Careers News, 3 May 2022 - Waverley College

Careers News, 3 May 2022

UTS | Year 10 Subject Selection Webinar
Wednesday, 18 May 2022, 6pm - 7pm
Online
Considering studying at university after the HSC? But unsure of which subjects will help you get
there?
The UTS Business School Year 10 Subject Selection information session will walk you through the
HSC subject selection process, with tailored information and advice from UTS staff and current
students, so that you can make an informed decision about which subjects to study for the HSC and
how your subject choices can lead to your dream degree at UTS.
On the night, you will have the opportunity to ask our staff and current students questions during
the audience Q&A, and we encourage parents and carers looking for information and advice on how
to support their child during the subject selection process, to also join the session!
Find out more: https://utsmeet.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_GUd_ka0bRvy38Ut1oBxHXw

UTS Want to know more about the UTS Early Entry program?
Join us at our upcoming info session in May 2022.
Find out about how to apply for 2023 intake, eligibility and more.
Sign up below to be notified when registrations are open.
https://www.uts.edu.au/study/undergraduate/shortcuts-newsletter-sign-up-form
Secure your place at UTS before your final Year 12 exams!
Designed for high-achieving school students, the UTS Early Entry Program allows you to secure a
place in your preferred UTS degree based on your Year 11 academic achievements.
This page will be updated in the near future:
https://www.uts.edu.au/study/undergraduate/admission-requirements/admissions-schemes/uts-
early-entry-program?utm_source=jobjump&utm_medium=other&utm_campaign=august-update

UNSW - Save these dates 2022
5 May - Law Admission Test (LAT) Info Evening
21 and 23 June - UNSW Scholarships Info Evening
21 August - UNSW Canberra at ADFA Open Day
3 September - UNSW Open Day

UOW | Information Evenings
Southern Sydney: Monday, 16 May 2022, 6pm
Wollongong: Tuesday, 17 May 2022, 6pm
Sydney: Wednesday, 18 May 2022, 7:30pm
You might know what degree you’re interested in and the ATAR you need, but there’s much more to
choosing a university.
You’ll need to know where you’re going to live, how much it will cost, how you will make friends and
more. We know, because we asked the exact same questions when we were in Year 12!
The information evening is designed to cover the big questions and topics that students and parents
need to know about, before applying to uni.

Register for Southern Sydney: https://mkto.uow.edu.au/SouthernSydney-Info-Evening-Rego-
2022.html
Register for Wollongong: https://mkto.uow.edu.au/Wollongong-Info-Evening-Rego-2022.html
Register for Sydney: https://mkto.uow.edu.au/SydneyCBD-Info-Evening-Rego-2022.html

University of Wollongong - Early Admission
Applications Open 18 July - 12 August
All shortlisted applicants will be advised of their Early Admission outcomes on 10 October 2022,
before the NSW HSC exams commence.
UOW Early Admission is our early offer program for students completing Year 12 (Higher School
Certificate or other Australian equivalents) during 2022. When you apply for Early Admission, UOW
looks beyond your ATAR, and considers your unique skills and experiences, alongside your Year 11
results, so you can earn an offer to uni before you sit your first exam.
Getting into UOW early, means less stress for you at that time, and provides you with the
certainty that next year you'll be studying at a uni.
Five steps for your application
*Check your eligibility. If you are studying at an Australian high school, completing the HSC, the
International Baccalaureate (IB) or an equivalent, you are eligible to apply

*Choose up to two courses

*Complete your application online

*If you are shortlisted for consideration, you will be invited to attend an interview or online session

*Breathe, stress less and focus on your final exams.
https://www.uow.edu.au/early-admission/

ANU Applications for 2023 Entry
2 March 2022           Applications open

23 May 2022            Application close

30 May 2022            Deadline to upload your co-curricular documentation.

5 September 2022       Application offers released

5 October 2022         Acceptance deadline

1 November 2022        Change of academic preference period opens

18 December 2022* Change of academic preference period closes

23 December 2022* Final offers released
https://www.anu.edu.au/study/apply/domestic-applications-anu-undergraduate

ANU - Changes to direct application admissions for 2023
Due to the disruptions caused by COVID-19, we have adapted our admissions process for
undergraduate study at ANU in 2023.

We will make offers based on Year 11 results on 5 September 2022, and these will be honoured for
study in 2023, as long as students have completed Year 12 with an ATAR.
Learn more about these changes and how it may affect your application, the co-curricular and
service requirement, or program pre-requisites in our admissions FAQs.
These changes do not apply to non-school leavers and/or those who did not study an Australian Year
12 or International Baccalaureate (November Session) program. The information on this page is
related to study in 2023.
https://www.anu.edu.au/study/apply/domestic-applications-anu-undergraduate/applying-to-anu-
application-details/changes-to

ANU Application Webinar Series
Please join us for this webinar series presented by the Australian National University (ANU).
ANU Direct Applications are open from Wednesday 2 March to Monday 23 May 2022. This series will
provide information to students and their families about applications, study options, and student life
at ANU.
Webinars will be held 4pm on Wednesdays throughout the application period.
• 11 May: ANU Applications - Co-curricular and service requirements Q&A
• 18 May: ANU Applications - any final questions
https://www.anu.edu.au/study/events/anu-application-webinar-series-0

ACU | Entry and Pathways for Year 12 Students
Tuesday, 24 May 2022, 6pm - 6:30pm
Online
ACU has a range of pathways and entry programs available to Year 12 students. Our Future Students
team will explain our various options and the eligibility criteria for each one, and you’ll hear from
current students about their journeys.
Find out more: https://www.acu.edu.au/about-acu/events/2022/may/acu-entry-and-pathways-for-
year-12-students

ACU | ACU Guarantee application process and student panel (NSW/ACT/QLD)
Tuesday, 14 June 2022, 6pm - 6:30pm
Online
The ACU Guarantee Program offers eligible Year 12 students a place at ACU based on your Year 11
results. Join us to learn detailed information on how to apply and hear current students share their
experiences.
This webinar is for NSW, ACT and QLD students only.
Find out more: https://www.acu.edu.au/about-acu/events/2022/june/acu-guarantee-application-
process-and-student-panel-nsw-act-qld

University of Newcastle | Joint Medical Program (JMP) Info Session
Wednesday, 11 May 2022, 6pm - 7pm
Online
The Bachelor of Medical Science and Doctor of Medicine (MD – JMP) is an innovative five-year
degree that will prepare you for an exciting and rewarding medical career. Delivered in partnership
with the University of New England, Hunter New England Local Health District and Central Coast

Local Health District, our students graduate ready to play a key role in shaping and improving future
health care for individuals and communities. Students enrolled at the University of Newcastle have
the opportunity to preference two different first year locations now, opening up the opportunity to
study closer to home.
This session will look at the JMP program and admission criteria, pathways and study locations,
whilst getting first-hand experiences from current students and academics.
You will have the chance to hear from leading academics who teach into the program, as well as
current students and junior doctors. Lots of opportunity for small group discussion.
Find out more: https://uonewcastle.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Lz5OzASxQMi7yEGT9WvMrg

Notre Dame | Open Day 2022, Sydney
Saturday, 27 August 2022, 10am - 3pm
The University of Notre Dame, Broadway
We look forward to welcoming you on Saturday, 27 August to chat with our academics, alumni and
current students about your study options and university life.
Find out more: https://events.nd.edu.au/OpenDaySydney

UTAS | 2022 Open Day, Sydney
Saturday, 3 September 2022, 10am - 3pm
University of Tasmania, Rozelle Campus
Open Day is a great way to explore our campuses and get a taste of life at the University of
Tasmania. You can hear all about our courses, pathways and scholarships – straight from students
and teaching staff.
Take a tour of our campus and facilities, meet some of the academics, talk to current university
students, learn about some of our exciting research projects, and see what each of our courses has
to offer.
Our events are packed with exciting hands-on activities, great food, live music and plenty of
environmentally-sustainable merch.
Find out more: https://www.utas.edu.au/about/events/open-day

UAC Digital | Let’s Chat – Health Sciences
Wednesday, 18 May 2022, 6pm
Online
Are you are thinking of pursuing a career in nursing, midwifery, physiotherapy, speech pathology or
radiology? A panel of NSW and ACT university experts will break down what’s required to apply to
and study a Health Science degree. We’ll discuss:
    • HSC courses that can help you build a good foundation for uni study
    • selection criteria
    • work placement opportunities
    • career opportunities
    • the UAC application process.
And we’ll give answers to the most commonly asked questions!
Find out more: https://uacdigital.easywebinar.live/registration-lets-chat-health-sciences

UAC Digital | Construction and Engineering
Wednesday, 25 May 2022, 6pm
Online
Thinking of applying for a Construction or Engineering degree? We’ll provide HSC students and their
parents with information about:
    • HSC courses that can help you build a good foundation for uni study
    • selection criteria and pathways
    • work placement opportunities
    • career opportunities
    • the UAC application process.
And we’ll give answers to the most commonly asked questions!
Find out more: https://uacdigital.easywebinar.live/registration-lets-chat-construction-and-
engineering

UAC Digital | Let’s Chat – Teaching
Wednesday, 1 June 2022, 6pm
Online
In this session, we’ll give HSC students and their parents information about applying for a Teaching
degree. UAC and an expert panel from various universities will discuss:
     • which HSC courses are recommended for Teaching
     • different types of teaching you can apply for
     • entry requirements
     • application statements
     • available pathways if you don’t meet the selection criteria
     • high-demand teaching areas.
And we’ll give answers to the most commonly asked questions!
Find out more: https://uacdigital.easywebinar.live/registration-lets-chat-teaching

University of Sydney - Bachelor of Design (Interaction Design)
Wednesday, 11 May 2022, 4pm
The University of Sydney has launched a new Bachelor of Design (Interaction Design) degree. This
new degree will prepare you to be at the leading-edge of interaction design and a career in an ever-
expanding field. You will develop a deep and rich understanding of how people interact and
experience the world around us, and discover how to design, prototype, and test new products,
services and experiences. Combining technical design skills such as programming, interface and
intelligent systems design, with critical and creative user-centred, ethical and social design practices,
you will have the opportunity to put those deep skills into practice, solving real-world problems in
design studio units. Learn more about this degree from the Program Director and find out how you
can kick start an exciting career in interaction design.
https://uni-sydney.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_r0ebThX5RLW4Jcks25dx-A

UTS | Intro to Civil and Environmental Engineering
Monday, 9 May 2022, 5:30pm
Online
Learn how through civil engineering, you can specialise in a range of areas such as Construction,
Structures or Environmental. Civil engineers are problem solvers. They determine solutions for
infrastructure, big construction, structural design and growing environmental concerns impacting
human activity.
Gain an insight into what Civil and Environmental Engineering is all about and find out if it’s right for
you. Hear from key academics about what it’s like to study Civil Engineering at UTS and how best to
prepare.
Find out more: https://utsmeet.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_zzynqzhuSQ2hb2CcW_Desw

UTS | Bachelor of Accounting Co-op Program
Wednesday, 11 May 2022, 6pm - 7pm
Online
At the core of every organisation is an accountant. Learn about what accounting really is, our
Bachelor of Accounting Co-op program, and where accounting can take you.
If you are a high-achieving school leaver and believe you could be one of Australia’s future business
leaders, then the Bachelor of Accounting cooperative education scholarship program has been
designed just for you. The Bachelor of Accounting provides you with a multi-skilled accounting
degree with strong emphasis on both accounting and financial management, both essential business
tools.
In this webinar, meet current students, graduates, sponsors, and staff of this elite program.
Find out more: https://utsmeet.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Uh9Q3h3ZQvS_gN5YLl6Uiw

EAS: Closing date for EAS applications for Semester 1, 2023
3 February, 2023
Apply and provide documents for EAS by midnight to have your application considered for semester
1, 2023 admissions.
https://www.uac.edu.au/current-applicants/educational-access-schemes

SRS: Applications close for 2022
19 September 2022
Apply for the Schools Recommendation Scheme by midnight.
https://www.uac.edu.au/future-applicants/scholarships-and-schemes/schools-recommendation-
schemes

Intro to Mechanical and Mechatronic Engineering at UTS
19 May 2022, 5:30pm
Learn about dynamics (the science of moving things) and learn to calculate and control the
movement and interaction of solid objects, fluids, heat and electricity. Design, build and manage
automated and autonomous mechanical systems, with an emphasis on robots, smart machines,
intelligent control systems, and biomedical devices.

Register today and gain an insight into what Mechanical and Mechatronic Engineering is all about
and find out if it's right for you. Hear from key academics about what it's like to study Mechanical
and Mechatronic Engineering at UTS and how best to prepare. There will also be a Q&A session
where you can have your questions answered live.
https://www.uts.edu.au/about/faculty-engineering-and-information-technology/webinars-
demand/engineering-undergraduate-students/intro-data-science-engineering-uts

Intro to Software Engineering at UTS
18 May 2022, 5:30pm
Learn how Software engineering is the application of engineering principles to the design,
development and maintenance of software. Software engineers develop systems that must work the
first time and every time.
Register today and gain an insight into what software engineering is all about and find out if it's right
for you. Hear from key academics about what it's like to study software engineering at UTS and how
best to prepare. There will also be a Q&A session where you can have your questions answered live.
https://utsmeet.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_pHRT83xJT7-_15cV93WHZg

Intro to Flexible Engineering at UTS
17 May 2022, 5:30pm
Want to create your own combination of subjects or sub-major in an emerging area? Or not sure
which engineering major to choose? The Flexible Engineering course is just that – flexible! Once
you've completed core engineering subjects, choose a major or choose your own blend of
compatible subjects.
Register today, and gain an insight into what Flexible Engineering is all about, and find out if it's right
for you. Hear from key academics about what it's like to study Flexible Engineering at UTS and how
best to prepare. There will also be a Q&A session where you can have your questions answered live.
https://utsmeet.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_O8HtjmFnQNix6I3UPYFlAA

University of Sydney | Your Future in Business
Wednesday, 1 June 2022, 4pm - 4:45pm
Online
Join this session to hear about how the Bachelor of Commerce at the University of Sydney will
prepare you for a future in business. Find out about the wide range of areas of study or ‘majors’ on
offer, such as Finance, Innovation and Entrepreneurship, Human Resource Management,
Management and Leadership, and more.
Find out more: https://uni-sydney.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_GSeh1ERJQZWFGfHDVTsE6g

University of Sydney | Careers in Architecture
Wednesday, 8 June 2022, 4pm - 4:30pm
Online
Are you interested in architecture and the built environment? Discover the myriad of careers
available to you in architecture, design, urban planning, heritage conservation, property
development, sustainability, construction and more! Find out how a degree at the Sydney School of
Architecture can help you prepare for an exciting career in the field.
Find out more: https://uni-sydney.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_N_DO0IZiThyPp1RNvX_7-Q

Macquarie | Open Day 2022
Saturday, 13 August 2022, 9am - 2pm
Macquarie University
Macquarie University’s Open Day is an experience made for (YOU)us. Join us to learn how our
industry connections, passion for collaboration and appetite for unconventional thinking will help
you achieve remarkable things.
Find out more: https://event.mq.edu.au/open-day-2022/registration/Site/Register

University of Newcastle | Parents and Carers Info Session
Thursday, 30 June 2022, 6pm - 7pm
Online
We invite parents and carers of prospective university students to register for our webinar focussed
on key admission dates, university ‘jargon’ explained, alternate pathways into university, fees,
scholarships, and student support.
This is a valuable session for parents and carers with students in Years 11 and 12.
You will hear from Student Ambassadors sharing their stories about their transition from high school
to university and their entry pathway.
There will also be an opportunity to ask questions.
Find out more: https://www.newcastle.edu.au/events/future-students/parents-and-carers-info-
session

Five Steps to Study in the USA
Whether you plan to pursue a short-term or full degree program in the United States, EducationUSA
has the resources you need in 'Your Five Steps to US Study'.
https://educationusa.state.gov/your-5-steps-us-study

Applying and studying in the UK
What it’s like to study in the UK as an international student, and how to apply to a UK university.
The UK is one of the world's most popular destinations for international students.
Undergraduate applications to UK universities are usually made through the Universities and
Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS).
Postgraduate applications are normally made direct to the university, usually via the university
website.
International students should make sure you get your application in well before the deadline,
particularly if you want to study at one of the UK’s top universities. Check individual university
website course pages for details of how to apply.
You’ll need to be aware of visa conditions, English language requirements and work permit
restrictions.
Use this guide as well as other information and advice found across our website. Our UK university
rankings are a good place to start.
https://www.thecompleteuniversityguide.co.uk/international/studying-in-the-uk/

US and UK universities webinar

J&J Education will be holding a webinar hosted by lecturers and admissions interviewers from
UPenn, Yale, Oxbridge, UCL and more.

The webinar will take place on Sunday, 15 May 6pm AEST. It will be an opportunity to hear winning
tips from US/UK admissions insiders and freely ask questions. Sign up here.

PCA Business Cadetships Program
For Year 12 students who are interested in business, why wait until you finish university to launch
your career? Secure your future now, by applying for a cadetship under the Business Cadetships
Program. Cadetships are open to students from all schools.

Business Cadets combine study at the university of their choice in Sydney with paid work at either
UBS, Barrenjoey Capital Partners or Macquarie Group in Sydney. These companies are leaders in
the financial services industry.

As a cadet, you may choose from a wide range of degrees, including economics, commerce,
business, actuarial studies, computer science & technology, mathematics and the humanities. In
2022, the Business Cadetships Program offers exciting cadetship opportunities in a range of business
areas at participating companies. You will work alongside world-class professionals and be well
remunerated.

By studying and working at a leading company from the start of university, cadets earn a competitive
advantage over students who delay work until after university. Only current Year 12 students can
apply, so this is your once-in-a-lifetime chance to take advantage of this unparalleled opportunity!

Check out our video:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1iaMMnyKrjoyA4aIW6ub3X3dkQn3uRGnR/view?usp=sharing

Applications for the Business Cadetships Program open on 7 March and close on 26 May 2022.

By this date, both your Application Form and School Assessment are due in.

To apply, go to www.businesscadetships.com.au

NAS | HSC Intensive Studio Practice
Tuesday, 12 July 2022, 12am – Friday, 15 July 2022, 12am

National Art School, Darlinghurst

The NAS HSC Intensive Studio Practice is endorsed by the NSW Education Standards Authority and
has been offered by NAS to Year 11 Visual Arts students in all government and non-government high
schools since 2000.

This course is designed for students from both government and non-government schools, seeking to
further their studies in Visual Arts in Year 12 and beyond to tertiary level, and who are considering a
career in the Visual Arts.

Applicants must be nominated by their Visual Arts teacher, and must be those who are achieving at
the highest level of excellence in their Preliminary Course, and who demonstrate a mature attitude
to their studies.

The dates for the 2022 HSC program are:

    •   Module 1: Tuesday, 12 - Friday, 15 July 2022 and
    •   Module 2: Monday, 26 - Friday, 30 September 2022
Find out more: https://nas.edu.au/hsc-intensive-studio-practice/

Explore Teaching
Thinking about a career in education? Find out what it's like to be a teacher in NSW schools and what
type of teacher you could become.
https://www.teach.nsw.edu.au/exploreteaching

UCAT ANZ for Medicine and Dentistry in 2023
The University Clinical Aptitude Test is a compulsory test that you may have to sit in order to apply
for some degrees in the fields of Medicine or Dentistry. It is designed to help universities select
applicants with the appropriate abilities and professional behaviours required to practice
successfully as a doctors or dentists. It is used in collaboration with other admissions processes, such
as interviews and academic qualifications.

13 of the universities in Australia offering Medicine and Dentistry, and two in New Zealand, will
require you to sit the UCAT ANZ test as part of your application. So, if you’re thinking of applying to
uni in 2023 for a degree in one of those fields, you should check the entry requirements as soon as
possible, to find out if taking the UCAT ANZ is necessary.

Registrations for concession and access schemes are open now. Bookings open on 1 March 2022
and close on 17 May. You’ll sit the tests between 1 July and 12 August 2022. Results will be
delivered to the universities in early September.

It costs $305 to sit the test ($199 concession fee, but you only have until 10 May to register for
concession prices).

NSW Ambulance Service
Thinking about a career in the Ambulance Service? Find the information that you need for careers in
New South Wales here:

https://www.ambulance.nsw.gov.au/careers

https://www.ambulance.nsw.gov.au/careers/paramedic

https://www.ambulance.nsw.gov.au/careers/control-centre-officer

https://www.ambulance.nsw.gov.au/careers/flight-nurse

https://www.ambulance.nsw.gov.au/careers/prehospital-and-retrieval-registrar

What is ADFA ?
Receive service training while studying for your degree, earn a salary while learning, and graduate
with a rewarding job and no HELP debt. Forged from a unique partnership between the ADF and the
University of New South Wales, the Australian Defence Force Academy offers world-class education
plus cutting-edge military and leadership training. On our Canberra campus, in addition to being
expertly trained in the art of leadership and management, you'll undertake a degree in Arts,
Business, Engineering, Information Technology, Science or Technology.
https://www.defencejobs.gov.au/students-and-education/australian-defence-force-academy/what-
is-adfa

ADFA Virtual Tour
Want to learn more about the Australian Defence Force Academy? Discover ADFA through our
virtual tour. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IWI74RY9IlA
Applying to the Australian Defence Force Academy
Applying for ADFA is a competitive, dual application process that can take up to 12 months. It's
preferable you apply in Year 11, but you can still apply in Year 12.

To start the ADF application process, use our degree and job match tool to explore the courses through
ADFA, and the careers they can lead to. You can choose from a range of UNSW degrees, each of which
leads directly to an officer role in the Navy, Army or Air Force. You will also need to ensure you are
eligible.
https://www.defencejobs.gov.au/students-and-education/australian-defence-force-academy/how-
to-apply/

NSW Police | Recruitment Information Session, Parramatta
Saturday, 28 May 2022, 10am - 12pm
NSW Police Force Headquarters, Parramatta
Come and join us for an information session about the NSW Police Force recruitment process. The
session 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.
Physical Training Instructors will also be available to discuss the physical testing standards, medical
requirements and tips for training.
Find out more: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/nsw-police-recruitment-information-session-
parramatta-tickets-297391153947

Police Recruitment Process
Learn about the process and the requirements here:
https://www.police.nsw.gov.au/recruitment
Information & Practice PCT Sessions - NSW Police Recruitment
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.
‘Aquatic Rescue Sequence’ certification:
Applicants are required to provide certification of successful completion of the Aquatic Rescue
Sequence.
First Aid certification:

Applicants are required to supply certification of completion of an approved ‘Apply First Aid’ course
with at least 12 months currency remaining on certification.
Typing certificate:
Applicants are required to supply a recognized certificate of typing proficiency equivalent or greater
than 25 words per minute at 98 per cent accuracy.
https://www.police.nsw.gov.au/recruitment/eligibility_quiz

Qantas Group Pilot Academy Applications are Open
Applications are now open
Estimates suggest that 790,000 more pilots will be required globally over the next 20 years with
around one third of them in the Asia Pacific region.
To help meet the increasing need for skilled aviators in one of the fastest growing global industries,
we've launched the Qantas Group Pilot Academy. The Academy is part of our plans to build a long-
term talent pipeline not just for Qantas, QantasLink and Jetstar, but for the industry more broadly.
As the national carrier, we have a history of attracting the best and brightest to fly for us, so we’re
hoping to see passionate men and women training with us at our new Academy.
Course Information here:
https://www.qantas.com/au/en/about-us/our-company/pilot-academy.html#course-information
Main site here:
https://www.qantas.com/au/en/about-us/our-company/pilot-academy.html

Basair | Pilot Career Seminar
Monday, 16 May 2022, 7pm - 8:30pm
Basair Aviation College, Bankstown Aerodrome
Learn about career paths, salaries, entry level jobs, qualifications, pilot courses and everything you
need to know about becoming a Commercial Pilot in less than a year, at Basair.
Find out more: http://www.basair.com.au/Events/Register/238

Sydney Trains Apprenticeships – Watch for July
Information on Apprenticeships and the recruitment process.
Join the team that keeps Sydney moving!
If you’re looking for a rewarding career in a boom industry, there’s never been a better time to join
the rail industry. Sydney Trains is the biggest passenger rail operator and maintainer in Australia and
is the training ground for the NSW rail industry.
Sydney Trains offers a range of apprenticeships in the electrical, telecommunications and
mechanical engineering trades.
We advertise apprenticeship positions in July each year on https://iworkfor.nsw.gov.au and our
apprentices commence in January of the following year.
Info here:
https://www.transport.nsw.gov.au/sydneytrains/careers/sydney-trains-apprentices

The Hotel School | Information Evening
Tuesday, 24 May 2022, 5pm - 6:30pm
The Hotel School Sydney, Sydney
Are you passionate about a career in hospitality and tourism? Join us to explore how you can start
an exciting global career within the hospitality, hotel and tourism industry, by attending our
Information Evening.

Highlights of the session include:
    • Find out more about course and flexible degree options
    • Meet academic staff and current students
    • Career guidance and industry insights
    • Scholarships and fees
    • Personalised campus tours
Bring your parents or friends along and get all your questions answered.
Find out more: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/the-hotel-school-sydney-information-evening-
tickets-319186323887

AIE | Open Day, Sydney
Saturday, 14 May 2022, 10am - 3pm
Academy of Interactive Entertainment, Ultimo
Discover the courses designed to get you started in game development, 3D animation, film and
visual effects at the AIE Open Day on Saturday, 14 May 2022.
AIE’s Open Day is a great opportunity to meet our teachers, staff and students. The day will cover
everything you need to know about the:
    • careers in games and VFX that we train students for;
    • studios and industries that we work with;
    • courses we offer – from beginners to professional mastery, and;
    • the software, skills and knowledge we teach.
AIE’s Open Day will also include presentations on entry requirements and how to apply. Find out
how AIE can get you into a creative career.
Find out more: https://aie.edu.au/aie_event/open-day/

AIM | Open Evening 2022
Wednesday, 18 May 2022, 5:30pm - 8pm
Australian Institute of Music, The Rocks Campus
AIM Sydney: Open Evening 2022 is your opportunity to find out what the Australian Institute of
Music can offer you, and your passion and dedication to music. Develop the skills and build the
network to create a thriving career in the new music industry.
This is your chance to check out our new campus, sit in on some talks, listen to live performances,
and chat with lecturers and students across all our study programs, from Music Theatre and
Contemporary, to Composition and Production and Entertainment Management.
Find out more: https://aim.edu.au/events/aim-sydney-open-evening/

JMC | May 2022 Open Day
Saturday, 21 May 2022, 10am - 2pm
JMC Academy, Harris Street Campus
At JMC, it’s all about exploring your passion, discovering a rewarding career and making a few life-
long connections along the way. It’s about helping you grow your skills, hone your creativity, and
learn as much as you can about your chosen field, so that you eventually land that job you’ve always
dreamed of.
Join us on Saturday, 21 May for our Open Day and discover how you can build your creative future
with JMC.

On the day you’ll be able to:
    • Tour our world-class facilities
    • Explore your creative future in our hands-on workshops
    • Meet our current students and industry expert lecturers
    • Learn how you can build your creative network
    • See creativity come to life with course demonstrations
    • Learn about our collaborative industry program and working with students across all courses
Find out more: https://www.jmcacademy.edu.au/news-and-events/events/may-2022-sydney-
campus-open-day/

Sydney Design School | Open Day
Saturday, 21 May 2022, 10am - 12pm
Sydney Design School, St Leonards
Join us for our biggest day of the year! Our Director, Amanda Grace, will take you through our
flexible course options. Meet our passionate Educators and Careers Coach while exploring our
inspiring student work.
If this event is moved online, we will update you with a link to join us via Zoom. You can expect to
receive this closer to the event date.
Find out more: https://sydneydesignschool.com.au/information-sessions/

TAFE Pathways Brochures – Find a large range of occupational pathway brochures on this link.

Getting ready for Years 11 and 12
If you’re just starting senior school this year, congratulations! You might have some questions and
concerns about what’s ahead for the next two years. Education NSW has put together some handy
resources to help guide you through this difficult but rewarding time. They have a handy checklist,
and lots of resources you can download and print, such as a calendar and planner.

Check it out here: https://education.nsw.gov.au/parents-and-carers/going-to-
school/preparing/getting-ready-for-year-11-12.html

Top Australian Graduate Employers in 2022
Haven’t got a clue yet what careers might interest you or what you’d like to study at uni? Maybe
you’re unsure IF you’d even like to study further after school.

Have a look at the lists of Australia’s top 100 companies who employed graduates in 2021.

You can have a peek at their careers pages. See what jobs they have on offer and what qualifications
you’d need, to be considered. You never know, you could be inspired.

Read some of the lists here:

https://au.gradconnection.com/top100/2021/#finalist=afr-top100-employers-ranking

https://gradaustralia.com.au/top-employers

https://www.topgraduateemployers.com/

https://top-graduate-employers-2022.afr.com/top-100-graduate-employers-2022

Searching for your dream course
Looking for the perfect course to study? Going through every single university website and seeing if
they offer the course you want, can be tedious. Thankfully, you don’t have to do that. This is where
Course Seeker comes in.

What is Course Seeker?

Course Seeker is a comprehensive database of tertiary courses on offer from universities and private
providers across the country. It makes it easy to find your dream course. You can filter your search
by subject area, location, duration, qualification level, institution type, and more.

You can also see the entry requirements for each course, so you can work out which courses you
might be eligible for in a flash. You also get other handy info, like the course duration, whether you
can study part-time, and the campuses where the course is offered.

You can also add courses to your shortlist, which lets you easily compare them when you’re trying to
make a decision. In your shortlist, you can also compare indicative course fees, whether or not
Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) are available, and if there are any prerequisites, plus more.

And if you click on a course, you can see all the information you’ll need, including majors, extended
admissions criteria, the date the course will start next, and more.

Get searching

Find the course of your dreams here: https://www.courseseeker.edu.au

Looking for something similar for VET courses? Try MySkills.

National Skills Commission NERO Data Dashboard
The National Skills Commission (NSC) Nowcast of Employment by Region and Occupation (NERO)
dashboard, provides data on employment levels, both by job and location. It’s a great way to see
how the landscape of jobs has changed across Australia, and how it might change into the future.

You can search 355 occupations across 88 regions in Australia. Until now, this type of data was only
readily available every five years, as part of the Census. With NERO, this information is right at your
fingertips.

What can you do?

The NERO dashboard lets you search for your dream job, and then see how employment in that job
has changed in different areas. It’s a handy way of easily seeing trends in employment, as well as
maybe even predicting future trends. You’ll also see a map of Australia that shows you the different
growth trends in different regions. Want even more detail? You can select a specific area and view
employment trends for just that area too.

Find out more

Access the NERO data dashboard here: https://www.nationalskillscommission.gov.au/our-
work/nero

Jobs for people who love sports
Playing sports isn’t just fun and challenging – in addition to keeping fit, you could also develop some
great skills that could be useful in life, and transferable to your future workplaces.

Transferable skills you’ll gain from sports

If you’re a sports player, you’ll be well aware of the physical skills that you’ve gained through your
practise, training and competing. But have you made the connection between other soft skills that
you’ve also been developing?

A few examples include:

    •   Teamwork and collaboration
    • Self-motivation
    • Leadership
    • Resilience and working under pressure
    • Communication
    • Decisiveness
    • Time management
    • Focus and commitment
These are all valuable skills to have, so it’s worth taking some time to assess your strengths and
thinking of examples to highlight them, then adding them to your resume.

Jobs for people who love sports

If you’re passionate about sports, regardless of whether you’re an elite athlete or not, there are
plenty of careers you could think about. You could indulge your love of sports and make the best use
of the skills you’ve developed too.

    •   Professional Athlete / Sportsperson
    •   Sporting Coach or Instructor
    •   Talent Scout
    •   Umpire or Referee
    •   Sports Development Officer
    •   PE Teacher
    •   Sports Physiotherapist
    •   Kinesiologist
    •   Sports Psychologist
    •   Personal Trainer
    •   Leisure Centre or Gym Manager
    •   Sports Journalist
    •   TV and Radio Broadcasters
    •   Sports Photographers and Videographers
    •   Marketing Manager
    •   Events Co-ordinator
    •   PR and Communications
    •   Statisticians
    •   Sports Agents

•   Nutritionist
    •   Facilities Manager

Job Spotlight

How to become a Plumber
Plumbers are responsible for installing, repairing, and maintaining drains, pipes, gutters, and other
equipment relating to the supply of water, drainage, gas, sewerage, ventilation, and more. They can
work in a huge variety of environments, from small scale domestic tasks to massive industrial and
commercial projects. If you’re fit and a hard worker, want a job with lots of variety and challenge,
and don’t mind getting your hands dirty, becoming a Plumber could be ideal.

About you:
   • Excellent problem solver
   • Safety-conscious
   • Great communicator
   • Good with your hands
   • Can work in teams and independently
   • Physically fit and resilient
   • Critical thinker
   • Mathematically minded

The job:
   • Installing a variety of plumbing systems
   • Reading diagrams, blueprints, and plans
   • Inspecting and fixing faults in plumbing systems
   • Determining appropriate materials and tools for a job
   • Connecting buildings to water and gas main supplies
   • Designing sewerage and wastewater drainage plans
   • Connecting appliances that use water and gas
   • Installing roofing, gutters, downpipes, and water tanks

How to become a Plumber in Australia
You will need to complete a relevant VET qualification in order to work as a Plumber in Australia.
This is usually done as an apprenticeship.

Find out more here –
http://www.masterplumbersaustralia.com.au/
https://www.fairtrading.nsw.gov.au/trades-and-businesses/licensing-and-qualifications/plumbing,-
draining-and-gasfitting