Careers Expo Booklet 2025

Careers Expo 2025

St Michael 's College – a Catholic school in the Lasallian tradition

INFORMATION BOOKLET MONDAY 4 AUGUST 6PM TO 8PM

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Success looks different for every student at St Michael’s, and the Careers Expo aims to help students plan for their own future pathway. From internships and apprenticeships to university programs and job opportunities, we invite students to embark on a journey of exploration, inspiration and opportunity.

The Careers Expo is run in conjunction with the SACE Information Sessions for current Year 10 and Year 11 students and their families. These sessions explain the subject selection process and South Australia Certificate of Education (SACE) requirements. Please refer to the format and timings of the expo below.

Time

Session

Location

6:00 to 8:00 pm

Careers Expo All parents/caregivers and students welcome

Lasallian Education Centre (LEC) (upstairs and downstairs)

6:00 to 6:30 pm

SACE Parent/Caregiver Student Information Session for current Year 10 (Year 11 2026)

LEC Auditorium (upstairs)

7:15 to 7:45 pm

SACE Parent/Caregiver Student Information Session for current Year 11 (Year 12 2026)

LEC Auditorium (upstairs)

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Follow the colours and numbers toward finding your career pathway. *Please note the exhibitors list is correct at the time of publication.

Professional Services, Creative Industries, Media, Hair & Beauty 1

Academy of Interactive Entertainment (AIE)

Academy of Interactive Entertainment (AIE) - discuss pathways in Game Art and 3D Animation, Programming, VFX and Film.

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Media Makeup

Australia’s leading makeup academy. Combining excellence in theory, training and practical application.

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Rising Sun Pictures

Rising Sun Pictures (RSP) delight and inspire audiences by creating the world’s most memorable screen moments. RSP’s notable clients include Disney, Marvel, Warner Bros., Netflix, Amazon, and MGM.

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The Advertiser

Andrew Hough is The Advertiser’s award winning investigations editor, reporting on major issues that affect South Australians. Discuss pathways in journalism and print industry.

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The French Beauty Academy

Beauty and Makeup - offering Beauty Therapy Cert II and III and advanced diplomas.

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Edge Architects

Career paths in Architecture. Pino has been behind the new St Michael’s Primary build designs.

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Equipe Advisory

Career paths in Accounting and Professional Services.

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SA Woman

Elevating SA women in business and careers.

Universities & Tertiary Education 9

Adelaide University

Adelaide University, formed in 2024 from the merger of the University of Adelaide and the University of South Australia, is a leading public research institution. It offers world-class education and innovative research across seven campuses, aiming to transform communities locally and globally.

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Flinders University

Flinders University, is a public research university known for its innovative research and commitment to student success. It offers diverse programs across multiple campuses.

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TAFE SA

TAFE SA is a leading vocational education and training provider in South Australia, offering a wide range of courses and qualifications to help students gain practical skills for various industries.

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Professor Giselle Rampersad Dean (Education)

The Dean (Education) in the College of Science and Engineering at Flinders University with responsibility for STEM courses in Engineering, Science, Mathematics, Computer Science and Cybersecurity.

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Professor Tania Leiman Dean of Law

Professor and Dean of Law in the College of Business, Government and Law at Flinders University.

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Emergency Services & Defence 14

Australian Federal Police (AFP)

Australia’s national policing agency, protecting Australians and Australia’s interests by preventing and disrupting threats to lives, livelihoods, and Australia’s way of life here and overseas.

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Australian Defence Force (ADF)

ADF Careers, Army, Navy and Air Force.

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SAPOL

South Australian Police

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SA Ambulance Services

Improving the health of the community by providing emergency ambulance transport, clinical care and patient transport services.

Apprenticeships, Traineeships, Energy, Mining & Trades 18

HIA Apprentices

Apprenticeships in Carpentry, Bricklaying, Painting, Tiling, Roof Plumbing & Plastering, Landscaping and Business.

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DRAKES

Offering a wide range of part-time and casual employment opportunities.

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Australian Submarine Corp (ASC)

Australia’s submarine manufacturer. ASC will be hosting two 15 minute guest speaker presentations on Apprenticeships and Graduate Programs. Please refer to the session times on Page 2.

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Australian Maritime & Fisheries Academy

Providing high quality and innovative training.

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BAE Systems

Apprenticeships in Mechanical Engineering, Structural Fabrication, Pipe Fitting, University Internships/Graduate Engineering Roles.

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mteSA

Community based, not-for-profit Group Training Organisation that specialises in training and recruitment.

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Department of Energy & Mining

Leading the global transformation economy, overseeing the responsible mining and production of the minerals, metals and fuels of the future to safely and sustainably generate the energy and low carbon products of the future.

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MTA Motor Trade Association

MTA is South Australia’s only dedicated automotive industry training provider, delivering apprentices with skills, training and industry access to prepare them for a career as a motor mechanic, diesel mechanic, panel beater, vehicle painter or other automotive apprentice.

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PEER

One of the largest employers of electrical, plumbing and refrigeration apprentices in South Australia.

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VET at St Michael’s College

Learn more about VET courses offered at St Michael’s College. Introductory and certificate courses act as a transition between school and the world of employment, allowing students to explore and begin an industry pathway.

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Western Technical College (WTC)

St Michael’s College is a partner school of WTC. Industry streams include Building & Construction, Engineering & Manufacturing, Hairdressing, Barbering, Makeup, Automotive, Electrotechnology, Plumbing, Information & Digital Media/ Technology and Try-A-Trade - programs and courses designed for school students in Years 10, 11 and 12.

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One and All Tall Ship

Cadetships will provide a unique opportunity for young people over 16 to gain employment in maritime industry.

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Schneider Electric

Creating impact by empowering all to make the most of our energy and resources, bridging progress and sustainability for all. Discuss careers in electrics.

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EQUANS

EQUANS is the world leader in technical services with offices in 17 countries.

They design and provide customised solutions to improve customers’ buildings, technical equipment, systems and processes and to support them in optimising their use.

Events, Food, Tourism & Hospitality 32

Adelaide Institute of Hospitality

Shaping the next generation of food and hospitality workers, with engaging courses that students want to take part in, hands-on learning and real-world experience. Aiming to create positive change in the future of our industry.

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Festival City Adelaide

The peak body for festivals and events in South Australia. Discuss career paths in tourism and events.

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International College Of Hotel Management

Bachelor of Business, Master of International Hotel Management, Undergraduate Certificate of Hotel, Tourism and Hospitality Operations.

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Le Cordon Bleu Australia

Culinary and hospitality education inspiring budding chefs and business professionals.

Aerospace & Aviation 36

Flight One Academy

A leading provider of Aviation, Pilot & Aircraft Engineering training.

Healthcare, Disability, Fitness & Sports Science 37

Australian Chiropractic College

Providing South Australia’s first and only accredited Bachelor of Chiropractic degree.

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Australian Nursing and Midwifery Education Centre

A professional and industrial organisation representing nurses, midwives and personal care workers across South Australia.

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Barkuma

Not-for-profit organisation that provides a range of support for people with disabilities to establish the capacity and confidence to transition out of high school. Continue to build a life of independence that makes quality employment and accommodation outcomes achievable.

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AFL Sports Ready

Dedicated to helping young Australians develop careers through traineeships, cadetships, direct employment and education.

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Port Adelaide Football Club - Diploma of Sport

Study a Diploma in Sports Management at the Port Adelaide Football Club through Flinders University.

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Queensford College

A nationally-accredited training organisation which currently delivers Fitness, Early Childhood Education, Care and Business courses to students.

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APM

Jobs, health and independence. Enabling better lives through employment, workplace, health and wellbeing, disability and aged care services.

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OTFC Group

Discuss career paths in Occupational Therapy for children.

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Adelaide United

The Diploma in Sport Business is a one-year course, combining the knowledge of Flinders University academics with the real-world skills and experience of Adelaide United Football Club.

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AMT Pharmacy Group

Representing many Pharmacies in the Western suburbs and seeking employees for roles as Dispense Technician and Retail Pharmacy with training provided.

GAP Year & Volunteering 47

Lasallian Mission Council (LMC)

Explore volunteering opportunities at the LMC which exists to strengthen the association between the Brothers and those engaged with them in their mission.

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Please refer to the colours and numbers to locate each exhibitor. *Please note the map is correct at the time of publication.

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