Careers News

Compass Career News 

Here's a summary of the first Career News update for 2022 with the full Careers Newsletter below.

• What the NHS Careers services can assist you with?
• Applying for a Tax File Number (TFN)
• University Clinical Aptitude Test (UCAT)
• iCanMed Free Online Student Guide
• Swinburne University: Bachelor of Arts Reimagined
• News from La Trobe University
  • New Pathways to the Bachelor of Education Programs
  • Restructured Business Degree
  • Change to Entry Requirements to Engineering Degrees
• Occupational Therapy Courses in Victoria in 2022  
• The University of Melbourne: The Hansen Scholarship 2023
• Snapshot of The Hotel School – Melbourne in 2022

Defence Careers Virtual Info Session: Melbourne – Wednesday 9 February at 6pm

Are you interested to learn about the wide range of roles available in the Navy, Army and Air Force? Join this upcoming ADF information session to speak with current serving members and see which Australian Defence Force career is best suited to you. Register to attend this online event here.

City of Casey: Allied Health & Community Services jobs online info session – Wednesday 16 February at 5:30pm

Jobs in Allied Health and Community Services can be a start to a rewarding career. Join this info session to hear direct from the employers about available jobs, working conditions, opportunities for advancement and benefits. This event is part of the Changing Perceptions in Employment program introduced by City of Casey to respond to the needs of local jobseekers and benefit the whole community. For further details about this free online event and to register click here.

Quantum Australia virtual Careers Fair – Friday 25 February, 9am to 5pm 

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 at #QuantumAustralia online careers fair – free for students. Hear direct from potential employers. Discover the wealth of quantum talent in Australia and the education and career opportunities on offer. Online content will be made available on-demand following the live event. Find out more here.

UQ Women in Engineering: Making an Impact with Engineering webinar – Monday 28 February at 4pm

The University of Queensland invites students and parents to attend this online event hosted by UQ’s Women in Engineering team. This presentation will provide students with a clear description of the 6 specialisations on offer at UQ, the broad variety of projects that engineers work on, and how these projects are impacting the world around us! For more info and to secure your spot click here.

Jobs Victoria Career Counsellors Service – program offering free services for adult jobseekers

The Career Education Association of Victoria (CEAV) is delivering an adult careers counselling service on behalf of the Victorian government. In response to the employment challenges facing Victorians during the COVID-19 pandemic, the Jobs Victoria Career Counsellors Service was put in place to assist people beyond high school who are:

• unsure of their work/career options and pathways
• seeking employment but lack a clear vocational pathway/plan
• unemployed and struggling to secure work due to lack of work experience (e.g. recent graduates)
• underemployed and seeking more secure and/or skilled work
• in need of support to plan a transition to a new occupation/career 
• wishing to pursue a professional career involving tertiary education pathways

To find out more about this free service including how to book an appointment click here and these FAQs provide further helpful info.

Clarissa Jacques

Careers & Pathways Coordinator