW Early Admission

• Your ATAR and selection rank (and what it means)
• Important dates and key things to remember for UAC applications
• Our Scholarships
• Opportunities for high-achievers
• UOW’s global sports programs
• Student accommodation
• The degrees and opportunities available for you at UOW
• Your options if you don’t get the ATAR you need
• Clubs & Societies and Student Life

Find out more: https://uow-au.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_UBpDOFksRBe0JgA51cqatQ

UTS - find out more

• Live chat with current UTS students: https://www.uts.edu.au/future-students/chat
• Discover course options, hear from current students and virtually explore our campus on our on-demand site here: https://futurestudents.uts.edu.au/  
• Our prospective student newsletter, shortcUTS. We’ll provide term updates on our courses, admission schemes and UTS news to students who sign up. 
• 2022 course guides are available. Submit your order and we’ll deliver them straight to your school. The online version is also available
• We are attending several online expos and regional expos. 
  • Higher Education Virtual Expo - 27 May

Macquarie University Q&A Series

Every Tuesday - 11 May to 29 June 2021, 5:00pm

Register for the topics that interest you:

• 11 May - Commerce
• 18 May - Law
• 25 May - Psychology
• 1 June - How to apply for Macquarie Leaders and Achievers and early entry schemes
• 8 June - Arts
• 15 June - Education
• 22 June - Science
• 29 June - Medicine and Health

https://macquarie.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Hjtv00ItS8igVUyXmswpLw

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.  

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                                                                                                                                                          Construction and Engineering Webinar 19 May 2021, 6.00pm Online. Find out more:  https://uacdigital.easywebinar.live/construction-engineering

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

ours/virtual-tours

Careers Expos

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

NIE | UCAT and Pathways into Medicine and Dentistry Information Session Sunday 16 May 2021, 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm   Online

Free information seminar all about UCAT and the undergraduate pathways into medicine, dentistry, and some other health science programs. The session is packed with invaluable information. This forum is an excellent opportunity for teachers, students, and parents to find out about the UCAT and to have their questions answered by an expert who has been working in the field since 1999.

• What is UCAT? UCAT scores? UCAT Sub-tests?
• The Undergraduate Selection Criteria
• Application process into universities for medicine and dentistry
• When and who can sit the UCAT
• UCAT vs GAMSAT – How is UCAT different?
• Can you prepare for the UCAT?
• Undergraduate medical school interview explained and medical school interview preparation advice
• Gap Year
• Alternative degrees and career choices
• Q & A

Find out more: https://www.nie.edu.au/ucat-free/free-ucat-information-sessions

My Health Career has great short videos with specialists in many allied health and medical fields  - go to   My Health Career

Open days

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-t

SCHOLARSHIPS

WESTPAC Young Technologists Scholarship   

Dentistry Scholarships:

Australian Dental Association Study Grant information page                                                                         National Rural Health Alliance – New South Wales Regional Dentistry Scholarship                                     Grants for Indigenous Dental Students (ADA)                                                                                          Grants for Rural and Remote Dental Students

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.

Find out more

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. Please note opening and closing dates

All students have now had a comprehensive Early Entry guide with links, shared with them. Questions should be directed to Mrs Farrugia

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.

Apply now.

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.

Learn more

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)

Multi-Colour Australia are looking for a full time or possible SBAT apprenticeship(s) who are mechanically minded (among other things) Please see Mrs Farrugia for details.

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

 RESOURCES FOR STUDENTS AND PARENTS

Mrs Betsy Farrugia 

Transition and Pathways Specialist