Careers newsletter 5 2018

ST SPYRIDON COLLEGE

CAREERS NEWS NEWSLETTER VOLUME XXXV No 24 CRN 16 th 13 April, 2018

REMINDER: NEW ST SPYRIDON COLLEGE CAREERS WEBSITE If you haven’t already, please have a look at the new St Spyridon College Careers website.

Students in Years 10, 11 and 12 and parents can access information via the different links, read the latest careers newsletter and make appointments with me via the site.

Here is the link, please bookmark it for future reference also: https://sites.google.com/stspyridon.nsw.edu.au/careers/home UTS: UPCOMING EVENTS HSC Economics & Business Studies Workshop: Tuesday 24 April 2018 Join leading academics as they tackle the biggest challenges facing Economics and Business Studies HSC students, followed by an Information Night covering all their business options.

Register to attend at: https://www.uts.edu.au/about/uts-business-school/what-wedo/upcoming-events-and-info-sessions/events-1/hsc-economics-and Business Undergraduate Info Night: Tuesday 24th April 2018 - 5.30pm to 7.30pm If you are considering a professional career in business, accounting, economics, finance, management, marketing or related fields, this is your best opportunity to explore your options and hear from students and academics.

To register to attend, see https://www.uts.edu.au/about/uts-business-school/what-wedo/upcoming-events-and-info-sessions/events-1/undergraduate-info Discover Midwifery @ UTS: Tuesday 24 April 2018 5.30pm Considering life as a registered midwife? Determine if midwifery is the right career for you as you hear from an expert academic and tour state-of-the-art clinical facilities with current students. Register at: https://www.uts.edu.au/future-students/health/why-health-uts/eventsand-brochures/discover-sessions

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Discover Nursing @ UTS: Thursday 21 June 2018 5.30pm, Wednesday 18 July 2018 5.30pm Hear from nursing academics and current students before touring world-class clinical laboratories and taking part in a hands-on workshop. Register at: https://www.uts.edu.au/future-students/health/why-health-uts/events-and-brochures/discoversessions Law Undergraduate Info Evening: Tuesday 19 June 2018, 6-8pm Find out about all UTS Law has to offer. This event is open to Year 11 and 12 students, and their parents.

Register at: https://www.uts.edu.au/about/faculty-law/events/lawundergraduate-info-evening NEW COURSE AT UTS: Bachelor of Advanced Science in Pharmaceutical Sciences New to our Advanced Science program, the Pharmaceutical Sciences major will prepare graduates for exciting careers in drug discovery, development and application. This major also has a special entry pathway to the UTS Master of Pharmacy (conditions apply). https://www.uts.edu.au/future-students/science/science-courses/new-courses MACQUARIE IN A DAY INVITATION REMINDER There's still time for Year 11 and 12 students to register for Macquarie in a Day to get a taste of life as a Macquarie student and find out what uni life is really like. On the day, they’ll be able to:  get a feel for the campus  sit in on lectures and demos  experience practicals and tutorials  choose their own subjects and plan their own day  ask lecturers and current students all their questions about life at Macquarie.

Lunch and some freebies are provided.

WHEN Tuesday 17 or Wednesday 18 April 2018 8.30am - 3.15pm WHERE Macquarie Theatre 21 Wally's Walk, Macquarie University, NSW 2109 RSVP Friday 13 April 2018 Register early as spaces are limited at http://www.cvent.com/events/macquarie-in-aday/event-summary-3e0db8c0748547b18d8044bb12c56a9a.aspx UNSW: YEAR 12 STUDENTS HANDBOOKS/GUIDES FOR 2019

PERSONALISED

UNDERGRADUATE

UNSW are providing free personalised Undergraduate Course guides for 2019. Students and parents can order an online copy plus a hard copy if you wish. Go to https://www.futurestudents.unsw.edu.au/guides to order your personalised guide.

YEAR 12: UTS SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION B Accounting Co-op Scholarship round 1 applications close 1 June 2018

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B Information Technology Co-op Scholarship round 1 applications close 17 June 2018

Women in Engineering and IT Co-op Scholarship

round 1 applications close 17 June 2018

UNIVERSITY OF SYDNEY YEAR 10 INFO EVENINGS You will hear from a range of speakers including University staff and students.

Camperdown/Darlington Campus - University of Sydney Thursday 5 April 2018, 6 - 8pm Tuesday 8 May 2018, 6 - 8pm Thursday 17 May 2018, 6 - 8pm Register at: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/the-university-of-sydney-year-10information-evening-registration-42659028302 UNSW YEAR 10 SUBJECT SELECTION AND INFO EVENING 9 May, 6pm Information evening for Year 10 students and parents. Register here https://www.futurestudents.unsw.edu.au/year-10-subject-selection-information-evening-9may UNI OF WOLLONGONG YEAR 10 SUBJECT SELECTION INFO EVENING UOW is holding an information evening specifically for year 10 students and their parents.

This will be an opportunity to hear from current staff and students about subject selection, and opportunities available to those who choose to study at UOW. 1 May – UOW Wollongong Campus 2 May – Cronulla Sharks Leagues Club Find out more - https://www.uow.edu.au/future/events/index.html POLICE RECRUITMENT INFORMATION SESSION - PARRAMATTA 21 April. 9.00am - 12.00pm Police Headquarters, 1 Charles Street, Parramatta Tickets from 8.00am on 13 April for applicants only.

Attend an information session about the NSW Police Force recruitment process. There will be speakers from the NSW Police Force and Charles Sturt University who will provide an overview of the academic and professional suitability requirements for entry into the NSW Police Force including information on the University Certificate in Workforce Essentials (UCWE) and the Police Academy. Recruitment Officers will be on hand to discuss your current or future application and to answer specific questions relating to the process. http://www.police.nsw.gov.au/recruitment/news/things_are_changing AUSTRALIAN DEFENCE FORCE GAP YEAR APPLICATIONS FOR 2019 HAVE OPENED: This is a unique opportunity to try out a career in Navy, Army or Air Force and get a feel for a military life without committing for a longer period. In 2019 there are 14 roles to choose from ranging from admin to artillery and even flight crew, plus this year they are offering 30 Army Officer roles - places are limited.

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Army Officer - Closes 23 April 2018 Army Artillery Operator - Closes 23 April 2018 Army Infantry Soldier - Closes 14 May 2018 Army Driver - Closes 21 May 2018 Army Administration Assistant - Closes 21 May 2018 Army Warehouse Assistant - Closes 21 May 2018 Army Air Defence Operator - Closes 21 May 2018 Air Force Cabin Crew - Closes 7 March 2018 Air Force Aviation Support Technician - Closes 28 May 2018 Air Force Airbase Protection and Security - Closes 4 June 2018 Air Force Administration Assistant - Closes 4 June 2018 Closing dates are driven by demand and may close sooner than listed.

Apply now - https://www.defencejobs.gov.au/students-and-education/gap-year ERNST YOUNG (EY) BUSINESS CADETSHIPS APPLY IN YEAR 12 - Serious about your career and keen to get ahead? Become a cadet and combine your degree with real work experience to make a serious start to your career.

By becoming a cadet you will be extending the length of your overall degree by at least one year to accommodate working full-time and studying part-time. However this will vary depending on degree, and when you start your Cadet Program. The Cadet Program is currently offered in Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane.

Find out more - http://www.ey.com/au/en/careers/students/your-role-here/students--programs#fragment-1-na APPRENTICESHIPS HIA BUILDING TRADES CAREER EVENT Friday, 25th May, International Convention Centre (ICC) Darling Harbour, Sydney. 10.00am12.30pm This event is for those interested in careers in the building industry. Professionals from different industries will be talking to attendees about Vocational Education and Training, career pathways and trade careers. It is a free event, with light lunch provided. Parents are welcome to attend also.To register your attendance, go to: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/hia-trades-career-event-sydney-tickets43078019516?aff=eac2#tickets

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APPRENTICESHIPS OR TRAINEESHIPS WITH MEGT MEGT can help recent school leavers or upcoming graduates get into an Australian Apprenticeship and earn money while they study. MEGT are currently looking for early school leavers for some of the fantastic Traineeship and Apprenticeship opportunities available. See: www.megt.com.au MEGT (Australia) Ltd. 10 Quay Street Haymarket NSW 2000 T: (02) 8078 3398 M: 0429 435 183 SCHOOL HOLIDAY WORKSHOPS Develop an action game in Unity (13-15) 19-20 April 10am-4pm @ Powerhouse Museum For 13 - 15 year olds Develop your action game inspired game using the professional game engine Unity 5! This workshop focuses on coding using C# to bring your world to life. Make custom characters and collectibles before learning how to control your player and tell your story using the C# programming language.

Book Tickets - https://maas.museum/event/develop-an-action-game-in-unity-13-15/ AIE School Holiday Courses Find courses for the upcoming Autumn holidays http://www.aie.edu.au/courses/holiday_courses/school-holiday-courses MACLEAY CAREER TASTER DAYS AND INFO SESSIONS Career Taster Days: Thursday 19th April ; Thursday 12th July The Career Taster Day will give an experiential snapshot of the career you are considering pursuing, whether that be as a content creator, digital designer, sports publicist, digital journalist or an entrepreneur. It is a free event and lunch is provided, however places are limited so secure your spot today.

Info Session Thursday 26th April 4.30pm Find out more at - https://www.macleay.edu.au/events SOME INTERESTINFG ARTICLES AND WEBSITES: JOB OUTLOOK WEBSITE Job Outlook http://joboutlook.gov.au/default.aspx was completely redesigned in 2017 and has now been updated with future growth and job openings estimates to 2022. Job Outlook helps students, job seekers and workers to explore work and study options. The new design makes it easier to find career information and explore main tasks, skills, prospects and pay.

Job Outlook now offers the ability to shortlist and compare occupations, extra information about skills needs and specialisations, and a dramatically enhanced visual design which is responsive and accessible. The Career Quiz encourages users to think about their work preferences and explore different career options. Provided by the team that produces the Labour Market Information Portal and the Australian Jobs publication, Job Outlook makes information about Australian careers, labour market trends and employment projections accessible to all Australians.

SURPRISING CAREERS IN NURSING Read this article from Deakin University’s blog about some of the interesting places a nursing career could take you – http://this.deakin.edu.au/career/surprising-careers-in-nursing

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Hot jobs in 2018 There are several key industries that will require more than just a few extra hands on deck to meet demand.

Read the article - http://blog.au.indeed.com/2018/02/27/hot-jobs-in-2018-which-sectors-areon-the-rise/ Tips for acing Year 12 Read these tips from Deakin’s blog about staying on top of study during Year 12.

Check them out – http://this.deakin.edu.au/study/how-to-ace-year-12 Why we need more women in STEM These three videos – 1, 2 and 3 – from Careers with STEM give inspiring answers to the question ‘Why do we need more women in STEM?’ More from Careers with STEM – https://careerswithstem.com/ Interactive ICT Career Wheel This site provides an interactive way to explore your possible future in an IT career. It shows which kinds of skills are necessary for different jobs in IT. Check it out – https://www.careersfoundation.com.au/ Women in Trades Videos Skills shortages, advances in machine technology and a shift in attitude are just some of the factors that have led to the acceptance and encouragement of women taking part in traditionally ‘male’ trades. Some key industries that now persuade women to get involved are Automotive, Building & Construction, IT, Manufacturing, Engineering, Mining and Rural & Farming. http://www.skillsone.com.au/category/women-in-trades/ Fewer Students Accepted Into Uni Based On Atar Only 2 out of 3 school leavers use their ATAR alone to get into university. That's because universities "are turning to aptitude tests, interviews, portfolios, auditions, bridging courses, essays and bonus point schemes to determine whether a candidate is a good fit for a course."

ATAR can be just one part of the puzzle. Read the article - http://www.abc.net.au/news/201803-21/atar-relevance-under-fire-as-report-says-fewer-students-admitted/9569052 Your Rights at Work Starting work can be an exciting time. While every workplace is different, there are rights and responsibilities that apply to all employees. Follow the tips below to help prepare for a new job. https://www.fairwork.gov.au/find-help-for/young-workers-and-students Handling Conflict in the Workplace Anywhere there are groups of people working together then there’ll also be competing ideas, values and beliefs. And that can mean that even the most cohesive teams can still experience conflict in the workplace. Read more: https://www.migas.com.au/news/how-to-handle-conflict-in-the-workplace/

Ms G. Hakos Careers Adviser

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