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Robin Anderson Film Awards, Sydney Film School Scholarship Valued at over $14,000, the scholarship covers all tuition fees, materials and equipment. Make a short film (max 8min) and enter it by Friday, 1st October 2010. http://www.robinanderson.org.au/ Email ikeller@sydneyfilmschool.com or T (02) 9698 2244 www.sydneyfilmschool.com Raffles College of Design and Commerce Open Day & Scholarship Program Saturday 11th September, 10am - 2pm Where: 99 Mount St, North Sydney (close to North Sydney train station). http://www.raffles.edu.au/Download-document/325-2010-Raffles-Open-Day-flyer.html 8 Raffles College Scholarships offered for 2011 Valued between $22,680 and $55,540. Applications close Friday 19 November, 2010. www.raffles.edu.au September School Holidays @ Academy of Interactive Entertainment Canberra All students who participate in a short course will receive a certificate of completion along with a copy of the work produced in class on DVD. Two-day courses are available for all levels, and cost $240. http://www.aie.edu.au/courses/short_courses_cbr.php Centre for Digital Media and Design, Wollongong TAFE Recently refurbished facilities include four state of the art Macintosh computer labs, a Blue Screen video studio and an animation studio. They teach the creative application of computer imaging in research and production covering a broad range of Digital Media and Graphic Design vocations. TVET Entertainment Industry C2 is available for year 11 and 12 HSC students, which runs on one evening per week for two years. Applications close on Friday 29 October 2010. http://www.cdmd.edu.au/ Metroscreen Young Filmmakers Holiday Workshop 3-day intensive filmmaking workshop for 11-16 year olds starts on 6th October. Cost: $295 T 02 9356 1818, or book online: https://metroscreen.worldsecuresystems.com/BookingRetrieve.aspx?ID=72475 Camp America 2011 Info Evenings Parramatta - Tuesday 7th September 6.30pm - 7.30pm, Parramatta Library - Retro Room, 1a Civic Place. Darlinghurst- Monday 13th September 6.30pm - 7.30pm, Camp America head Office, 10-14 Oxford Square (next to Pearson Florist at 50 Oxford St.) http://www.campamerica.com.au/ The Audit Office of New South Wales School Leaver Recruitment Program Trainees are required to study an accounting degree part-time whilst working on a full-time basis. Applications open in early September. Should you wish to apply at that time, please forward a brief covering letter, resume, references and latest school results to the email address below. For further details or to apply please email SchoolLeavers@audit.nsw.gov.au http://www.audit.nsw.gov.au/info/hr/career_opportunities/careeroport.htm#Leaver 48 Hour Film Project, Sydney Filmmakers compete to see who can make the best short film in only 48 hours. Information Day Saturday September 25th. 48 hours: 8-10 October. http://www.48hourfilm.com/sydney/ The Great Book Swap Help buy books and literacy resources for Indigenous children living in remote communities. Make your Great Book Swap part of Children’s Book Week (21 - 27 August) or National Literacy and Numeracy Week (29 August - 4 September) or Indigenous Literacy Day (1 September). Or your school may choose to fundraise at any time throughout the school year. http://www.indigenousliteracyproject.org.au/Schools/GBS.aspx Sydney Institute of TAFE – another path to university
Several degree programs in partnership with the University of Wollongong, Charles Sturt University and the University of Ballarat. TAFE NSW also has formal articulation arrangements both at a state and national level with 32 different universities. Sydney Institute currently offers over 80 TAFE to university pathway courses. For more information please call 1300 360 601. http://www.sit.nsw.edu.au/courses/?Media_Index_ID=185 NSW Police Career Day 2011 When: Sunday 20 February 2011, 9am-3pm Where: NSW Police College, McDermott Drive, Goulburn NSW Phone 1800 222 122 or email recruiting@police.nsw.gov.au http://www.police.nsw.gov.au/recruitment/upcoming_events UTS Bachelor of Accounting Information Evening The special design of this course and its subjects allows students the opportunity to complete a major in accounting, plus a second major or sub-major in another business discipline, as well as gain a year of full-time work experience, all within three years. Information Evening: DATE: Friday, 27 August 2010 TIME: 6.00 for 6.15 pm (Will finish at about 7.30 pm) VENUE: Building 4, Level 2, Room 23 (see UTS City Map) DRESS: Smart casual or school uniform. Parents and teachers also welcome. http://www.business.uts.edu.au/bofacc/application/appsel.html Free Information Sessions at Pearson's School of Floristry 31 Aug, 08 Sep, 22 Sep or 06 Oct 50 Oxford Street Darlinghurst, NSW, 2010
Phone: (02) 9550 7755, Email: school@pearsonsflorist.com.au http://www.pearsonsschool.com. UTS Business & Accounting Changes 2011 New structure for the Bachelor of Business and Bachelor of Accounting programs. Further information on the subjects will be available soon.
Visit the website below to download a guide on the new course structure. http://business.uts.edu.au/bbus UTS New Bachelor of Design in Interior and Spatial Design http://datasearch.uts.edu.au/dab/courses/details.cfm?spk_cd=C10271&spk_ver_no=1 UTS International Students’ Information Day Thursday 28 October 2010 from 11am until 2pm in the UTS Tower Building. Application fees for international students will be waived on the day. http://www.uts.edu.au/international/infoday.html NEW Discover the Midwife in U@UTS Workshops First workshop: Thursday October 7. For more information and to register your interest please visit the event section of the website. http://www.nmh.uts.edu.au/midwifery/discover/index.html Australian Film Television and Radio School Open Program - New Home Page
Head to AFTRS in the holidays or on weekends to try filmmaking, animation, TV presenting, special effects, screen acting, screen makeup and much, much more! The Entertainment Quarter, 130 Bent St Moore Park NSW 2021 T. 1300 13 14 61 or 02 9805 6611 www.openprogram.aftrs.edu.au Skillex NSW - a unique skills-focused event Distinct from other careers expos due to its specific focus on both traditional and non traditional trades, apprenticeships, traineeships, cadetships, jobs and education in skilled areas. WHERE: Olympic Park, Homebush WHEN: Friday 22nd - Saturday 23rd October 2010 TIME: 9am - 4pm CONTACT: Twee Shaw on 9240 6686 or t.shaw@eoc.com.au Bachelor of Design (Interior Design) at Design Centre Enmore. From 2011, Sydney Institute will introduce TAFE NSW's first degree program. For more information, please call 1300 360 601. http://www.sit.nsw.edu.au/  NSW Police Career Day 2011 Sunday 20 February 2011, 9am-3pm NSW Police College, McDermott Drive, Goulburn NSW Call us on 1800 222 122 or email recruiting@police.nsw.gov.au http://www.police.nsw.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0005/144905/police_career_day.pdf UNSW Chemistry Information Evening For Year 10, 11 and 12 students and their parents. Featuring Medicinal Chemistry and Nanotechnology. Foyer, Chemical Sciences Building, UNSW Kensington campus. Thursday 16th September 2010. 5.45pm – Registration, 6.00 pm - Presentations and refreshments, 7.30 pm – Finish. T: 02 9385 4666 E: science@unsw.edu.au Registration: http://www.science.unsw.edu.au/chemistry-information-evening/ UNSW - The Robertson Scholars Program Students study at Duke University and the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in the USA. The Program valued at up to $50,000 per annum provides full tuition, room and board and a living stipend. Applications close 30 November 2010 https://scholarships.online.unsw.edu.au/scholarship/sc_al_search_detail.display_scholarship_details?p_session=&p_scholarship_specific_id=607&p_schedule_id=901 Apprenticeships with Schindler Lifts Australia, 2011 Apprenticeships in NSW, VIC, QLD, ACT, SA and WA. Applications close on the 19th of September. Download the application form at: http://www.au.schindler.com/application_form_2011.pdf http://www.au.schindler.com Department of Broadband, Communications and the Digital Economy Year 12 graduate program, Canberra Applications close on 19 September 2010. Earn a Certificate IV in Government qualification during the 1 year program. When the Program ends they want you to gain a position with the Department. http://www.dbcde.gov.au/jobs/entry_level_graduate_programs Sydney Film School Open Day Saturday 20th November at 82 Cope St, Waterloo, NSW 2017 RSVP ikeller@sydneyfilmschool.com or T 02 9698 2244. http://www.sydneyfilmschool.com/ FREE Autostart Automotive Pre-Apprenticeship Programs Courses are scheduled in Parramatta for 23rd August, 13th September, and 4th October, and then across the Sydney Metropolitan area in November. http://www.autostart.com.au/course-schedule.php http://www.autostart.com.au The 60 Second Science Challenge - Australian Science Video Competition Conduct an experiment or test a scientific theory, film it, edit it down to 60 seconds and submit it into the 2010 Science Video Competition. $8500 in PRIZES! Register by September 17th. http://www.60secondscience.net/ Ella Baché College of Skin and Beauty Therapy Open Days FREE but registration is essential T. (02) 9432 5055. Thursday 19th August, 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM Saturday 21st August, 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM Thursday 9th September, 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM Saturday 11th September, 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM Thursday 23rd September, 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM Saturday 25th September, 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM http://www.ellabachecollege.edu.au/study-on-campus/attend-a-college-open-day Sydney Nursing School Open Day Saturday 28 August from 9:30am–4:00pm Nursing School C5.04, Mallett Street MO2. T 02 9351 0657 E judith.kingston@sydney.edu.au W http://sydney.edu.au/nursing Write a Story in Twelve Words Everyone can register and write but if you’re aged between 15 and 25 and live in Australia, you could win a Random House Writing Mentorship or a laptop bag from Crumpler. http://www.12words.com.au Design Centre Enmore - Open Day Saturday 11 September, 10.00 am – 3.00 pm. Design Centre Enmore. 110 Edgeware Road, Enmore NSW Course information ph: 1300 360 601 Enmore College ph: 02 9394 5700 Open day link: http://www.sit.nsw.edu.au/news/?Media_Index_ID=220 http://www.sit.nsw.edu.au/enmore/ Macquarie - Uni in a Day Thursday 30 September between 8am and 4pm for Year 10, 11 and 12 students. Get a taste of university life – choose your own subjects, plan your timetable and get social on campus living a day in the life of a university student. http://www.mq.edu.au/uniinaday University of Newcastle - New TV Commercial The ad will appear on regional NSW television (Channel 9 and Southern Cross Ten) over the next seven weeks and the supporting website has stories about students and graduates in health, education, business and engineering. www.newcastle.edu.au/shapingfutures National Youth Theatre Company - Applications Open Based in Erskineville, Sydney. http://www.nytc.com.au/home New Website for the Career Industry Council of Australia www.cica.org.au Southern Cross University's School of Health and Human Sciences New federally funded $1.4 million mobile training unit alongside a $4.2 million Health Clinic. Email clinic@scu.edu.au, Telephone on (02) 6626 9131 http://www.scu.edu.au/schools/hahs/index.php/2/ Aboriginal Employment Strategy Ltd 100% Indigenous managed, national, not -for -profit recruitment company. P: (02) 8571 0999, Fax: (02) 8571 0988 AES CEO: danny.lester@aes.org.au Group Training Operations: gavin.mate@aes.org.au Level 2, 1-9 Glebe Point Road (PO Box 184) Glebe, NSW, 2037 http://www.aboriginalemploymentstrategy.com.au Academy of Interactive Entertainment Open Day August 22nd from 10am-3pm. Sydney Campus, Level 2, Wentworth Park Grandstand, Wattle Street, Ultimo NSW 2007 T 02 8514 8800 sydney@aie.edu.au Canberra Campus, Block E, Canberra Technology Park, Phillip Avenue, Watson ACT 2602 T 02 6162 5131 canberra@aie.edu.au http://www.aie.edu.au/news/150710_open_day.php Physics-based Science Week Events (14 – 22 August) For a full list of events in your area, including some wonderful HSC Enrichment activities, visit: http://www.aip.org.au/news/226#2 Roads and Traffic Authority, NSW Aboriginal HSC Scholarships The RTA is seeking applications from Aboriginal secondary students who will undertake Year 11 or Year 12 in 2011 / 2012 and are interested in a career in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Environmental Engineering or a related technical field. Closing date – 30 September 2010. Enquiries: aboriginal_jobs@rta.nsw.gov.au Application Form: http://www.mhscareers.com/AHSCS.html Private Colleges Australia is a new website produced by Ron at mhscareers.com. It provides up-to-date listings of further education colleges throughout Australia. www.privatecollegesaustralia.com Apprenticeship Positions in the Illawarra for 2011 Illawarra Group Training has the following positions available: Engineering Mechanical (Fitting & Machining) Electrotechnology (Electrician) Engineering Fabrication (Boilermaker) Click on Employment Opportunities at www.illawarragt.com.au Applications close on 27th August 2010 Radio Excellence at CSU Two Charles Sturt University (CSU) lecturers in commercial radio have been recognised for their dedication to developing a unique industry-based course that yields high levels of graduate employment in the radio industry. http://news.csu.edu.au/director/latestnews.cfm?itemID=55C5627AF75BADDA10498204443AB33B&printtemplate=release Sydney Conservatorium of Music Tertiary Jazz Pre-Audition Workshop Saturday 9th October, Cost: $75 Enrolments close on 6th October. http://sydney.edu.au/music/openacademy/community_academy/Tert_Jazz_October.pdf The Sydney Gallery School Formally known as the Fine Arts Department at Meadowbank College of TAFE. Now an extensive arts facility offering well equipped studio and workshop areas. Provides a reliable alternative for students intent on a Fine Arts Degree who either choose this pathway or who initially may have missed out on a University placement. Students are able to exclusively participate in annual Art Awards valued at over $15,000. Applications for courses in 2011 open in October. www.nsi.tafensw.edu.au/sgs/index.html Meadowbank TAFE School to TAFE Career Expo 14th September at 5pm. Meadowbank College, Block P, Ground Floor. Registration: ana.francisco2@tafensw.edu.au or ring 9942 3073 www.nsi.tafensw.edu.au/College/Meadowbank/Default.aspx UNSW Scientists' Stories - a parent and student evening For Year 10, 11 and 12 students and their parents. Hear from four inspirational Fellows. Tuesday 24 August 2010 at Leighton Hall, The John Niland Scientia Building, UNSW Kensington campus 6.00 pm – Registration, 6.30 pm – Presentations, 8.00 pm - Refreshments www.science.unsw.edu.au/scientists-stories-a-parent-and-student-evening/ 2011 William Blue College of Hospitality Management Scholarships Valued at over $32,000! Entries close Friday 3rd September. Must be current Yr 12 Australian High School Students. www.williamblue.edu.au/WilliamBlueScholarshipApplication2011.pdf Applications for Western Sydney TAFE 2011 Some qualifications require you to complete an application form. These may be high demand courses or courses requiring audition, portfolio or special entrance. These applications open 9 August and close 29 October. http://wsi.tafensw.edu.au/courses/application-courses.aspx Sydney TAFE Course Information Sessions Ultimo College will be holding its Information Sessions on Thursday 9th September. The information session from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm is a great opportunity for students. Register by Friday 20 August. Contact Alan Player: Email: TAFEInfoDay@tafensw.edu.au Phone: 9217 3507, Fax: 9217 4042 Ultimo College – 9 September 11.00 am – 2.00 pm, 4.30 – 7.00 pm Design Centre Enmore – 11 September 10.00 am – 3.00 pm Sutherland, Gymea – 14 September 7.00 – 8.30 pm Sutherland, Loftus – 15 September 7.00 – 8.30 pm St George College – 15 September 7.00 – 8.30 pm Petersham College – 15 September 5.00 – 7.00 pm Eora College – 15 September 4.00 – 7.00 pm Home Page: http://www.sit.nsw.edu.au Kenvale College's Open Day (Hospitality & Event Management) Saturday September 4th, from 10:00am to 12noon. Also a Chocolate Experience on Saturday, September 18th, from 10:30am to 12noon. It's a chance to learn about chocolate, do some tastings, and hear about Kenvale. RSVP: Bernie McFarlane, 38 High Street, Randwick NSW 2031 T: +61 2 9314 6213, F: +61 2 9399 8172, E: mcfarlaneb@kenvale.edu.au W: http://www.kenvale.edu.au APM College of Business & Communication Scholarships Scholarships in the Bachelor of Business degree and also the Advanced Diploma. Closing date: 16 October 2010. See your Careers Adviser, call APM on 1300 880 610 or email enquiries@apm.edu.au http://www.apm.edu.au/how-to-enrol/australian-students/?searchterm=scholarships New Veterinary Science Program at Charles Sturt University The program has received a glowing final report and full accreditation. Course Information: www.csu.edu.au/courses/undergraduate/veterinary_science Western Sydney Apprenticeship & Traineeship Expo Bring your parents, a pen and lots of copies of your resume Talk to employers and recruiters on the night. Discuss your personal career options with a professional Careers Adviser from Nepean Careers Forum. Employers and Recruiters are recruiting now, so dress to impress Tuesday 14th September, 4.30pm—5.30pm Ticketed groups only, 5.30pm—9.00pm Free Public entry. Penrith Panthers Exhibition Marquee, Mulgoa Road. T. 4725 0310 or email info@schoolsindustry.com.au www.schoolsindustry.com.au Kaplan Business School Information Day Sydney Campus 18 August from 4.00pm - 7.00pm 517–521 Elizabeth Street, Surry Hills Call 1300 903 142 http://www.kbs.edu.au Indigenous Jobs Market - Mt Druitt For all Aboriginal people in Sydney and beyond. Tuesday September 7, 2010 commencing at 9.00am - 2.00pm Kevin Betts Stadium, Ralph Place, Mt Druitt. MC for the day is Laurie Daley while Wendell Sailor will fulfill the Ambassador's role. http://www.nswfogs.com.au/?D=58 Blacktown Careers & Employment Expo Hosted by Blacktown TAFE in conjunction with Blacktown Council and BREED When: Thursday 2nd September 2010 Time: 10:00am to 2:00pm Where: Conference Block C, South Campus, Blacktown TAFE Bookings via BREED LCP on 9853 3200 or admin@breedcp.com.au http://wsi.tafensw.edu.au/Templates/DisplayInetContent.aspx?cid=6935&mid=1636&pid=1636 Actors college of Theatre & Television Free Acting Drop-in Class Saturday 28 Aug at 10.30am - 12:30pm or Wednesday 8 September from 6:30pm – 8:30pm. T. 02 9213 4500, email info@actt.edu.au Enrol online: http://www.actt.edu.au/course/dropact Student Exchange Australia Info Evenings Sydney: 7.30pm on 11th August, 8th September, and 20th October. Medina Grand Sydney, Cnr Kent and Bathurst Sts. Canberra: 7.30pm 5th August Canberra Novotel, 65 Northbourne Ave, Canberra. Or LIVE Online 7.00pm 9th September. http://studentexchange.org.au/info-evenings/live_online_sessions.htm http://studentexchange.org.au Service Skills Careers Website http://careersgateway.serviceskills.com.au National Institute of Circus Arts Applications for Bachelor of Circus Arts in 2011 close on 3 September 2010 www.nica.com.au/bachelor_of_circus_arts NICA offers a Certificate III course for Year 11 students and another for post-secondary students. www.nica.com.au/objectlibrary/1120?filename=NICAcertIII_IV.pdf Short courses: Spring holiday program from 27 September - 1 October Come and Try Day on Saturday 2nd October www.nica.com.au/holiday_classes Free Music Industry Seminars 4pm – 7pm, September 17, Liverpool PCYC, Cnr Cartwright & Maxwells Ave, Miller. Registration is ESSENTIAL: Ph: 02 9608 6999 or email max@musicnsw.com Canberra Tertiary Open Day Canberra's five tertiary institutions (UC, ACU, CIT, ADFA and ANU) on 28 August from 9am to 4pm. www.tertiaryopenday.com University of Wollongong Year 12 Information Evenings Campbelltown 24th August, Cronulla 25th August, Nowra 26th August, Wollongong 31st August. www.uow.edu.au/future/events/index.html Dancelife's Guide to Full-Time Dance Study www.dancelife.com.au/directory/DanceLife-s-Online-Guide-To-Full-Time-2010.pdf Home Page: http://www.dancelife.com.au Apprentice Power Specialists in connecting apprentices and trainees with Apprentice Hosts in a wide range of industries. Phone: 1800 297 762 Fax: 02 9831 3849 Email: info@apprenticepower.com.au http://apprenticepower.com.au/apprentices/jobs Australian College of Applied Psychology Information Sessions Information Evenings are held for one hour. Next session 10th August at 6pm. Level 5, 11 York Street, Sydney NSW 2000 Tel: + 61 (0)2 9964 6300, Fax: + 61 (0)2 9964 6383, E. info@acap.edu.au http://www.acap.edu.au/News/index.html 'Education and happiness in the school-to-work transition' Podcast www.ncver.edu.au/publications/2276.html What role does vocational education and training (VET) play in innovation? National forum in Sydney on 9 November. www.ncver.edu.au/newsevents/events.html Ultimo Science Festival August 16 to 29 www.ultimosciencefestival.com Women in Manufacturing and Automotive Industries Manufacturing Skills Australia has created a webpage offering a showcase of Women in Industry, including links and stories which may be of interest to students and careers advisers. www.mskills.com.au/Info.aspx?TAG=MSA.info.women.action.showcase Macquarie University Law Information Evening For prospective law students, parents and careers advisers. August 18, 6:30pm – 8:00pm. Register Online by Monday 16 August 2010. Enquiries should be directed to events@mq.edu.au or Phone (02) 9850 4271. www.futurestudent.mq.edu.au/events/2010/08/18/macquarie_law_school_information_evening.jsp Sustainability Fair at Macquarie University 7-8 September, 10am – 3pm. There are numerous activities designed around the year 7, 8 and 9 curriculums with a full day of activities available for excursions. Belinda Bean , Sustainability Officer – Macquarie University (P): 9850 1003, (E): Belinda.Bean@mq.edu.au www.mq.edu.au/sustainability/fair10 Australian Institute of Quantity Surveyors Scholarships Worth $3,000 for students who qualify for entry into a Quantity Surveying, Construction Economics, Construction Management (Economics) or other appropriate course at an AIQS accredited university in Australia. All applications should be received by 1 September. http://www.aiqs.com.au/site.php?id=32 UNSW Aviation Open Day at Bankstown Airport Prospective UNSW flying students and family are invited from 10:00am to 12:00 noon. A briefing will be made at 11:00am and light refreshments will be provided. 18th September, Building 570, Airport Avenue, Bankstown Airport. Phone: (02) 9385 6767, Email: aviation@unsw.edu.au http://www.aviation.unsw.edu.au Laing+Simmons Scholarships Closing Soon Three scholarships are available to students interested in a real estate career. T 9229 6840 or email enquiries@laingsimmons.com.au Applications are now open and will close on August 31. Australasian College of Natural Therapies Open Day Discover a rewarding career in the ever-growing health & wellness industry. Saturday, 28th August 2010 at 9:30am or 12:00pm. 57 Foveaux Street, Surry Hills, NSW, 2010. Phone: 1300 661 111 Register: http://www.acnt.edu.au/events/sydney-openday-sat-28th-aug-2010 Jansen Newman Institute Information Evening learn more about: * Graduate Diploma of Counselling & Psychotherapy * Bachelor of Applied Social Science (Counselling) * Bachelor of Applied Social Science (Community Services) * Bachelor of Applied Social Science (Human Resource Management) Wednesday 18th August, 6.30pm at Level 1, 575 Pacific Highway St. Leonards Call 1800 777 116 to book a seat or for more information. http://www.jni.edu.au/ William Blue College of Hospitality Management Open Day Learn what it is like to: manage a 5 star hotel, cook like a master chef, become a tourism entrepreneur, run a luxury resort, or organise a major event. Saturday, August 28th from 10am until 1pm at 171 Pacific Highway, Northpoint Building, North Sydney 2060. Register to win a weekend at the Sheraton on the Park Hotel, Sydney: http://www.williamblue.edu.au/openday Australian National College of Beauty Open Day Saturday 28th August, 9.30am at 57 Foveaux Street, Surry Hills, NSW 2010 Phone: 1300 885 385, Web: http://www.ancb.edu.au/ MAKE IT! Manufacturing Careers Website www.makeit.net.au Sydney Childcare Traineeship Opportunity Trainee will complete a Certificate III in Children’s Services at Eastgardens Childcare Centre, Pagewood. For further info and application, visit the Seek website link below or call Brett Emerson on 0410614402. http://www.seek.com.au/job/childcare-trainee-eastgardens/sydney-cbd-inner-west-eastern-suburbs/17781130/67/1 http://www.eastgardenskindy.com.au 2011 UAC Guides for Year 12 Coming Soon The 2011 Guide will be distributed to schools and will be available in newsagents in early August. "Steps to applying through UAC" is on the UAC website and "A walk through the UAC Guide" will be on the site soon. http://www.uac.edu.au/schoolink/year-12.shtml Scholarships for Children of Veterans If you believe you are eligible register your interest at any time. Starting from 1 August, those on the Interest List are sent application forms and instructions. Applications are accepted from 18 August to 31 October. http://www.accsoft.com.au/~vvt/ Metroscreen Short courses across all areas of filmmaking and media production. https://metroscreen.worldsecuresystems.com/ShortCourses.htm Motivational Strategies for Teenagers FREE Info Session 14th August from 5.00 - 6.30pm Sydney University Village (Next to Newtown North Public School) 90 Carillon Avenue, Newtown NSW 2042 To register: http://gokidsaugustparent.eventbrite.com or T (02) 9881 5890 or 0409 223 282 or e-mail: workshop@gokids.com.au www.gokidsworkshop.com.au Engineering Cadet Program – Optus A combination of on-the-job learning and TAFE studies for a three-year period. Applications close 31 Aug 2010 http://www.optus.com.au/aboutoptus/About+Optus/Careers/Engineering+Cadet+Program Whitehouse Institute of Design - Sewing With Style Delivered on-campus in two modes: Summer/Winter Holiday block from 9am to 4pm Monday to Friday or over a series of 8 Tuesday evenings from 6pm to 9pm. $610 including sewing kit and commercial pattern. T 1300 551 433 or http://whitehouse-design.edu.au/courses/workshops/sewing.html Wollongong College Australia Programs for students who do not qualify for direct entry into the University of Wollongong. http://wca.uow.edu.au/domestic/uow/school/index.html University of Wollongong - Points to UOW Students can score up to 3 extra points for doing well in subjects relevant to their chosen degree. http://www.uow.edu.au/future/pointstouow/index.html University of Wollongong - Creative Arts Information Nights 12 August: Digital Media at the Digital Media Centre at Innovation Campus 19 August: All Creative Arts undergraduate programs at UOW Main Campus To RSVP please email fca_enquiries@uow.edu.au http://www.uow.edu.au/crearts/index.html Mini Careers Explorer - My Future A mini career explorer tool has been added to the My Career site. http://www.myfuture.edu.au/MiniCareerExplorer/index.html Westrac - 2011 Apprenticeship & Traineeship Vacancies Applications must be completed and submitted by 11.55pm (EST) Sunday 8th of August. http://www.westrac.com.au/careers/pages/careersApprenticeships.aspx University of Western Sydney Open Day 29 August 2010 from 10.00am to 3.00pm at the Parramatta Campus. http://www.uws.edu.au/future-student-events/university_open_day Academy of Interactive Entertainment Open Day, 22nd August AIE are experts in teaching 3D animation, Game Programming and Visual FX. Sydney Campus, Level 2, Wentworth Park Grandstand, Wattle Street, Ultimo NSW 2007 T 02 8514 8800, E sydney@aie.edu.au W http://www.aie.edu.au/sydney/index.php Canberra Campus, Block E, Canberra Technology Park, Phillip Avenue, Watson ACT 2602 T 02 6162 5131, E canberra@aie.edu.au, W http://www.aie.edu.au/canberra/index.php 100 MeterFilms Children’s Story Competition The competition aims to discover original stories which will become the basis for animated children's films. Entries close 30th July. www.100meterfilms.com/en/story_competition Sydney University Veterinary Teaching Hospital’s Vet Fair For students interested in Veterinary Science, animal lovers, families and their pets. 28 August 2010 from 10am - 4pm. Sydney University Veterinary Teaching Hospital. 65 Parramatta Rd, Camperdown. Phone: (02) 9114 1154, Email: natascha.koepsel@sydney.edu.au http://sydney.edu.au/vetscience/veterinary_services/sydney/events/pet_fair2010.shtm UNE Early Entry and Scholarships Early Entry gives Year 12 students the opportunity to receive an offer of a place from UNE in early December based on their school’s recommendation. There are a number of scholarships open to students starting their degree. http://www.une.edu.au/for/future-students/brochures/SCHOLARSHIPS_&_EARLY_ENTRY_BROCHURE_2010.pdf On time applications close September 24th. Surfing the Web to Help Build a Career Resource A wide range of industry, education and career links; developed by Charles Impey. The resource has been added to the mhscareers home page and the Explore Careers page. http://mhscareers.com/CILinks.html Art and Design Education Resource Guide A comprehensive guide to art and design courses at universities, TAFE colleges and private schools. Has beensent to every NSW High School with a Year 12. For further information or to order more copies, please visit: http://www.dgonlinestore.com.au/_product_32283/Art_and_Design_Education_Resource_Guide_2010 Online version available soon: http://www.dgdesignnetwork.com.au/ Discover Engineering & IT at Sydney Uni Information Night For Year 12. 21st September at 6pm. Registration, phone 02 9351 2131, fax 02 9351 4654 or email trish.dimasi@sydney.edu.au http://sydney.edu.au/engineering/index.shtml UTS Engineering and IT Discovery Day Following the success of the UTS:Engineering and IT Discovery Day held on Tuesday June 15, the Faculty is running a repeat on Tuesday 23 November. 200 students from 11 schools attended the first event and participated in a variety of hands on activities. Enquiries: contact 02 9514 2666 or email feit@uts.edu.au UTS Short Courses for Music Students Logic 101. The course teaches the tips and tricks associated with using Apple software to create, manipulate and master a music project. The course is suitable for students who take Music or are interested in sound design in Year 11 and 12. Recommended for 3 Unit Music Composition majors. 26, 27, 30 July, 10am - 6pm at UTS Broadway. Registration required by 22 July 2010. Usually $950 for the course only, students can take the course for $855. There is also the option to take an Apple End User Certification Exam. Contact Tanny on 9514 9931. Sydney Design 31st July – 15th August Over 70 events, exhibitions, tours and workshops. Student activities: http://www.sydneydesign.com.au/2010/index.php/category/education?utm_source=sydneydesign&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=july19 Or download the entire Sydney Design pocketbook at http://www.sydneydesign.com.au/pdf/sd10_booklet.pdf Newcastle Uni on Facebook Hook up and chat to everybody else who is thinking of studying there next year. Keep up to date with coming events, and you even get the chance to win an iphone! http://www.facebook.com/pages/Study-Newcastle/111037742276634 Australian Catholic University Early Achievers' Program Successful applicants will be notified of the outcome of their application in time for them to enjoy their summer knowing that they have achieved a place at Australian Catholic University. Applications open on 1st August and close on 30th September. http://www.acu.edu.au/about_acu/why_choose_acu/choosing_the_right_university_to_attend/early_entry/ Nature Care College Open Days Mini Lectures on Nutrition, Naturopathy, Homoeopathy, Massage, Ayurveda, Yoga, Aromatherapy, Reflexology. 21st August & 27th November, 11.30-3.30pm Phone: (02) 9438 3333 Address: 46 Nicholson Street, St Leonards, NSW 2065 http://www.naturecare.com.au/upload/events/NCC_OpenDay-August2010Final.pdf Academy of Beauty Therapy Information Evenings Wednesday 18th August, 7pm at both Bella Vista and North Strathfield. Bookings are essential. http://www.australianacademyofbeautytherapy.com/enrolments/information-evenings?loc=1 Indeed - One Stop Job Search Indeed provides free access, in a single search, to jobs in any location. http://www.indeed.com.au Australian National Science Video Competition Challenges students to produce a 60 Second Video explaining an aspect of Science. Entries Close 16th September 2010. Contact Brendan O'Brien at eLearning – Science, PO Box 403 Benalla, Victoria 3672 Telephone: (03) 5761 2131, Mobile Phone Number: 0438 420 027 Website: http://www.60secondscience.net Sydney TAFE Band Competition The competition will be held on Thursday 5 August at The Harp Hotel, Tempe, from 7pm. http://www.sit.nsw.edu.au/news/?Media_Index_ID=220#4206 Careers in Sport Book - Special Offer Reduced price of only $10, (normally $18.95). T 02 8116 9737 or 0405 841 016. F 02 8732 1613 Email: julie.stafford@sportnsw.com.au Actors College of Theatre and Television End of Year Show Thu 22, Fri 23 & Sat 24th July. Email in advance General Enquiries: info@actt.edu.au Tel: 02 9213 4500 Website: http://www.actt.edu.au Martin College of Business, Technology & Design Open Day Saturday 28th August, 10am -1pm at Level 1, 63 Oxford St, Darlinghurst. T 1300 762 129, or visit http://www.martincollege.edu.au/index.aspx Indigenous Education, Transitions & Employment Conference Citigate Central, Sydney on the 28th -29th July. For more information visit: http://www.indigeducation.com/index.php Register at: http://www.indigeducation.com/register.php Australian Stencil Art Prize Open to ages15 years and older. $2000 cash prize. Closing date: 1 August 2010. Exhibition of finalists at Oh Really Gallery in Newtown, Sydney from 11 - 21 November. www.australianstencilartprize.com Combined Degrees Increases your career options, skills and knowledge, and gives you an edge when applying for jobs. University of Newcastle combined degrees: http://www.newcastle.edu.au/what-can-i-study/news-and-events/jul10/two-degrees-are-better-than-one.html Icares (International Career and Education Services) Choice of Study Test Free interest test to look at courses worldwide. http://www.icares.com Undergraduate Opportunities 2010 directory Shows internships, vacation work, cadetships, cooperative programs, career advice and profiles of students and their experiences. www.graduateopportunities.com Graduate Careers Australia's Annual Research Reports Graduate Destinations 2009, Graduate Salaries 2009 and Graduate Course Experience 2009 will all be released in Mid July. Beyond Graduation 2009, which examines the outcomes and perceptions of graduates three years after the completion of their studies will also be released in Mid July. www.graduatecareers.com.au NSW Teaching Scholarships - Applications Now Open Up to 300 scholarships available in secondary maths, science or english, and special education (K-12). At least 80 of these scholarships are available exclusively for Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander students to train as teachers in primary or any secondary subject. Applications close on 8 October 2010. Aspiring writer, journalist, photographer or artist? Get published online through Vibewire's Portal website. Vibewire is looking for submissions with a monthly theme. July theme ‘What Now?’ August Theme ‘What’s Your Story?’ http://portal.vibewire.org/2010/05/june-theme-are-you-satisfied/ Calling All Writers of Musical Theatre Submit your work to be performed at the Comedy Theatre in November. www.magnormos.com Fashion Photography Workshop Saturday 7 August, 10am-12pm and 12.30-3.30pm Turbine Hall, Powerhouse Museum Free with Museum entry http://www.sydneydesign.com.au/2010/index.php/events/framed myfuture Video Competition The aim is to assist young people to explore career ideas by producing a 2-3 minute video on an occupation that interests them and for the opportunity to win a cash prize of $7500. Closes 29 October 2010. http://www.myfuture.edu.au/ Sydney Ideas - What makes an entrepreneur? 30th July, 6.30pm at The Sydney Conservatorium of Music $20/$15/Free for Sydney Uni staff, students and Alumni Phone: 9351 7940, Email: sydneyideas@sydney.edu.au http://www.usyd.edu.auwww.sydney.edu.au/sydney_ideas/lectures/2010/kate_jennings.shtml Coco Republic Design School Info Nights 28th July, 3rd August all from 6.30 - 7.30pm Coco Republic Design School 24 O'Riordan Street, Alexandria NSW 2015 Email your name and the date you would like to attend: bernadettebellwood@cocorepublic.com.au http://www.cocorepublic.com.au/crds/index.cfm?p=infonights Call 1300 301 435 or email scholarships@det.nsw.edu.au https://www.det.nsw.edu.au/employment/teachnsw/scholarships.htm NSW HSC Online A one-stop-shop for Years 11 and 12 students as they approach their HSC exams. The Study and Exams area will give you skills and techniques to improve your performance. http://hsc.csu.edu.au/ International College of Management, Sydney Scholarships 3 scholarships for full tuition fees for two years of study valued up to $40,000. Applications close Friday 22 October 2010. http://www.icms.edu.au/apply/scholarships.html Mask Academy of Make, Beauty, Nails and Hairdressing Careers Advisers Information Day 11:00 am Tuesday July 27, 2010 RSVP by July 20th to Carol Boutros Phone: 9687 1097, Email: carol@maskacademy.com 37-39 George St, Parramatta 2150 NSW www.maskacademy.com Surfing the Web to Build a Career Resource Put together by the Blue Mountains, Hawkesbury and Penrith Schools Industry Partnership. It has a wide range of Industry, Education and Career web site addresses for students and their support networks to access. http://www.schoolsindustry.com.au/imagesDB/news/TheWebBasedCareersInformationGuide.doc Reach For The Sky Aviation Services Flight Attendant Interview Preparation Classes in SYDNEY on 27TH or 28TH JULY. One day course costs $200 http://www.reachfts.com/courses.php Integral Energy Work Experience Placements in the technical training centre in Hoxton Park in Western Sydney. Dates: 27th September 2010 – 1st October 2010 (Applications close 27th August 2010) 25th October 2010 - 29th October 2010 (Applications close 24th September 2010) http://www.integral.com.au/wps/wcm/connect/integralenergy/nsw/nsw+homepage/aboutusnav/careers follow the Apprenticeships link and then click on: "for further info click here". Integral Energy Electrical Apprenticeships Applicants must register to attend one of the assessment sessions. Register as soon as possible as there are limited spaces available. http://www.integral.com.au/wps/wcm/connect/integralenergy/nsw/nsw+homepage/aboutusnav/careers Australian College of Applied Psychology Information Evening 6pm on 10th August at Level 5, 11 York St Sydney NSW 2000. To find out more or book a place, enter your details online, call 1800 061 199 or email info@acap.edu.au http://www.acap.edu.au Service Skills Australia have launched their new website. www.serviceskills.com.au Work/Life Interaction, Skill Development and Utilisation Webinar Friday, 22 October 2010, 12.30pm – 1.30pm. http://www.ncver.edu.au/newsevents/events.html#NCVER_2010_Webinar_Series TransGrid Apprenticeships Electrical (Mechanic)/Systems Electrician Telecommunications (Communications) Transmission Lines (Lineworker) For further information and to register for the selection test, please visit: http://www.transgrid.com.au and follow the "Careers" and "Apprenticeships" links. University of Wollongong ICT Your Way Wednesday 28 July, from 7.00pm - 10.00pm Innovation Campus (iC) Event Centre, Squires Way, North Wollongong To book please call 1300 367 896 or book online at http://coursefinder.uow.edu.au/coursefinder/EventBookingDetail.aspx Mainteck Services Pty Ltd Apprenticeships in the Illawarra Mechanical Engineering (Fitting and Machining) and Metal Fabrication (Boilermaking) Applications close on 31st July 2010 for commencement in early 2011.. http://www.mainteck.com.au/docs/download.php?file=Mainteck_-_Apprentice_Information_Pack.pdf Application form: http://www.mainteck.com.au/docs/download.php?file=Mainteck_-_Apprentice_Application_Form.pdf Home website: http://www.mainteck.com.au/careers.shtml Country Energy’s Engineering Cadetship Program Financial support and industry experience to students commencing a Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical). Applications for 2011 cadetships close on Friday 30 July 2010. http://www.countryenergy.com.au/asset/cms/doc/CadetApplicationForm2011.doc More info: T 1800 255 777 or visit http://www.countryenergy.com.au/content/cadetships Australian Institute of Music Open Day 14 August between 10am and 3pm. Free Live Music, Master Classes and Music Workshops. Tour AIM's State of the Art Q Recording Studios. 1-51 Foveaux Street, Surry Hills. T (02) 9219 5444 http://www.aim.edu.au/about/open-day Applications for positions in 2011 are closing already!!! Check your local council's website. National Computer Science School Challenge 5 weeks starting on 2nd August. challenge@it.usyd.edu.au http://www.ncss.edu.au/challenge/index.html Talent Development Project Start Me Up Concert TDP prepares students from NSW public schools for a career in the music industry. Prior to the concert, the Master Class will allow students to learn about the industry. Bookings: 1300 883 622 or www.ticketmaster.com.au Group bookings: http://www.talentdevelopmentproject.org.au/assets/documents/TicketOrderform10.pdf Concert details: http://www.talentdevelopmentproject.org.au/index.php TDP information: http://www.talentdevelopmentproject.org.au/index.php?id=1 Projects Abroad Volunteer Organisation Information Evenings ACT: Pilgrim House Conference Centre, 69 Northbourne Ave, 4th August, 6.30pm - 7.30pm NSW: Sydney Central YHA, 11 Rawson Place, 16th August, 6.30pm - 7.30pm http://www.projects-abroad.com.au/ Sydney University Scholarships Information Evening Tuesday, 13 July and Wednesday, 21 July 2010 from 6.00pm - 7.45pm. Eastern Avenue Auditorium, Camperdown Campus, the University of Sydney. Registration: http://sydney.edu.au/future_students/domestic_undergraduate/scholarships_evening/ From the NSW Board of Studies Video of this year's HSC Expo: http://news.boardofstudies.nsw.edu.au/index.cfm/2010/6/16/Were-you-at-HSC-Expo-2010-Watch-the-video HSC T-shirts and Board of Studies coffee mugs available to buy online: http://news.boardofstudies.nsw.edu.au/index.cfm/2010/6/21/HSC-Expo-Merchandise-now-available Newcastle to host outstanding designs from 2009 HSC students. Wallsend Library, Burn Street will host the DesignTECH exhibition from 2 – 30 July. Chartered Accountants Meet the Business Leader 18 August from 4.30 - 7.00pm The Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia, Level 1, 33 Erskine Street, Sydney For Year 10 and 11 students http://www.charteredaccountants.com.au/students/whats_on/meet_the_business_leader Australian Defence Force Academy Open Day 28th August 2010. For those interested in combining a challenging and exciting career in the Australian Defence Force with a degree. http://www.unsw.adfa.edu.au/openday/ Education Foundation’s Opportunity Scholarships Scholarships are awarded to talented students on Education Maintenance Allowance, Youth Allowance, ABSTUDY or Pensioner Education Supplement. Their area of talent may be wide ranging from the arts, humanities, science, maths or sport. Scholarships are worth up to $1,000. Applications accepted from 12 July – 23 August. Loretta Liston T (03) 9670 5436 Mon to Fri or Kath McCann Tue or Fri T (03) 9604 6202. http://www.fya.org.au/what-we-do/initiatives/scholarships Sydney Institute of TAFE CAD/Detail Drafting Display Students display in the library at Ultimo TAFE until the end of semester. Phone: (02) 9217 3400 http://www.sit.nsw.edu.au/news/index.php?Media_Index_ID=220#4235 Charles Sturt University New Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation Science Facilities $7.7 million dollar development at Charles Sturt University (CSU) in Orange. Bachelor of Physiotherapy course started this year. Bachelor of Health and Rehabilitation Science degree starts in Orange in March 2011. http://news.csu.edu.au/director/regionalnews/albury-wodonga.cfm University of Sydney Careers Forum: Medicine, Nursing, Pharmacy, Health Sciences 12th August from 4:00 - 6.30pm. MacLaurin Hall, Quadrangle, The University of Sydney Cost: Free. All students welcome. Contact: Felicity Barry Phone: 90367552 or Email: felicity.barry@sydney.edu.au http://www.usyd.edu.au/news/93.html?eventid=6051 Resources Being Added to the Myfuture Site Over the next few weeks a mini-career explorer, the MyQuiz practitioner's guide and the virtual tour are being added. Also recently released updates to the Training Kit section. http://www.myfuture.edu.au/Assist%20Others/Training%20Resources/myfuture%20Training%20Kit.aspx http://www.myfuture.edu.au/ New Disability Workbook & Website From Western Sydney National Disability Coordination Officer Program. Get Ready for Study and Work: Top ten tips for young people who have a disability Download from the "Key Messages" page of the website www.uws.edu.au/ndco or contact your local NDCO for a copy. Website contains info about post school options, resources for professionals, links to useful websites and latest news and events. National Youth Week Poster Competition You need to design a poster with the words ‘Own It’ – the theme for NYW 2011. $2000 for the winner and $1000 for the runner up. Entries close on 25 July 2010. http://youthweek.com/2010/comps/nyw-poster-competition Hostec July Short Courses TAA, RSA, RCG, Industry Induction, Vocational and Green Skills courses at Sydney CBD locations. T 02 8002 0276, Email: bookings@hostec.com.au Address: Level 6, 11 York Street Sydney NSW 2000 http://www.hostec.com/short-courses/short-courses-intro.html Shoot Nations Photography Competition For ages of 11-25. Competition closes 28/07/10. http://www.shootnations.org/ Volunteer Capital Centre programs Volunteers are provided with safe, affordable and quality volunteer programs in Africa. http://volunteercapitalcentre.org/default.aspx Sydney Institute of TAFE Open Days Ultimo College, 9 September, 5.30 – 7.30pm Design Centre Enmore, 11 September, 10.00 am – 3.00 pm Sutherland, Gymea, 14 September, 7.00 – 8.30 pm Sutherland, Loftus, 15 September, 7.00 – 8.30 pm St George College, 15 September, 7.00 – 8.30 pm Petersham College, 15 September, 5.00 – 7.00 pm Eora College, 15 September, 4.00 - 7.00 pm T 1300 360 601 www.sit.nsw.edu.au UTS Engineering Undergraduate Information Evening For students in years 10, 11 & 12. WHERE: University Hall, UTS Building 4, Level 2, Room 23 (access from Harris Street) WHEN: Tuesday 22 June 2010 at 6pm RSVP: Complete the online registration form More information: Ph 02 9514 2666 or email: engineering@uts.edu.au http://www.eng.uts.edu.au/NewsandEvents/Events/UGInfoEve10.htm UTS Engineering Home Page: http://www.eng.uts.edu.au/index.cfm St John Ambulance Volunteering Many young volunteers have found St John Cadets to be a valuable stepping-stone for careers as an ambulance officer, nurse or in medicine. Free advanced training in First Aid. For NSW email operations@stjohnnsw.com.au or phone 1300 360 455 NSW website: http://www.stjohnnsw.com.au/vol_intro.html For ACT phone Susan on 6282 2399 or Email: newmembers@stjohnact.com.au ACT website: http://www.stjohnact.com.au/%20%20Join%20Volunteers.html http://www.stjohn.org.au/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=364&Itemid=360 Jetstar launches cadet pilot scheme First intake of pilot candidates in July 2010. http://www.jetstar.com/au/en/pilot-cadet-program.aspx Museum of Contemporary Art Work Experience Work experience is run twice a year in June and November only. All places in 2010 have been filled. Students interested in work experience for 2011 are encouraged to contact the MCA. The MCA work experience application form can be downloaded here: http://www.mca.com.au/default.asp?page_id=44 Email: education@mca.com.au Fax: 02 9252 4062 Home Page: http://www.mca.com.au/default.asp Australian Ballet School's Summer School in Melbourne 2 – 7 & 8 – 13 January 2011. http://www.australianballetschool.com.au/userfiles/files/Up%20Close%20Feb%202010%20-%20Jan%202011.pdf PDHPE and CAFS HSC Enrichment Days For Year 12 PDHPE and CAFS teachers and their students. PDHPE Wednesday 23rd June - Catalina Country Club, Batemans Bay Thursday 24th June - West Diggers, Tamworth Monday 28th June - Hunter Valley Grammar, Newcastle Monday 28th June - Australian Catholic University, Strathfield Tuesday 29th June - University of Western Sydney, Campbelltown Wednesday 30th June - OLMC, Parramatta Thursday 1st July - St Ignatius Riverview, Lane Cove Thursday 1st July - Dubbo Video Conference Monday 5th July - Westmead Hospital *** Tuesday 20th July - Charles Sturt University, Wagga Wagga Tuesday 20th July - St Josephs Conference Centre, Castle Hill Thursday 22nd July - Coffs Harbour Ex Servicemens Club Thursday 22nd July - University of Wollongong http://www.achpernsw.com.au/SiteMedia/w3svc970/Uploads/Documents/PDHPE%202010%20HSC%20flyer.docx CAFS Monday 21st June - Westmead Hospital Tuesday 29th June - Hunter Valley Grammar, Newcastle Tuesday 29th June - Australian Catholic University, Strathfield Thursday 1st July - OLMC, Parramatta Friday 23rd July - University of Wollongong http://www.achpernsw.com.au/SiteMedia/w3svc970/Uploads/Documents/CAFS%20flyer%202010-1.doc Careers in the RTA - Earn While You Learn Cadetships: funding towards tertiary studies in Civil Engineering and paid work placements. Scholarships: financial assistance for full time tertiary study plus valuable work experience. http://www.rta.nsw.gov.au/careers/school_leavers/index.html Country and Regional Living Expo NSW 6th, 7th and 8th August at Rosehill Racecourse Grand Pavilion, James Ruse Drive. There are many employment opportunities in country and regional NSW. Many exhibitors will have representatives from employment agencies and major employers. http://www.frdl.org.au/nsw.html The Sewing Room Classes for Teenagers 8 Hill Street Surry Hills NSW 2010 contact: Penelope on 0432 688 536 or email info@thesewingroom.com.au http://www.ftgallery.com.au/about-the-sewing-room.php My Career Match Senior Subject Choice Guide The link was missing in last week's news: To download your copy visit http://www.mhscareers.com/EBook.html My Career iPhone App This app allows you to search and apply for jobs wherever you might be. To download the application open the App Store on your iPhone or access the App Store via iTunes on your computer and search for "MyCareer" http://content.mycareer.com.au/iphone.aspx Higher Learning Fashion Event 17th & 18th June at Ivy Sunroom, Sydney For further information and tickets, visit: http://www.ahigherlearning.com.au Young Writers Showcase 2009 Book of outstanding major written works from the 2009 HSC English Extension 2 exam. Valuable resource for English Extension 2 students. Board of Studies eBOS Shop Online website - $36.80. Previous editions are also available. https://bosho.boardofstudies.nsw.edu.au/links/shoponline.html UTS Bachelor of Accounting An intensive three-year degree course Two years of full-time study and two separate half-years of full-time work training. Only 30 new students taken each year. Info Evening planned for Monday 31 May 2010 has been postponed to August. The new date will be advised soon - please visit http://www.business.uts.edu.au/bofacc/application/infoeve.html in July. http://www.business.uts.edu.au/bofacc/howitworks/outline.html Flying Fish Preview Day - 5th July Work on a superyacht, teach skiing and snowboarding, become a watersports instructor and dive, sail, surf or windsurf. Start a new career or take time out in Australia, Canada, Greece or the UK. Flying Fish, Middle Harbour Yacht Club, Lower Parriwi Road, The Spit, Mosman, NSW 2088. Monday, 5 July 2010, Registration at 18.00, Finish at 20.30. T 02 9969 8590 or go to http://www.flyingfishonline.com and click on "About Us' for a link to Preview Day. University of Newcastle - Website for Year 10 Students http://www.newcastle.edu.au/what-can-i-study/undergraduate-programs/year10 2010 School Leaver Expos for Students with a Disability For students with a disability, their parents/carers and school staff. Sydney, Hurstville Aquatic Leisure Centre - Monday 7th June, 2010 Central Coast - Wed 23rd June, 2010 Central Coast Career Pathways Expo - Tuesday 29th June, 2010 Wyong - Thurs 29th July, 2010 Sydney, Sutherland - Tuesday 3rd August, 2010 North Sydney - Wednesday 4th August, 2010 http://ndco.cds.org.au/index.php/expos#Sydney Pearsons's School of Floristry Early Bird Discount of $400.00 on Commercial Design Courses starting this July. Offer ends 18th June. To find out more go to one of their free information sessions or contact: T (02) 9550 7755, E school@pearsonsflorist.com.au http://www.pearsonsschool.com.au CSU's Communication and Visual and Performing Arts Courses iDay 28 August 2010 at the Power House Museum, 500 Harris Street ULTIMO NSW. If you miss iDay every day is an information day at CSU. For a tour of the campus and the school, call 1800 334 733. http://www.csu.edu.au/faculty/arts/commun Graduate Opportunities - Closing Dates Graduate Opportunities (GO) is a reference tool for university students. It is also useful to careers advisers and Year 12 students when exploring future opportunities. See closing dates for employers offering programs such as: Cadetships, Cooperative programs, Internships, Scholarships, Work Experience, & Vacation programs. http://www.graduateopportunities.com/closing_dates Home Page: http://www.graduateopportunities.com Make-up Effects Group SPFX Make-up course offers professional training in special effects makeup. Work experience opportunities for school students. Louise Fitzgerald: Mobile: 0410 602 120 or Email: loufitzz@bigpond.com Make-up Effects Group Master Class Blog - http://megeffects.blogspot.com Course Home Page: http://www.megmakeupmasterclasses.com.au/index.html MEG Home Page: http://www.megeffects.com.au Campion College Open Day 28 August Location: 8-14 Austin Woodbury Pl, Old Toongabbie 10am – 4pm on campus www.campion.edu.au Macleay College Lectures and individual course advice for students, and their parents. Special Small Group Lectures on 5 & 6 July To book a seat email studv@macleay.edu.au or call 02 9360 2033. Course advisors will be available throughout July for interviews. To make an appointment please call 02 9360 2033. Level 1, 175 Liverpool Street, Sydney, 2000 http://www.macleay.edu.au Bedford College Open Day 25th September Visit the College, view the facilities, talk to past and current students, attend information sessions, talk to teachers, discuss your career options. If this date is not convenient for you, you may visit any Monday to Friday throughout the year. To ensure that a course adviser is available to conduct your tour, please telephone the College for an appointment. 54 Parramatta Road, Glebe, NSW 2037 Email: info@bedford.edu.au Phone: (02) 8572 3260 Fax: (02) 8572 3261 Open day information: http://www.bedford.edu.au/about/opendays Home Page: http://www.bedford.edu.au Discover Hospitality Website Describes the different places you can work in and the types of jobs you can do. Also describes the training required and how you can get it. http://www.discoverhospitality.com Diving Careers Seminar at Abyss Career options available are divemaster, instructor. Diploma qualifications, fulltime and part time. 21st July. Starts at 6:30pm, seminar beginning at 7:00pm. 278 Rocky Point Rd, Ramsgate, NSW, 2217 Please book to ensure a place http://www.abyss.com.au/career.html The University of Notre Dame Australia – Early Offer Program Schools and colleges can nominate academically outstanding students. They receive an offer to study at Notre Dame, Sydney as early as September. Applications are due Friday 6 August T 02 8204 4404 or E sydney@nd.edu.au http://www.nd.edu.au/ Antipodeans Abroad Information Night Suite 303A, 282 Victoria Ave, Chatswood, Sydney 2067 6.30pm on 20th June http://www.antipodeans.com.au/info-nights.htm FREE Senior Subject Choice Guide To download your copy: http://www.mycareermatch.com.au/ Pearsons School of Floristry Commercial Floristry Information Sessions for prospective students. 6 - 7.30pm on 10th June, 16th June, 8th July, 14th July To register or find further information about the school and its courses visit http://www.pearsonsschool.com.au Commercial Arts Training College (CATC) at the Rocks in Sydney Open Day on 24thJuly. For more info - 02 9251 0029 Free Creative Career Workshops for years 10, 11 and 12 students Learn about careers in design and photography from industry leaders. 11am - 2pm on 4th June, 13th August, 1st October T: 02 9251 0029 or E: sydney@catc.edu.au www.catc.edu.au 2011 Teacher Education Scholarship Program $5,000 annual training allowance while studying. Guaranteed permanent employment in a NSW public school and a further $3,000 on completion. Applications close on 8 October 2010. https://www.det.nsw.edu.au/employment/teachnsw/scholarships.htm Call 1300 301 435 or email scholarships@det.nsw.edu.au John Hall Venice Course Live in Venice for 6 weeks to learn about and experience European history, culture, and art. Commencing late January 2011, one week in London, followed by six weeks in Venice. Optional weeks in Florence and Rome. www.johnhallvenice.co.uk/ NSWMC’s Mining Careers Dinners For Years 10-12, their parents or teachers of students in Years 10-12. For those considering enrolment in minerals related tertiary courses or for those who are still undecided about their career and/or university options. To request a booking form or to register your interest email education@nswmin.com.au http://www.miningcareers.com.au http://www.nswmin.com.au/Policy-and-Advocacy/Careers-and-Education/default.aspx UNSW Scholarships Website https://scholarships.online.unsw.edu.au UNSW Home Page: http://www.unsw.edu.au Agrifood Careers One the largest employers in rural areas with up to 880,000 people working in the sector. http://www.agrifoodcareers.com.au Country Education Foundation of Australia Education Foundations provide 'non-cash' grants to local youth to assist them with their transition from high school into further education, training or vocations. To apply for financial assistance you must live or attend high school in a community that has a local Education Foundation. A complete list of local education foundations: http://www.cef.org.au/foundations.html http://www.cef.org.au NSW Fire Brigades Art Competition Four winners will each receive a $550 digital camera. To enter the competition submit your design with the entry form by Thursday 10 June. http://www.nswfb.nsw.gov.au/page.php?id=904&campaigns My Career Match specialises in career profiles for students. Low cost reports give career options, resume content and how they can make a difference. Tel: 02 9332 4288 Fax: 02 9332 4699 Email: nathan@mycareermatch.com.au Web: www.mycareermatch.com.au Academy of Dressmakers New Courses starting the week of July 12th 2010. Introduction to Fashion Styling Course & Certificate IV in Fashion Small Business Management Phone: 02 9885 3600 Address: 67 Harris Street, HARRIS PARK NSW 2150 Email: info@dressmakingacademy.com.au http://www.academyofdressmakers.com.au X Factor Auditions June 12, 13 & 14 for age 16+ Australian Technology Park, Bay 4 Locomotive Street, Eveleigh NSW 2015 You don't need to register. http://www.xfactortv.com.au Actor's College of Theatre & Television - Youth Improvisation Day Ages 15-17 years. Book online using the promo code "BELLY" http://www.actt.edu.au/page/289?utm_source=ACTT+E-mail+Updates&utm_campaign=281f80f5d5-underbelly_test15_26_2010&utm_medium=email 19 June at 10.00 am Location: 505 Pitt Street Sydney NSW 2000 Tel: 02 9213 4500 Fax: 02 9281 3964 Email: info@actt.edu.au Home Page http://www.actt.edu.au HSC Preparation Courses at the University of Sydney The Centre for Continuing Education runs a series of courses to help prepare you for the HSC. http://www.cce.usyd.edu.au/hsc+preparation NSW Indigenous Arts Fellowship 2010 Established by the Government in partnership with Sydney City Council to assist an indigenous artist to further develop their career. Closing Date: 5pm, Monday 28 June 2010 http://www.arts.nsw.gov.au/LinkClick.aspx?link=98&tabid=94 Aged Care Nursing Scholarship Scheme Up to $5,000 per semester, to a maximum of $30,000 per applicant. To assist in meeting costs incurred while studying undergraduate nursing. Open for applications from Saturday 26 June 2010 for study in 2011. http://www.rcna.org.au/scholarships/ac_undergraduate Academy of Interactive Entertainment 19th June Open Day 10am-3pm at Sydney, Melbourne & Canberra Campuses. Industry Experience Day - July 7th, 10am-3pm at all campuses, bookings are essential. http://www.aie.edu.au/index.php University of Wollongong Years 11&12 Open Night - 16th June Illawarra Years 7-10 Future Finder Evening - 29th June Shoalhaven Years 7-10 Future Finder Evening - 30th June. Bookings are essential http://www.uow.edu.au/future/events/index.html Peggy Hunter Memorial Scholarship Scheme Financial assistance to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people undertaking study at an undergraduate or TAFE (Certificate IV and above) level in health, nursing, medicine, dentistry. The Applications open26 June and close 20 August. http://www.rcna.org.au/scholarships/puggy_hunter UNSW Co-op Program Industry linked scholarships for high achieving students in the fields of Business (Commerce), Science, Engineering and the Built Environment, Architectural Studies, Civil Engineering, Construction Management and Property and Software Engineering. Open to year 12 students entering university for the first time. Online registrations for 2011 Scholarships will open in July. http://www.coop.unsw.edu.au/future_students/index.html Free INTRODUCTORY 2hr acting workshops in Surry Hills, Sydney June 8, 9, 26 & 28. For 18yrs + For enquiries or to register: 02 9310 4077 or email: info@actorscentre.com.au Or register online at http://www.actorscentre.com.au/page/free_workshops.html http://www.actorscentre.com.au/index.html EnergyAustralia Apprenticeship Program Open Days Must wear closed, non-heeled shoes (preferably boots), long pants, and long sleeved shirts/jumpers. Saturday 19th & Saturday 26th June EnergyAustralia Training Centre, 2 Shaft St, Silverwater NSW 2128 To make a booking for the tours at either 8am, 10am, or 1pm, please call 02 9269 7396. http://www.apprenticeships.energyaustralia.com.au/home International College of Management Sydney Career Days - A Taste of Business - 5 July and 4 October http://icms.edu.au/apply/test-drive-icms/career-week/531.html Campus Tour - Make an appointment - info@icms.edu.au http://icms.edu.au/apply/test-drive-icms.html http://icms.edu.au/index.php Elite Athlete Friendly University program Supports Australia's elite athletes to achieve academic excellence. http://www.ausport.gov.au/participating/career_and_education/university_network or contact: Australian Sports Commission, PO Box 176, Belconnen ACT 2616 Phone: 02 6214 1144 http://www.ausport.gov.au International Film School Sydney Future Filmmaker Competition For Australia residents 17+ years old. Prize of a 2 year scholarship value of over $44,000 AUD. http://www.ifss.edu.au/future-filmmaker-comp/ US College Night August 11th, 2010 at 7:00pm Department of State and Regional Development NSW Trade and Investment Centre Level 47, MLC Tower Castlereagh Street , Sydney RSVP: collegeconsultinginternational@gmail.com http://www.collegeconsultinginternational.com FREE 4 Week Pre-Apprenticeship Courses
Carpentry – Chullora, Fabrication – Newcastle, Fitting and Machining – Campbelltown, Fitting and Machining – Glendale, Hospitality and Retail - Coffs Harbour, Indigenous Aged Care – Ballina, Paint & Panel – Wollongong, Transport Warehousing - Batemans Bay, Transport Warehousing - Merimbula. http://www.alliancepeople.com.au/training.php William Blue College of Hospitality Management Open Day & Scholarship Open Day August 28th, 10am until 1pm. 171 Pacific Highway, Northpoint Building, North Sydney. Register your attendance to win a weekend at the Sheraton on the Park Hotel in Sydney. http://www.williamblue.edu.au/openday 2011 Scholarship valued at over $32,000 Closing date 3 September. Call 1300 851 237 for details. http://www.williamblue.edu.au Marine Industry Careers Guide The Australian marine industry employs 29,000 people. http://www.bia.org.au/careers.html National Centre for Vocational Education Research Web Seminars Next topic: Do wages matter, or the value of completing an apprenticeship or traineeship? 15 June 2010, 2.00pm – 3.00pm https://www.conferenceonline.com/index.cfm?page=booking&object=conference&id=15182&categorykey=F691EEF7-B6BF-4D48-9C58-DCA804DB1CF6&clear=1 E. june.ingham@ncver.edu.au or T. 08 8230 8491 http://www.ncver.edu.au/ Illawarra Apprenticeships in Mechanical and Electrical trades. Illawarra Coal Apprenticeship Program. To apply, please enter Ref No: 650039 at this website: http://jobs.bhpbilliton.com/jobSearch.asp?stp=AW&sLanguage=en Applications close Wednesday, 9 June 2010. Hunter Region Apprenticeships 1008 new apprentices have been recruited in the Hunter, as a result of the Apprentice Kickstart program. http://www.australianapprenticeships.gov.au/australian_apprentice/kickstart.asp ICMS Career Weeks Explore the hospitality, tourism, event, retail, sport management and property industries. 3 day school holiday program. 7 - 9 July, 14 - 16 July, or 6 - 8 October. Costs $299 which includes all accommodation, meals and activities. http://icms.edu.au/apply/test-drive-icms/career-week.html UTS:Marine Biology Video Competition For high school students in years 9 – 12. Prizes include a video camera and the opportunity to ‘Spend a day with a UTS Marine Biologist’. Full details on facebook from the 24 May with entries closing at 5pm on 30 July 2010. http://www.facebook.com/pages/UTS-Marine-Biology-for-Schools/276202459240 UTS:IT Information Evening for students and parents. BIT round 1 applications are due on 25 June 2010. When: Thursday 3 June 6:00pm – 7:30pm Where: UTS:IT 235 Jones St, Ultimo, Building 10, Room 10.6.430 RSVP and further info: Jenny Donovan on (02) 9514 4302. http://it.uts.edu.au/news/event_detail.html?ItemId=19231&ItemDate=2010-06-03 Food Service Australia Expo 23 June, Sydney Convention & Exhibition Centre, Darling Harbour Schools and Students must register to attend. http://www.foodserviceaustralia.com.au/visitor.cfm?id=40. Further information: T 02 9556 7972 E cfairbrass@etf.com.au www.foodserviceaustralia.com.au Directory Undergraduate 2011 Shows courses and entry scores by subject areas for Australian/New Zealand unis. To obtain a copy contact: The Graduate Connection, PO Box 172, Balgowlah NSW 2093 T. 02 9949 2686 F. 02 9949 7130 E. coyte@grad.com.au Foundation for Young Australians Young Social Pioneers Year-long training and development program for Australian social change-makers. Eligibility: 18 - 29 years old. Actively working on a project for a minimum of six months. 2010 applications close Friday 11 June For questions email rhondah.whitaker@fya.org.au Ph: (03) 9670 5436 http://www.youngsocialpioneers.org.au/index.php? JMC Holiday Workshop for High School Students Free one day introductory course in : *Digital Animation *Entertainment and Business Management *Digital Television *Audio Engineering and Sound Production *Popular Music and Performance When: 14th or 15th July. 9.00am - 4.00pm Where: JMC Academy, 41 Holt St. Surry Hills Contact: Noel Peters on 9281 8899 or email npeters@jmc.edu.au http://www.jmcacademy.edu.au/attachment/news/JMC%20intro%20workshop%20flyer.pdf World Education Program (WEP) Australia Student exchange overseas. Information Evenings: 16th June, 28th July, 25th August, 20th October Bowlers Club of NSW Ltd, 95-99 York Street, Sydney 2000 http://wep.org.au/info/information-evenings HTN Peter Howard Future Chef Scholarship OneHSC student will receive travel and accommodation in a capital city in conjunction with a week’s training and hands on practical experience at a leading industry partner (International Hotel or leading restaurant). Submissions close on Friday 13th August. http://www.htn.com.au/Promotion_6_026.html www.htn.com.au Toll Free Number 1300 139 108 Extra Support for Apprentices Australian Government to provide more support to apprentices before and during their training. www.australianapprenticeships.gov.au Skillsroad.com.au has a good Resume builder which gives a simple resume in Word format. www.Skillsroad.com.au Screen and Media Information Night Metro Screen is providing information about their Certificate IV in Screen and Media Tues Jun 15, 6.30pm – 7.30pm Metro Screen, Studio 1, Paddington Town Hall Cnr Oxford St + Oatley Rd, Paddington No RSVP is necessary, more details l.cooper@metroscreen.org.au Raffles College of Design and Commerce Holiday Workshops 12-16 July 2010 http://raffles.edu.au/index.php/Vocational-Design/Vocational-Design-Courses-Workshops.html Sydney University Medicine and Dentistry Information Evening 26th May from 17.00 - 18.30. Location: Eastern Avenue Auditorium Contact: 02 9114 1163 or diana.lovegrove@sydney.edu.au More information and online registration at http://www.usyd.edu.au/news/medicine/542.html?eventcategoryid=46&eventid=5848 Carpentry Pre-Apprenticeship Training, Nirimba, Quakers Hill
Compulsory information session Thursday 22nd July 2010, 9:00 am Building T8, Room G41, Eastern Rd Quakers Hill. Further information and to register contact Marie-Rose Borg on 9208 7017. Job Guide 2010 website includes many hundreds of occupational profiles. The Job Guide is also distributed to Year 10 students. http://www.jobguide.thegoodguides.com.au Bond University Scholarships - Applications for 2011 Now Open Applications for all scholarships should be lodged online by July 31. www.bond.edu.au/scholarships UAC Undergraduate website will assist Year 12 students with applying to uni. UAC guides arrive in schools in early August. UAC Undergraduate website: http://www.uac.edu.au/schoolink/year-12.shtml UAC Home Page: http://www.uac.edu.au Health Careers Kit Information related to health, medicine and nursing programs at NSW universities. Contact Justine Brindle, T (02) 9385 3250, E justine@unsw.edu.au http://notes.med.unsw.edu.au/rcsweb.nsf/page/Health%20Careers%20Kit Australian International Conservatorium of Music Open Day 11am -2pm on Saturday 19th June. Register your attendance by email to admin@aicm.edu.au http://www.aicm.edu.au/ Bond University - Investing in Your Future Seminars Canberra - Tuesday 15th June Brisbane - Tuesday 15th June Sydney - Tuesday 29th June Contact Kristy Manyweathers on 07 5595 1067 Email: scholarships@bond.edu.au http://www.bond.edu.au/events UNSW ProgComp for High School Students Programming and applying computing knowledge and skills Open Round held in schools on 11th June 2010, from 2:00-4:00pm. Grand Final held at the University of New South Wales on 4th September 2010. Cash prizes & scholarships to be won. http://www.computing.unsw.edu.au/progcomp/WhatProgComp.php Interested in Dressmaking? Check out a range of practical courses at www.dressmakingacademy.com.au/ University of Wollongong Early Entry Take some of the stress out of your final year with your place secured at UOW. Interviews for most faculties will be held between 27 September and 1 October 2010. Applications open on 1 July 2010 and close on 1st September. http://www.uow.edu.au/future/earlyentry/index.html Billy Blue College of Design Scholarship 2010 "Make a Picture of Yourself at Billy Blue" and win one of two Scholarships worth $25,000 in Brisbane. Closing date 4th June http://www.billyblue.com.au/life-at-billy-blue/news/brisbane-campus-announces-scholarship-competition Raffles College of Design and Commerce Scholarships One full-fee and one half fee scholarship for each of: Bachelor of Commerce, Bachelor of Design, Bachelor of Arts (Visual Communication) Valued at $55,540 for full tuition fees and $22,770 for half tuition fees. Applications close on 19th November 2010. http://raffles.edu.au/index.php/Apply/Design-Scholarship.html Australian Film, Television & Radio School School Holiday Courses in designing computer games, introduction to radio, screen acting, auditioning, animation and filmmaking, screen and special effects makeup. The Entertainment Quarter, 130 Bent St, Moore Park NSW Phone: 1300 13 14 61 or 02 9805 6480 E: openprogram@aftrs.edu.au http://www.aftrs.edu.au/about.aspx Hazard a Guess An interactive eLearning tool to help you learn about work safety. http://youngworkers.com.au JumpSTART NSW Cadetships A program designed to help young people take up careers in the public sector. NSW Government is offering 500 entry-level cadetships to HSC school leavers every year for the next three years. http://www.jobs.nsw.gov.au/Features-and-campaigns/JumpSTART-NSW-Cadetships.aspx UTS IT Undergraduate Courses and Scholarships Information Evening For students and parents. 6pm Thursday 3rd June 2010 Broadway Campus, Sydney Please RSVP: jenny.donovan@uts.edu.au by Tuesday 1st June 2010 Jenny Donovan Phone: (02) 9514 4302 http://it.uts.edu.au/news/event_detail.html?ItemId=19231&ItemDate=2010-06-03 Omnilink Cadetship Currently in Year 12 with excellent grades? Wishing to enrol in a Geographic or Surveying and Spatial Information Systems course in 2011. Application closing date: 11th June 2010 http://www.omnilink.com.au/cadetship.htm National Institute of Dramatic Art (NIDA) 2010 OPEN DAY Held every two years. Saturday 22nd May 2010, 10am – 4pm NIDA, 215 Anzac Parade, Kensington NSW Phone: 02 9697 7600 Email: info@nida.edu.au Open Day link: http://www.nida.edu.au/default.aspx?ArticleID=1540 Home page: http://www.nida.edu.au Ernst & Young Cadet Information Evening Melbourne applications open 10th May 2010 and close 16th June 2010 Sydney applications open 24th May 2010 and close 25th June 2010 Wednesday 16th June, 5:00pm – 6:30pm Ernst & Young Office, 680 George Street, Sydney Phone: 02 9248 5555 Fax: 02 9248 5959 Please RSVP via email to Jenny Kantarovski by Wednesday, 9th June http://www.ey.com/AU/en/Careers/Students/Applying-to-Ernst---Young/Student-events/Student-events TAFE Applications for Semester Two Closing Soon Applications close in May at most InstitutesEmail IndigenousPrograms@dpc.nsw.gov.au for further information. Check out current cadetship opportunities at www.jobs.nsw.gov.au For all the details of eligibility and how to apply go to https://www.ics.deewr.gov.au/Student/Information.aspx Check individual college websites (links via the home page) for closing dates. TAFE NSW home page: https://www.tafensw.edu.au AIE Mid-Year Information Evening on Thursday 20th May. 3D animation, game programming, visual effects, game design and development. Contact your local campus for details. Sydney Campus Phone: 02 8514 8800 Email: sydney@aie.edu.au Canberra Campus Phone: 02 6162 5131 Email: canberra@aie.edu.au http://www.aie.edu.au Careers in Sport Workshops - New Dates Careers in Sport: 11th &18th May, 8th, 16th & 29th June, 7th & 14th July, 4th & 18th August Event Management in Sport: 25th May Held at Sydney Olympic Park email julie.stafford@sportnsw.com.au or call 8116 9737 or 0405 841 016 http://www.sportnsw.com.au/epages/ecornerhosting.sf/?ObjectPath=/Shops/sportnsw/Categories/Education/%22Schools%20Courses%22 Mount Druitt College of TAFE Pre-Apprenticeship Courses Panelbeating and Vehicle Painting Information and Testing Session Tuesday, 29th June 2010 at 10:00am in Building F, Room F.1.44. Plumbing Information and Testing Session Monday, 28th June 2010at 10:00am in rooms D101 and D102. Signcraft Information and Testing Session Tuesday, 29th June 2010at 10:00am in Building F, Room F.1.44. For further information and to register your interest please contact: The College Business Unit Ph: (02) 9208 6244 Fax: (02) 9208 6222 SMS: 0428 423 102 (text only) for course enquiries Western Sydney Institute Home Page: http://wsi.tafensw.edu.au University of Notre Dame – Australia Course Information Evening Broadway Campus (Sydney) Wednesday 12 May 2010, 6:00pm - 8:00pm For further details contact: Prospective Students & Marketing Office Tel: (02) 8204 4404 Fax: (0 2) 8204 4422 Email: sydney@nd.edu.au Useful information for careers advisers: http://www.nd.edu.au/sydney/careerAdvisorAndTeacher/index.shtml Home Page: http://www.nd.edu.au The NSW Public Sector Indigenous Cadetship Program Combine university study with part time employment with the NSW Government. Email IndigenousPrograms@dpc.nsw.gov.au for further information. Check out current cadetship opportunities at www.jobs.nsw.gov.au For all the details of eligibility and how to apply go to https://www.ics.deewr.gov.au/Student/Information.aspx Qantm College 2010 Events Study With Qantm for a Day - Sydney: July 17 & October 16 Qantm College Open Day - Sydney: May 22 & August 7 Open Day / Exhibition - December 4 Visit Any Time - Monday–Friday (9:00am–5:00pm) http://sydney.qantm.com/en-gb/content/2421/Events_and_Workshops Charles Sturt University’s Making a Difference competition Send in your story of social justice. For all students in NSW and ACT in Year 10, 11 or 12. Entries close Friday 2 July. http://www.csu.edu.au/student/mad/ JMC Academy Open Days Courses in Digital Television Production, Digital Media and 3D Animation, Audio Engineering and Sound Production, Popular Music and Performance, and Entertainment Business Management. 15th May, Sydney Campus Open Day. 29th May, Brisbane Campus Open Day. Register on-line at www.jmcacademy.edu.au Bookings essential. KPMG’s Cadetship Recruitment program in Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide and Perth. For students intending to study for a commerce or business degree majoring in accounting or information systems. Sydney closing date 23rd June Brisbaneclosing date 17th June http://www.kpmg.com/AU/en/JoinUs/Graduates-Students/Cadetships/Pages/default.aspx Lions Youth Exchange Program Participants must be between the ages 16 and 21 and be nominated by a Lions, Lioness or Leo Club. http://www.lionsclubs.org.au/ye/index.htm Bass Guitar Workshop at JMC Tuesday 18 May 2010 from 6.00pm-8.00pm at JMC Academy in Sydney Two-hour dedicated Bass Guitar Workshop for High School Students. http://www.jmcacademy.edu.au/news_detail.cfm?id=46 For further enquiries phone 9281 8899. My Career Website changes Bigger, more prominent job search box Link to Head Hunter straight from the home page Every time you return it will remember what types of jobs you were looking for http://mycareer.com.au MTA Autostart free automotive pre-apprenticeship programs. Autostart courses will run in Sydney Metropolitan areas later in the year. http://www.mtaplus.com.au A single acting class at ACTT. Try an acting class for the very first time. 10.30am on 29 May or 6.30pm on 21 June. Pitt Street, Sydney. http://www.actt.edu.au UMAT Preparation Practice Materials are available in the form of e-books. The e-books can be purchased for A$35 each from http://umat.acer.edu.au. ACER and the UMAT Consortium universities do not recommend or endorse any commercially available courses offering UMAT preparation. The listing of an organisation in any part of mhscareers.com in no way implies any form of endorsement by me of the products or services provided by that person or organisation. Sydney Conservatorium of Music HSC Workshops Thursday 15th July & Friday 16th July Applications close Wednesday 30th June 2010 Phone: 02 9351 1207 Email: music.openacademy@sydney.edu.au http://sydney.edu.au/music/openacademy/young_academy/hsc_workshops_2010.shtml Science & Mathematics at UNSW - Parent & Student Information Night 27 May 2010 at Leighton Hall, The John Niland Scientia Building, UNSW Registration 6.00pm-6.30pm, Presentation 6.30pm-7.30pm Refreshments 7.30pm-8.30pm Online registration: http://www.science.unsw.edu.au/parent-student-night-2010 Macquarie Uni HSC Enrichment Program Physics HSC Enrichment Day - Tuesday 13th July Chemistry HSC Enrichment Day - Wednesday 14th July Registrations close on Friday 2nd July http://www.futurestudent.mq.edu.au/undergraduate/MoreInformation/Events/hscenrichment/index.html Tocal College, located North of Maitland NSW. Provides agricultural training and practical experience Open days July 9th and 16th, October 1st and 8th. Phone: 1800 025 520 or 02 4939 8888 Email: info@tocal.com http://www.tocal.nsw.edu.au National Youth Science Forum 2011 For current Year 11 students Session A: 3 – 15 January 2011 Session B: 10 – 22 January 2011 Session C: 17 – 29 January 2011 NYSF continues after January, first in the form of university seminars and industry site visits in March and April and afterwards as a long term personal network of friends, colleagues and support groups. Rotary Clubs around Australia work with the NYSF to select participants. APPLICATIONS CLOSE 30 MAY 2010. http://www.nysf.edu.au AFS Experience Japan Scholarships 240 full scholarships valued at $8,000. Offered to high school students aged between 15-18 years of age Including 15 Indigenous student scholarships and 24 teacher scholarships. Program is a 14 day cultural exchange which includes a 6 day home stay/ school visit component together with cultural and historical study tours of Hiroshima, Kyoto and Tokyo for the remaining 8 days. APPLICATIONS CLOSE 14 JUNE 2010. http://www.afs.org.au Sydney Cricket Ground Work Experience Administration, Events and Operations Program Manager - Human Resources Ph: 02 9380 0359 Email: hradmin@scgt.nsw.gov.au Grounds and Maintenance Program Michelle Wolfenden PA General Manager of Properties Ph: 02 9380 0165 Email: mwolfenden@scgt.nsw.gov.au http://www.sydneycricketground.com.au/Work-Experience.html WorkVentures Sydney Career Information Sessions focusing on Traineeships. 18th May, 10:30-12:30 or 2:30-4:30. Level 3/ 393 George Street, Sydney Register your full name, telephone number and session time. Please send your details to: careerexpo@workventures.com.au Contact: Tara Giles: T 02 9282 6999 http://workventures.com.au NSW Police Multicultural Careers Day 25 July 2010, 10am-3pm at PCYC, Railway Parade, Cabramatta NSW Call 1800 222 122 or email recruiting@police.nsw.gov.au http://www.police.nsw.gov.au My Freight Career Import/Export trade and International Logistics Qualifications delivered in Transport and Distribution, Warehousing & Storage, Road Transport Logistics, Aviation, Administration, Business & Customs Brokerage & Frontline Management. E-mail: mail@myfreightcareer.com.au http://myfreightcareer.com.au AFS Scholarship Applications Open Full scholarship to Japan for two months departing in December 2010. Register your interest by enquiring online or calling 1300 131 736 by 31st May 2010. Complete AFS online application by 1st July 2010. http://www.afs.org.au Meet a Keeper - Taronga Zoo A one-day program for school students aged 14 years and over. 10th June, 11th August, 16th September 2010. http://taronga.org.au/taronga-zoo.aspx Sydney Writers' Festival 15-23 May SCHOOL DAYS program will be running from 17-21 May at venues in Sydney, Parramatta and Penrith. A full day of free events for the family will be held on Sunday 23 May. http://www.swf.org.au/ Warren Centre High School Innovation Lecture Professor Hugh Durrant-Whyte, Research Director of the Australian Centre for Field Robotics 2.00 – 3.00 pm Tuesday 8 June 2010 Coles Theatre, Powerhouse Museum. T. 02 93517205 http://www.powerhousemuseum.com/teachersguide/special_events.php IDP International Students Exhibition, Sydney 10am – 5.30pm, 7 May Mercure Sydney Hotel, 818-820 George St. http://www.australia.idp.com/default.aspx Young Social Pioneers 2010 Applications now open For 18 -29 year olds http://www.youngsocialpioneers.org.au/ Youth Off The Streets Scholarship Program $5,000 each to pursue further education or training for disadvantaged young people Nominations close at 5pm on 7th May http://www.youthoffthestreets.com.au/scholarship/scholoarship_nominations_2010.html Metro Screen Young Filmmakers Holiday Workshop intensive filmmaking workshop for 11-16 year olds Wed 14/07 – Fri 16/07 http://www.metroscreen.org.au/BookingRetrieve.aspx?ID=72471 NSW Nursing and Health Expo Southee Complex, Sydney Showground 16 May, 10am - 3pm For more information T 1800 061 660 http://www.rcna.org.au/development/nsw_expo Work Ventures - Traineeship Information Sessions Years 10, 11 or 12 or recent school leavers most welcome. 18th May 2010, Session times are 10:30-12:30 or 2:30-4:30 Level 3/ 393 George Street, Sydney Contact: Tara Giles T 02 9282 6999 or careerexpo@workventures.com.au http://workventures.com.au New Topics in Biomedical Science at Newcastle University New topics include an introduction to professional skills in biomedical science, human anatomy and integrative physiology. http://www.newcastle.edu.au/school/biomedical-sciences Yapug is a tertiary preparation program offered by the University of Newcastle for indigenous people. T. (02) 4921 5000 http://www.newcastle.edu.au/what-can-i-study/yapug Newcastle University's 2011 Prospectus Available To receive a copy ask your careers adviser, call the enquiry centre on (02) 4921 5000 or visit the website to download it as a PDF file. http://www.newcastle.edu.au Sydney TAFE Semester Two Applications Closing Soon Applications for the most popular courses in Semester Two close on 21 May. T 1300 360 601, E sydney.info@tafensw.edu.au http://www.sit.nsw.edu.au Manufacturing and Engineering Careers Expo High Tech Manufacturing & Engineering Career opportunities with local companies UWS's state-of-the art School of Engineering Industry specialists with expert knowledge about Pathways to a Career in Manufacturing & Engineering Today's "Clean, Hi Tech, State-Of-The-Art" Manufacturing and Engineering industry Saturday 8th May 2010, 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM Exhibition Hall, UWS School of Engineering (Z Building), Kingswood Campus, 2747 Register: Ph 4731 5711 or Email admin@penrithbusinessalliance.com.au http://manufacturing.events.smallbiz.nsw.gov.au/Events.aspx?eventid=1703 Sydney College of Hair Design Couses offered: Certificate III in Hairdressing, Certificate IV in Hairdressing, Diploma of Hair Salon Management. Level 1, 375 Pennant Hills Road PENNANT HILLS NSW 2120 http://www.schd.com.au Sydney College of Skin Care Courses Offered: Diploma & Certificate IV in Beauty Therapy, Certificate III in Beauty Services, Postgraduate and short courses. Level 1, 375 Pennant Hills Road PENNANT HILLS NSW 2120 http://www.scsc.edu.au Surveying Careers & Work Experience The Surveying industry have a great website called 'A Life Without Limits" designed to help you learn what surveying is all about. There are job profiles, specialisations, study options and even a page where you can register your interest in doing Work Experience with a Surveying firm. http://www.alifewithoutlimits.com.au Maritime Careers Forum at the Australian Maritime Museum 8th June, 9.00am - 3.30pm, Costs: $10.00 per student - includes student notes and an optional cruise on Sydney Harbour. Bookings: Essential - Phone 9298 3655 or email bookings@anmm.gov.au http://www.anmm.gov.au The Style Academy Fashion, Film, TV, Commercials or Photography? Or learn how to best present yourself and enhance your self-esteem? The Style Academy offers courses in Acting, Modelling, Photography and Personal Development. For a free consultation call 1300 762 896 Suite 301 - 249 Pitt St, Sydney NSW 2000 ph: 02 9264 3344, fax: 02 9264 3544 Email: info@styleacademy.com.au http://www.styleacademy.com.au AIH - Australian Institute of Higher Education Offers degree courses in Accounting and Business. Level 9, 815-825 George Street, Sydney Email enquiries@aih.nsw.edu.au http://aih.nsw.edu.au Sydney Institute of Interpreting & Translation SIIT specialises in training programs in Sydney for overseas students. http://www.siit.nsw.edu.au Lattitude Global Volunteering "gap" year Information Sessions Dates in April/May in various locations. http://www.lattitude.org.au Social Work Careers Day Westmead Hospital still have places available on 11th & 19th May 2010 RSVP and pay by 23rd April. Contact Kay de Ridder at kay_deridder@wsahs.nsw.gov.au or phone (02) 9845 6699 UTS launched its new Science Careers Guide last month. Designed for students interested in science but unsure of where science can lead them in their careers. The guide contains job profiles, careers stemming from specific areas of science and lists of possible employers. http://www.science.uts.edu.au/careers/ Tertiary Jazz Pre-Audition Workshop $75 for a 3-hour workshop. Tuesday 13 July, 6-9pm or Saturday 9 October, 2-5pm. http://sydney.edu.au/music/openacademy/young_academy/tert_jazz_audition_prep_workshop.shtml UTS:Pro School and UTS:Apple Authorised Training Centre offer intensive industry accredited short courses that improve technical skills required for success in today's creative industries. Excel in music production, audio and video postproduction skills by taking courses this July session. http://sound-base.com.au/proaudio_default.asp Discover the Nurse in U@UTS For anyone considering nursing as a career. Parents or partners also welcome. Various dates from 27 July. http://www.nmh.uts.edu.au/discover/ Australian Business Events Expo
22nd & 23rd July, Sydney Convention & Exhibition Centre Open to anyone whose job function involves planning, organising or researching business events. Students are able to attend after 3:00pm under strict guidelines. All visitors are required to pre-register to attend. Online registration will open soon. Please email: info@abeexpo.com.au for more information on attending. http://www.abeexpo.com.au/students Sunbeam Future Farmers is an initiative set up to give young people living in rural Australia a start in the farming industry and to secure the future of the Australian farming community. This program is designed to match farmers with young Australians considering or participating in a full, part-time or school-based Australian Apprenticeship. After successfully completing your Level II Certificate in Production Horticulture you will receive a $1,000 bonus payment paid by Sunbeam. www.sunbeamfoods.com.au UNSW Law School’s Parent & Student Information Evening. Careers Advisers are also welcome. 6 May 2010 at 6:00 pm in G04, Law Building, UNSW Rowena Tuziak, T 02 9385 1519, F 02 9385 1175 Email r.tuziak@unsw.edu.au Register online by 5th May at: http://www.law.unsw.edu.au/News_and_Events/News.asp?type=&name=3271&year=2010 The Actors College of Theatre & Television
Part time and short courses are now open for enrolments. http://www.actt.edu.au/ Green Careers - Make a Difference
To learn more about this exciting field, visit the website below for a great list of resources and contacts. http://www.myfuture.edu.au/The%20Facts/Work%20and%20Employment/Green%20Careers.aspx A reminder that applications for the 2010 UBS Cadetships Program close on 7 May. UBS Cadetships offer students the opportunity to launch their business career while studying at the university of their choice in Sydney. www.professionalcadets.com.au/UBScadetships Powerhouse Museum Fashion and Design Events
Frock stars: inside Australian Fashion Week, 22 April until 29 August
Design talk by Jonathan Barnbrook, 13 May
Sydney Design 2010, 31 July to 15 August
Australian Youth Forum (AYF) Challenge
An initiative to stimulate fresh ideas about how young people can connect with their communities.
If you’re 12-24 and you have an innovative idea, why not consider submitting a project entry?
Winners will be eligible for up to $15 000 to put their ideas into action. AYF Challenge closes 5.00pm AEST Tuesday 11 May 2010.
http://www.youth.gov.au/ayf/ Job Guide on your Mobile
The Job Guide website is now available on your mobile phone at
International Film School Sydney Information and Open Day
Saturday 29th May , 10am - 2pm at 27 Rosebury Ave, Rosebury, Sydney 2018 Australian Film Television & Radio School Sydney Open Day
4th and 5th September 2010
Open Day at the International School of Aviation Australia
Sunday 4th July 2010, 11am - 2pm, Cessnock Airport, Cessnock NSW 2325 Register online at http://www.isaa.edu.au/rsvp/ Macquarie University Astronomy Open Night
24th April, 6.30pm
www.astronomy.mq.edu.au/public/FFA/opennight/ Hair Expo
12-14 June, Sydney Convention & Exhibition Centre
Sydney Life Photography Competition
Submissions close Tuesday 25 May, 2010.
http://www.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au/artandabout/ University of Sydney to provide $90,000 per annum to support Learning for Life scholarships
For secondary school students who meet The Smith Family's eligibility criteria
and $10,000 pa to support The Smith Family's Bella Learning for Life Workshop,
art-making workshops and exhibition tours for Learning for Life students.
http://www.thesmithfamily.com.au/site/page.cfm?u=9 MEA Student Insights Forum
Find out about career path options within the meetings and events industry.
Tuesday 11 May, 9.00am - 1.00pm, Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre
Design Now!
Showcasing the work of the most outstanding design and applied arts university graduates. Object Gallery, 417 Bourke St Surry Hills, NSW 2010. Dates: 10th April to 30th May 2010 Mt Druitt TAFE - Women in Manufacturing.
Speak to young female professionals who have excelled in the Manufacturing Industry.
Hear a leading role model for women, do a tour of the Manufacturing section and TAFE workshops. 5th May 2010, 10.30am - 2pm
Contact Rachel Hanlon on 9208 6244 or email Rachel.Hanlon@tafensw.edu.au http://wsi.tafensw.edu.au/welcome.aspx NSW Ambulance Service Trainee Paramedic positions Applications for Trainee Paramedic positions are now open Phone: (02) 9320 7777 Email: job@ambulance.nsw.gov.au http://www.ambulance.nsw.gov.au/employment University of Sydney Back to Agriculture Open Day
Open day and free BBQ lunch in the Quad. Saturday 5 June 2010,11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
For: Alumni, friends, family, staff and students,prospective students. For further details, and to register, visit the website below or contact: Mon-Wed: 02 8627 1006 Thurs-Fri: 02 9114 0902 Email: skaidy.gulbis@sydney.edu.au http://sydney.edu.au/agriculture Whitehouse Institute of Design Holiday Workshops
Suitable for all ages from secondary school onward. Intended for those with little or no drawing skills. One week in duration and run from 10am to 3.30pm Monday – Friday Offered during the summer and winter school holiday periods in Sydney and Melbourne. Students can keep up with all the Whitehouse news online at: Blog: www.whitehouse-design.edu.au/blog Facebook: www.facebook.com/whitehouseinstitute Twitter: www.twitter.com/whitehouse_edu YouTube: www.youtube.com/user/whitehousedesignedu Level 3, 55 Liverpool Street, Sydney NSW 2000 Phone (02) 9267 8799 Website http://whitehouse-design.edu.au You can now visit UTAS on YouTube. www.youtube.com/user/UniversityofTasmania. For information about your options if you don’t get into the course that you want to study: http://www.futurestudents.utas.edu.au Australian Defence Force Gap Year A once in a lifetime work experience placement in the ADF. You'll earn more than $40,000 per year and there's no requirement to stay beyond this point. Gap Year applications will reopen from 1 May to 30 June 2010 for the 2011 intake. http://www.defencejobs.gov.au/education/gapyear To view the news, calendar & schools pages on the web site click on
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PULSE@Parkes provides students the opportunity to control the Parkes radio telescope.
Applications now open from schools to take part in an observing slot from April to September.
School Astronomy Contest
Students have thechance to observe on a telescope in the Andes Mountains of Chile.
Entries close: Friday 7 May
UTS webpage for future students
Apprenticeships at Integral Energy
Electrical - Distribution Powerline apprenticeships will be advertised in July.
Basair Airline Pilot Career Workshops reminder.
The nexttwo day Bankstown or Cessnock workshops are on 6/7 April.
Phone : (02) 9791 0111 for further information. http://www.basair.com.au/index.php/learn-to-fly/introductory-offers/2-day-career-workshop.html Sydney Film School Open Day Saturday May 29
The day starts at 2pm and runs until all the questions have been exhausted. The Sydney Film School is located at 82 Cope Street, Waterloo To reserve your place: ikeller@sydneyfilmschool.com or T 9698 2244 http://www.sydneyfilmschool.com UNSW Indigenous Winter School
3 July to 10 July for high school students from all over Australia.
For more information: T 9385 3805 or E nuragili@unsw.edu.au
http://www.nuragili.unsw.edu.au/WinterSchool.htm Subject Bonuses for University Entry
All UAC institutions recognise performance in Year 12 subjects relevant to the course/s for which you have applied. Some have formal bonus points schemes; while others consider students individually. More information: http://www.uac.edu.au/undergraduate/atar/bonuses.shtml MAD Mission - Making A Difference
Madventurer provides sustainable and ethical projects and challenging adventures worldwide. Based in the UK but operates volunteer projects worldwide. www.madventurer.com AFTRS 3 hour 'All About Gaming' session on Apr 13. http://www.aftrs.edu.au/courses/course-search/open-course-detail.aspx?id=4050 School Holiday Program @ The Sewing Room 8 Hill Street Surry Hills NSW 2010 Call Penelope on 0432 688 536 or email info@thesewingroom.com.au or see our blog www.thesewingroom.net.au. www.ftgallery.com.au To view the news, calendar & schools pages on the web site click on
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The Hills Shire Council Youth Week
Youth Business Forum
12 April, 10 am - 4 pm, Function Room, The Hills Shire Council, 129 Showground Road, CASTLE HILL www.shiftinternational.net Free Career Workshops by Talentwax 10am & 4pm each day (10-18 April)
Learn 2 Centre, Level 1, Suite 101, Vinegar Hill Memorial Library & Community Centre, Rouse Hill RSVP by 5 April on T 9891 1455 or sarah@integritypersonnel.com.au
Social Work Careers Day
11th or 19th May 2010. 9am- 3pm.
RSVP by 23rd April 2010
Contact Kay de Ridder on kay_deridder@wsahs.nsw.gov.au or 98456699. Special Functions Room, Level One, Education Block
Westmead Hospital. Cnr Hawkesbury and Darcy Roads, Westmead 2145
$10 per student with morning tea provided.
Payment: Cash preferred. Cheques payable to the Social Work Department, Westmead Hospital. All monies due by the 23rd April 2010. Billy Blue College of Design
A day in the life of a Designer. 10am - 4pm Saturday: 29 May, 26 June, 31 July. Cost is $80 including lunch. 171 Pacific Highway, N Sydney, 2060 Phone 1300 851 245 email info@billyblue.edu.au web www.billyblue.com.au William Blue College of Hospitality Management
Day in the Life of ... Hotel, Resort, Event, Tourism & Business Managers, & Head Chefs. 22 April, 15 July, 27 September Cost $40 includes all materials and lunch. T. 1300 851 237 E. info@williamblue.edu.au W. www.williamblue.edu.au APM College of Business and Communication
Join us for a day to begin your collection of business skills. Tuesday 13th July - Influencing Skills - 10am - 2pm Tuesday 28th September - Women in Business - 10am - 2pm Level 10, 171 Pacific Highway, North Sydney, 2060 T. 1300 880 610 www.apm.edu.au Apprenticeships in the Motor Mechanic Industry
MTA Apprenticeship Plus has job vacancies currently available. Email: info@mtaplus.com.au http://www.mtaplus.com.au Tell Us: Are you more than your marks?
Tell Us is now open until Wed 30th June.
Australian College of Applied Psychology Information Sessions
Sydney 11 May, Level 5, 11 York St, Wynyard Brisbane 12 May, Level 2, 99 Creek St, Brisbane Melbourne 29 April, 400 Queen St, Melbourne Projects Abroad - Volunteering Overseas
Information evenings Melbourne, 30th March, Sydney, 13th April, Canberra, 14th April, Brisbane, 18th May
Lattitude Global Volunteering specialising in volunteering for 17-25 year olds.
Apply now for placements in 2011 by Friday 14 May 2010 to secure your first preference.
Information Nights Canberra Tuesday 4 May Albury Wednesday 28 April Newcastle Wednesday 21 April Sydney Thursday 22 April Brisbane Wednesday 28 April http://www.lattitude.org.au UNSW Faculty of Law Essay Competition
Year 11 and 12 students.
Entries Close 5pm Friday 23 April.
http://www.law.unsw.edu.au/essaycomp Student Exchange Australia Make Your Mark t-shirt design competition
Design entries must be submitted by 5pm Friday 30th April.
Student Exchange Australia New Zealand
Next Info Evenings:
Online Thu 22 April Canberra Thu 22 April Sydney Wed 21 April http://studentexchange.org.au EF High School Year Overseas
Find out more about the program by attending one of our free information sessions in a city near you. http://www.ef-australia.com.au Sir William Yeo Scholarship
$600pa awarded to a student studying Rural Science, Veterinary Science, Agriculture/Ag Economics. Applications close 29 March 2010. http://www.rslnsw.org.au/uploads/Sir%20William%20Yeo%202009.pdf AIE Canberra & Sydney
School holiday courses during the 1st week of the April holiday. Industry Experience Day Canberra, 14th April, 10am until 4pm – FREE
AIME (Australian Indigenous Mentoring Experience)
University student volunteers mentor high school Indigenous students.
Phone: +612 9319 0439 Fax: +612 9310 3139 Email: enquiries@aimementoring.com
http://www.aimementoring.com University of Sydney Sleek Geeks Science Eureka Prize
Students tell a scientific story via a short film. Online entry forms close midnight AEST Friday 7 May 2010.
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Ernst & Young Cadet Program 2011
Combine university studies with real work.
Application opening date 24 May, closing date 25 June
http://www.ey.com.au/AU/en/Careers/Students/Programs/Cadet-Program ShortCuts Film Festival, Western Sydney's premier short film festival.
Young people (12 - 25 years) can screen their short films, get industry feedback, and win prizes.
Enter before 5pm, Friday 26th March 2010 Holiday Workshops
Acting Stage 1, 14,15 Apr 2010, 10am - 3pm, Blacktown Arts Centre Screen Presence 1, 16 Apr 2010, 10am - 4pm, Blacktown Arts Centre http://pyt.com.au In 2010, UTS:Law offered 3 new scholarships.
University of Sydney’s Veterinary Teaching Hospital
Get your pet’s health checked for FREE Thursday 25th March 2010 – 7-10pm
Ph: 9114 1154 Email: natascha.koepsel@sydney.edu.au http://sydney.edu.au/vetscience/veterinary_services/sydney/events/pj.shtml Powerhouse Museum Frock stars: inside Australian Fashion Week
22 April until 29 August
Find out everything about the fashion world.
http://www.powerhousemuseum.com/frockstars/ Acting for Camera
Five-day drama workshop at the Powerhouse Museum 12–16 April
Apprenticeships available now from STE 1300apprentice.
Call 1300apprentice for more information or apply on the website
http://1300apprentice.com.au/index.php/contactus/hotjobs Youth Allowance
150 000 students start to receive new scholarships from April 1. Julius Events College Open Day and Career Talk
Technical production theatre & events, music and event management
2010 Open Days: 27 March, 29 May, 14 August, 9 October Bookings essential. Call 9638 5955 or email reception@juliusmedia.com Midweek Tours Bookings essential, call Monique on +61 2 9638 5955 or email reception@juliusmedia.com http://www.juliusmedia.com/training/default.asp Southern Cross Cultural Exchange Scholarship & Information Sessions Year 10 students five-month exchange program to Europe, Japan or the U.S.A. To request a scholarship application kit email: scceaust@scce.com.au Applications due on Friday 16 April. Information Sessions: http://www.scce.com.au/www/368/1001127/displayarticle/1001189.html Kenvale College & Radisson Plaza Hotel High Flyers Program
Year 12 hospitality students
Two students will be awarded full scholarships to attend Kenvale College.
Contact Suzanne Tabone tabones@kenvale.edu.au or call (02) 9314 6213
Applications close 5 May. http://www.kenvale.edu.au/Text/1210653288739-5547/ Kenvale College Get Real Events Experience for Year 11 Students
One week work experience in a Sydney hospitality or events establishment
One full scholarship to study Hospitality and Event Management at Kenvale College Application Due Date: August 20, 2010 http://www.kenvale.edu.au/Text/1251680918648-2712/uploadedFiles/1267678591776-0683.pdf Sutherland Shire Council Get That Job Workshop
Date: 20/03/2010 Time: 10am - 2pm Location: University of Wollongong - Loftus Campus 15 - 19 year olds. Telephone: 9710 0155
Email Address: workshop@ssc.nsw.gov.au Careers Exploration Websites
Explore Careers is a great starting point. http://www.mhscareers.com/ExploreCareers.html CSU Single Subject Study and Open Entry
Build your own degree, one subject at a time.
On-time applications for Session 2 (July-October) 1 May
Final date for applications 1 June http://www.csu.edu.au/study/single-subject/ 2010 Aboriginal School Based Traineeship Program
200 trainees will earn a Certificate II in Business Services
A Career in the Sign Industry
Pre Vocational course, four days a week, nine week full-time program.
Term 2 at Ultimo TAFE
Adam Lucas 9217 3625, adam.w.lucas@tafensw.edu.au Paul Richards 9217 3613, paul.l.richards@tafensw.edu.au Governor-General’s Indigenous Student Teacher Scholarship Program
Scholarships will be awarded annually to one teacher education student from each state and territory with up to eight scholarships awarded each year. Students who have been successful in obtaining the scholarship will be awarded $25,000 per year, for up to four years, to assist with study costs.
Applications close 9 April 2010.
http://www.deewr.gov.au/Indigenous/Schooling/Programs/Pages/IndigenousTeacherScholarships.aspx Science in the City
16 - 18 August 2010 (high school) and 19 - 20 August (primary school)
Contact: The Australian Museum Phone: (02) 9320 6389 Website: www.scienceinthecity.net Science in the Suburbs
Bookings are essential for these popular activities and numbers are limited.
Science in the Suburbs at Sydney Olympic Park - High School Day - 25 May 2010 Science in the Suburbs at Sydney Olympic Park - Primary School Day - 26 May 2010 Science in the Suburbs at Londonderry - 03 June 2010 http://www.scienceinthesuburbs.net/ CATC offers vocational education in the fields of Graphic Design, Interior Design, and Photography. Careers Advisers interested in a school talk, please email ftracy@catc.edu.au to organize a date and time. Open Days 2010: April 9th, May 14th, September 10th, November 26th
www.catc.edu.au CATC 2 day workshops in Graphic Design, Interior Design, and Photography.
15/16 April, 8/9 July, 16/17 September.
T. 9251 0029
E. info@catc.nsw.edu.au
Job Guide 2010 will be available in April 2010. Secondary schools obtain copies of the Job Guide free of charge each year. This excellent careers resource can also be accessed from the mhscareers.com homepage or at http://www.jobguide.thegoodguides.com.au/ To purchase a copy contact: info@hobsons.com.au or www.Hobsons.com.au/bookshop Alliance People Solutions Short Courses
Business Administration - Mar, 15 2010 Penrith 4 Week/s Business Administration - Mar, 29 2010 Camden 4 Week/s Cheffing and Hospitality - Mar, 08 2010 Coffs Harbour 3 Week/s Construction / Carpentry (Indigenous) - Apr, 19 2010 Randwick 3 Week/s Customer Service and Hospitality - Mar, 15 2010 Grafton 4 Week/s Electrical - Jun, 14 2010 Warabrook 4 Week/s Hairdressing - Mar, 29 2010 Petersham 4 Week/s Hospitality and Cheffing - Mar, 22 2010 Mona Vale 4 Week/s Indigenous Business Administration - Mar, 15 2010 Glebe 5 Week/s http://alliancepeople.com.au Commercial Arts Training College Open Day April 9th.
2 day workshop April 15th/16th for years 10, 11 and 12 students interested in Graphic Design, Interior Design and Photography. To obtain a registration form for the workshop please email info@catc.nsw.edu.au http://www.catc.edu.au/ University of Western Sydney Information Evening
Monday 17 May from 5-8pm at Rosehill Gardens Event Centre. Information on studying at UWS, uni pathways to scholarships, student support services and admissions processes. Call 1300 897 669 or email study@uws.edu.au UAC News March 2010 can be seen at http://www.uac.edu.au/documents/publications/news/2010/March.pdf
Includes: UAC key dates for 2011 admissions
HSC and Careers Expo 2010 4-6 June
Medicine, Dentistry , Oral Health, Pharmacy, Optometry, & Vet Science entry requirements University news and updates (New courses and course changes) University Open Days for 2010 UMAT is for the selection of students into the medicine, dentistry and health science degree programs.
Registrations for UMAT2010 will open online in April 2010. Registration must be received at the UMAT Office by 5p.m. Friday 4 June 2010. Late registrations up to 5p.m. Friday 18 June, (late fee of AUD$55). It will NOT be possible to register for UMAT2010 after this date. UMAT2010 will be held on Wednesday 28 July 2010 http://umat.acer.edu.au Tell us about your dream job to win an iPod.
National Computer Science School Challenge
5 weeks starting on 2nd August.
University of Sydney Faculty of Engineering & Information Technologies Events
Discovering Engineering Day for Year 10 students - 23 April Subject Selection Evenings - 31 May, 3 & 8 June Science in the City - 10-12 August Degree in a Day - 30 September, 1 & 2 October Year 10 Summer Work Experience - November Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering Summer Workshop for High School Students - 8 December Contact Trish on T 9351 2131 or trish.dimasi@sydney.edu.au http://sydney.edu.au/engineering/ University of Wollongong Upcoming Events
Year 11 & 12 Open Night 16th June
Illawarra Year 10 Future Finder Evening 29th June
Shoalhaven Year 10 Future Finder Evening 30th June
Careers Advisers' Day 20th July
Campbelltown Year 12 Information Evening 24th August
Illawarra Year 12 Information Evening 31st August
Cronulla Information Evening 7th September
Southern Sydney Campus (formally Loftus) Information Evening September 2010 Date TBC
Shoalhaven Year 12 Information Evening 14th September
Julius Events College School Holiday Basics courses (Sydney)
5 – 16 April
For info or to enrol email moniquew@juliusmedia.com or call 02 9638-5955
http://www.juliusmedia.com/training/page.asp?ID=15 Social Work Careers Day, Westmead Hospital
Advance notice: 2010 dates are 11 & 19 May. More information in the next week or so. Academy of Dressmakers
In addition to the Cert II, III, IV they also offer Statement of Attainments for Alterations Courses - to learn to be Alteration Hands (6 months) and Pattern making courses (12month 1 day a week) Call Irene Makis on T 98853600 for more details or to arrange for a representative to visit your School. www.academyofdressmakers.com.au University of Newcastle HSC Music Day For Year 11 and 12 students
9am to 2.30pm on Thursday 29 April at Newcastle Conservatorium of Music
To register or for more information, contact Capree Gaul on 02 49215038 or email Capree.Gaul@newcastle.edu.au UBS Cadetships for Year 12 students.
Applications Open: Friday 19 March 2010 Applications Close: Friday 7 May 2010 University of Sydney HSC course: Mind and Morality
HSC philosophy course for Year 11.
Counts towards a degree at the University of Sydney.
Offered in Summer School at the University of Sydney
Or Semester One and Semester Two as an after-school program run in host schools. http://www.usyd.edu.au/future_students/mind_morality.shtml University of Notre Dame Open Day
The date of this event was incorrectly shown as 8 August. It is 28 August. http://www.nd.edu.au/sydney/future%20students/sydney_events.shtml AFTRS Special Effects for Teens
3 day film course, Apr 12-14
Academy of Dressmakers
New accredited courses (Certificate II, III and IV in Clothing Production) starting 19 April. School Holiday Courses run from April 12th-16th. Careers Advisors are encouraged to bring groups of interested students to the college. Please contact Elsie on (02) 9885 3600. 67 Harris Street Harris Park NSW 2150 (02) 9885 3600 info@dressmakingacademy.com.au www.dressmakingacademy.com.au Ella Baché College of Skin and Beauty Therapy Open Days
18/3, 20/3, 8/4, 10/4
Registration is essential T (02) 9432 5055.
Level 2, 77 Berry St North Sydney, NSW 2060 http://www.ellabachecollege.edu.au/ Careers in Sport One Day Courses
4 new dates have been added to the calendar: 13 Apr, 29 Jun, 7 & 14 Jul. Held at Sports House, 6A Figtree Drive Sydney Olympic Park NSW 2127. julie.stafford@sportnsw.com.au or call 8116 9737 or 0405 841 016
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NIDA Holiday Courses
6 April to 18 April, 3 July to 17 July, 25 September to 10 October
Online bookings available for the Autumn Holiday Program. Courses are available at NIDA and at other locations around Sydney. Ph: (02) 9697 7626 Fax: (02) 9313 6590 http://www.nida.edu.au/ABOUT-YOUTH-HOLIDAY-COURSES/default.aspx Sydney Dance Company School Holiday Workshops
6th to 9th April for ages 8 to 18.
$70 per day. Register: Phone 9258 4818 http://www.sydneydancecompany.com/studios/holiday-workshops/ ARTEXPRESS 2010 Exhibition Dates
Metropolitan & Regional venues: The Rocks (1/2-28/3), Gymea(5/2-21/3), Art Gallery of NSW(18/2-9/5), Sydney Olympic Park(2/3-25/4), Albury(12/3-2/5), Tamworth(29/4-31/5), Wollongong(1/5-30/5), Newcastle(15/5-1/8), Griffith(5/8-5/9), Taree/Manning(15/10-28/11).
University of Melbourne Access All Areas
9 April & 9 July, 9am - 2pm (followed by 30 minute residential college tours for registered participants)
Parkville campus T 03 8344 6543 or 1800 801 662
National Green Jobs Corps for 17-24 year olds. Work experience in new green and climate change industries. Centrelink Jobs Expos
Lismore, 19 March; Illawarra, 23 March; Central Coast, 30 March; Port Macquarie, 29 April; Ipswich, 21 May; Penrith, 10 June. Phone 13 2850 http://www.centrelink.gov.au/internet/internet.nsf/individuals/jobs_expos_09_about.htm University of New England Open Day
Armidale,May 7th Tocal Field Days
April 30th - May 2nd.
Tocal Agricultural Centre, Paterson, NSW 2421
T. 4939 8820 F. 4939 8807 W. www.tocalfielddays.com W. http://www.tocal.com Nepean Careers Market - 22/23 July
University of Western Sydney, Penrith Campus, Second Avenue, Kingswood.
Nepean careers forum market schools coordinator T (02) 4733-0155 E angelika.cornish@det.nsw.edu.au Australian Maritime College
$2.1 million to address skills shortages in Australia’s maritime industries. New and Improved Disability Employment Services
Services are uncapped, so that all eligible have immediate access.
There are no waiting lists.
http://www.deewr.gov.au/Employment/Programs/DES/Pages/default.aspx Student Fashion 2010
Powerhouse Museum until 30 May 2010. Showcases students’ work from Sydney-based fashion design schools.
Careers in Medical Research Seminar
Australian Society for Medical Research free seminar for years 10-12 students Thursday 10 June 2009 (9:30am-12pm) at the Powerhouse Museum, Sydney.
Reservations please email Dr Daniel Hermens: daniel.hermens@sydney.edu.au Website: http://www.asmr.org.au/MRWNSW.html ANU Open Day & Advisory Days
Open DaySaturday 28 August, 9am to 4pm Advisory Days: NSW - Sydney 22 May & 17 December, ACT 16 December
For other interstate Advisory Days:
http://info.anu.edu.au/studyat/Student_Recruitment/advisory UNSW On Campus Events
Open Day - 4 September 2010 Info Day - 4 January 2011 Year 10 Subject Selection Evenings - 10 & 12 May (Kensington) 17 May (Parramatta Riverside theatre) http://www.unsw.edu.au/futureStudents/undergrad/sad/careerevents.html MATRIX HSC STUDY GUIDE
Contemplating a career in medicine?
Important Information for Year 11 & 12 Students: http://www.amansw.com.au/content/view/377/156/ Notes from UNSW Careers Advisers Seminar 2010:
Introduction Entry by ATAR and HSC Plus. HSC Plus gives bonus points for HSC subjects relevant to the course applied for. HSC Plus is being updated (language study added) Elite Athletes and Performers/Leaders entry. 298 applied for 2010, 132 enrolled. Leaders should have done: Duke of Edinburgh's, debating, School Captain, etc. Elite students program available for entry to Law. (Can make a big difference!) Internal Transfers. Guaranteed transfer to Arts/Law from Arts with good enough marks. This is an important option for students who just miss out on entry to Arts/Law. Diploma of Science/Engineering/Technology and Diploma of Humanities are good options for students who took the wrong HSC subjects. Indigenous Students. The university gives entry to any that they think will succeed. 10 Indigenous students starting medicine this year. Aspire Program. Works with schools where usually no students get to university. 23 students have accepted places in 2010 from this program. Admissions Deferring changed last year. Now up to 2 years Popular Courses 2010: Commerce, Medicine, Law, SCIENCE, International Courses, Media (Communications & Journalism), Engineering/Commerce. B Science (Advanced Maths) and Medicinal Chemistry are 2 new 4 year courses. Arts/Social Sciences. Possible new programs (subject to approval) in 2011 B Media in Public Relations, Advertising & Political Communication. About "influencing people". New Scheme: UNSW Global Citizens. Extra recognition in addition to testamur for global studies. 2012 B Social Science 4 year degree with 2 majors. 4th year internship or honours option. B Arts or B Social Science guaranteed entry to B Commerce or from the degree to M Commerce if specific averages are achieved. Science. Climate Science - climate change careers. Jobs in: Research (CSIRO, BoM, Unis…), Industry (Geoengineering,…), Government (Local, state, Fed…), Finance (Carbon markets, insurance sector, ….) Australian School of Business. Demand far exceeds supply in IT job market. 20% of a banks operating expenditure goes on IT!. Need IT & Business skills so 4 year BIS/BCom is highly regarded. Coop Scholarships available. Paid work experience. IS curriculum is continually updated. Entry: Need HSC Plus and interview if ATAR below 90. Duke of Edinburgh's Award mentioned again as being highly regarded. www.sistm.unsw.edu.au Indigenous Entry. Winter School for Years 10, 11 & 12 in May. 1 week residential school. Preparatory Programs. 4 weeks in Nov/Dec for Year 12 going into Business, Social Work, Law and Medicine. Access Program for other degrees. Enabling Program runs for 1 year to prepare people for uni study. www.nuragili.unsw.edu.au Engineering. Surveying and Geoinformation Systems. Good job prospects. Good wages. Indoor/outdoor work. Fastest growing engineering graduate salary. More scholarships per head than any other school. Most students have jobs by the end of second year. Alternative entry via 2 Year Ad Diploma at TAFE. The presentations from the Careers Advisers Seminar can be seen here: http://www.unsw.edu.au/careers/sad/careeradvisers.html http://www.unsw.edu.au/ These notes are presented in good faith, but please check all facts with UNSW. Avondale College Open Day - June 9, 2010.
Registration closes June 1, 2010. International School of Aviation Australia, Hunter Valley
Trial instructional flights.
T 4252 8879 or email: isaa-enquiries@uow.edu.au
Freddy Fricke Scholarships
Maximum $10,000 each to talented young members of the Aboriginal community. The closing date for applications is Friday, February 26, 2010.
http://www.alc.org.au/community-benefits/freddy-fricke-scholarship.aspx Hairdressing Apprenticeships at Joh Bailey Salons
A number of positions available now for their City and Eastern Suburbs Salons.
Contact: Wendy Gaddes, Telephone: 02 93899468, E-mail: jbbondi@johbailey.com.au St Patrick's Business College
More Open Days: 8 August, 17 October & 14 November. Whitlam Institute What Matters? Competition.
For students in years 5 - 12
Entries close on April 30.
http://www.whitlam.org/the_program/what_matters_competition Letz Live Gap Year 2011
UWS New ArtsCentral Website & Who's Who of Law Website
Notre Dame Sydney Events 2010
29 March, Careers Advisers Day, Broadway Campus 12 May, Broadway Campus Course Information Evening 26 May, Darlinghurst Campus Course Information Evening 7 July, A Day in the Life of a University Student, Broadway Campus 9 July, A Day in the Life of a Nursing Student, Darlinghurst Campus 8 August, Open Day, Broadway Campus http://www.nd.edu.au/sydney/future%20students/sydney_events.shtml Qantm College Open Days
Animation, games design, games programming, interactive digital media, graphic design and digital video production
Sydney Open Day - Saturday 22nd May 2010
Melbourne Open Day - Saturday 6th March 2010 Brisbane Open Day - Saturday 22nd May 2010 www.qantm.com.au Sydney Film School (SFS) screens 10 short films at the Australian Institute of Music (AIM).
The films screened have been made by SFS students with the music composed by students at AIM Wednesday March 3 at 6pm, 1 - 51 Foveaux St, Darlingurst. Entry is FREE and all are welcome!
www.sydneyfilmschool.com Western Sydney Careers Expo
20th & 21st July at the University of Western Sydney, Parramatta.
Fiona Woods, Western Sydney Careers Expo Project Manager, 0407 914 279 Go to http://www.mhscareers.com/Term1Week52228February2010.html to see the full stories. MHSCAREERS.COM Login: student Password: please ask Ms. Hughes
Go to http://www.mhscareers.com/EventsCalendarj87hg5gh754322dfge45e8eikj765rfe34rfvbcnx544.html to see upcoming events. To receive these messages by email, register your email address at: http://www.mhscareers.com/EmailForm.html. Australian Catholic University Advisory Day for Career Advisers, Canberra 7 May Advisory Day for Career Advisers Sydney 27 May University Experience, Buzz with Business, North Sydney 24 May Social Justice Youth Forum, North Sydney 26 May University Experience, Canberra 6 July Student Nurse for a Day, North Sydney 13 July Environmental Scientist for a Day, North Sydney 13 July HSC Enrichment Program, Strathfield 14 – 15 July Exercise Scientist for a Day, Strathfield 15 July Open Day, North Sydney 28 August Open Day, Canberra 28 August Open Day, Strathfield 11 September Change of Preference Information Day, Strathfield 16 December Change of Preference Information Day, North Sydney 17 December Change of Preference Information Day, Canberra 17 December http://www.acu.edu.au Southern Cross University new Gold Coast campus Degrees in business, convention and event management, international tourism management and law and paralegal studies. http://www.scu.edu.au/ Australian Film Television & Radio School FRIDAY ON MY MIND - Every Friday at 5pm AFTRS Theatre, 130 Bent St, The Entertainment Quarter, Moore Park http://www.aftrs.edu.au/whats-on/friday-on-my-mind.aspx Modern awards set minimum conditions for employers and employees. http://www.fairwork.gov.au/Pay-leave-and-conditions/Awards/Pages/Modern-awards.aspx The Sir Colin Hines Scholarship assists the children of Vietnam veterans with their education. 15 awards will be made to undertake study at a University or TAFE. $1,200 plus a certificate to commemorate the award. Applications before Monday 29 March 2010 http://www.rslnsw.com.au/uploads/Sir%20Colin%20Hines%202009.pdf HSC Preparation Program in Economics, English, Maths, Science, Exam Preparation & Essay Writing. The Centre for Continuing Education at the University of Sydney. http://www.cce.usyd.edu.au/hsc+preparation Pearsons School of Floristry Info Sessions 30 Mar, 07 Apr, 21 Apr, & 29 Apr 2010 1.5 Hours at the City Campus www.pearsonsschool.com.au Lattitude Global Volunteering (formerly Gap Activity Projects) Applications for 2011 by Friday 14 May. http://www.lattitude.org.au The Diploma in Law is a cheaper pathway to legal practice. http://www.usyd.edu.au/lec/future/index.htm School Holiday CSI Workshops at The University of New South Wales The dates announced last year for the Spring Holidays have changed. Forensic Investigation Workshops & Cyber Crime Investigation Workshops Monday 27 September & Tuesday 28 September Wednesday 29 September & Thursday 30 September http://www.nsg.unsw.edu.au/CSI.html St Patrick's Business College Open Day Sunday, 13 June http://www.stpatsbuscol.com.au Australian Academy of Beauty and Spa Therapy Information Evening February 24th starting at 7.00 pm at Bella Vista & North Strathfield http://www.australianacademyofbeautytherapy.com Community Services and Health Industry Skills Council new website Careers that Matter! Careers That Matter incorporates the former Community Active Careers website. www.careersthatmatter.com.au Institute of Chartered Accountants ‘Cadetship Evening’ 13th of May from 4pm-7:30pm at the Convention Centre in Darling Harbour. Institute of Chartered Accountants ‘Meet the Business Leader’ 18th August from 4pm-7pm. For Year 10, 11 and 12 students. nicole.papworth@charteredaccountants.com.au http://www.charteredaccountants.com.au/students_calendar A national online survey for students: "Tell Us: Are you more than your marks?" Prizes include iPod touches, pocket cameras and education and learning opportunities. Tell Us is open from now until Friday 30 April. www.tellus.org.au Investing in Australia’s Young People. A stocktake of Australian Government initiatives for young people. http://www.youth.gov.au/Documents/InvestingInYoungPeople.pdf "My Guide" has been updated. Great site to investigate careers that may suit you as an individual. http://www.myfuture.edu.au/ Graduate Opportunities 2010 directories now available. For university students but also a valuable resource for high school students. www.graduateopportunities.com Go to http://www.mhscareers.com/Term1Week52228February2010.html to see the full stories. MHSCAREERS.COM Login: student Password: please ask Ms. Hughes Go to http://www.mhscareers.com/EventsCalendarj87hg5gh754322dfge45e8eikj765rfe34rfvbcnx544.html to see upcoming events. To receive these messages by email, register your email address at: http://www.mhscareers.com/EmailForm.html The Sydney Royal Easter Show 1-14 April
Volunteering - Volunteers are an essential part of The Show, and it’s the experience of a lifetime!
Employment - The RAS offers a broad range of challenging and rewarding employment opportunities in the lead up to and during the 2009 Show.
Questacon Smart Moves Invention Convention
5 day program for up to 30 Australian high school students. 5 – 9 July. Applications close 30th April. Workshops and activities: marketing, resources, business planning, intellectual property and sustainability.
Evening visits to major Canberra attractions such as Questacon and the CSIRO Discovery Centre.
iconvention@questacon.edu.au
Questacon Smart Moves Invention Convention, Location Code 940, PO Box 5322, Kingston ACT 2604 http://smartmoves.questacon.edu.au/inventionconvention/ Au Pair in the USA Info Meetings.
11/02/2010 ONLINE MEETING T. 1800-677-373
Other meetings in Feb/Mar around Australia.
Antipodeans Abroad Information Nights
GapBreak/UniBreak Information Nights in Feb/Mar/Apr around Australia.
French (6 May) & German (13 May) Immersion Information Nights.
Careers Expos online for each state:
http://www.eocexpo.com.au/onlineexpo/ Notes from the 2010 Pacific Maritime Expo.
Careers for Young People in Maritime and Defence Industries
held at Darling Harbour on 29 January 2010.
Download: http://www.mhscareers.com/2010PME.html
NSW Sports Federation Schools Courses
Careers in Sport Workshops & Event Management in Sport Workshops
Sports House, 6A Figtree Drive Sydney Olympic Park
julie.stafford@sportnsw.com.au or call 8116 9740 or 0405 841 016
AFTRS Introduction to Radio 13 - 17 year olds
2 day holiday workshop. April 12/13th. APPLICATIONS CLOSE: Mar 26 2010 http://aftrs.edu.au/courses/course-search/open-course-detail.aspx?id=3741 Careers in Sport Book, $18.50.
julie.stafford@sportnsw.com.au or call 0405 841016.
What’s wrong with a career in hospitality?
This research shows that despite much more labour market demand for hospitality, students prefer a career in events management.
http://www.ncver.edu.au/publications/2217.html The Fashion & Textile Gallery aims to be a centre of excellence for the Fashion Industry.
Raffles College of Design and Commerce New Degree - Bachelor of Accountancy.
Flying Fish Preview Event Wed 24 Mar
Yachting: Try Sailing in Sydney Dates available throughout the year.
http://www.flyingfishonline.com Whitehouse Institute of Design Dates to remember...
Jun 25-26 | Sydney Campus Open Days Jun 28 | Melbourne Campus Winter Workshops commence Jul 5 | Sydney Campus Winter Workshops commence Aug 1 | 2011 Bachelor of Design Applications Open Aug 8 | Melbourne Campus Open Day Sep 20 | Brisbane City Workshops commence Nov 22-23 | Sydney Campus Graduate Exhibition & Parade Nov 29-30 | Melbourne Campus Graduate Exhibition & Parade http://whitehouse-design.edu.au/ International Virtual Careers Fair (IVCF) 16-25 August 2010.
For international employers to communicate with international students studying in Australia, as well as Australian students wishing to pursue a career overseas.
Kathy Unger, Sales & Marketing Manager, at +61 7 3865 3165 / 0422 100 763 or kathy.unger@graduatecareers.com.au
Express IT Quality Training and a Guaranteed Job in IT.
Information Session at our Sydney Campus:
06:00 pm - 07:30 pm, Wednesday 17th Feb 2010 Also sessions in Brisbane & Melbourne.
AOPA and Airservices Australia Flying Training Scholarships.
Applications close on 30 April. RFACA LEARN TO FLY SCHOLARSHIP COMPETITION
Closing Date: 23rd February. GERRIC gifted student holiday workshops at UNSW.
grade 7-10 (12-16 years)
April and July Programs.
Basair's Airline Pilot Career Workshops.
2 days at Bankstown Airport, or an overnight workshop at Cessnock Airport (Hunter Valley) campus. Dates in Apr, Jul, Sep, Oct, & Dec.
Trial Introductory Flights.
Kenvale College Horizons career nights
For talented hospitality students meet top professionals in the hospitality and events industry.
These events are by invitation to students through their hospitality teacher or careers advisor. Feb 25 Tamworth, Mar 10 Bathurst, Mar 24 Wagga, July 22 Sydney
Macarthur Business and Lifestyle Expo
17th and 18th April from 10am – 4pm
For more details: enquiries@macarthurexpo.com.au http://www.macarthurexpo.com.au NSW Police Force Career Day 2010
Sunday 21 February 2010, 10am to 4pm NSW Police College, McDermott Drive, GOULBURN http://www.police.nsw.gov.au/recruitment/events Volunteering is a great way to make a contribution to Australian society AND to get some work experience AND it looks good on your resume. National Volunteer Week - 10 – 16 May 2010 http://www.volunteeringaustralia.org National Youth Week will run from 10-18 April.
National Youth Week ‘ourspace’ Launch CompetitionThe Sydney Morning Herald HSC and Careers Expo The Pavilion at Randwick Racecourse Friday 4 June 10am-4pm, Saturday 5 and Sunday 6 June 10am-5pm http://www.hscandcareers.com.au/ Pharmacy Expo Sydney Convention & Exhibition Centre, Darling Harbour. Friday 4 June - Sunday 6 June 2010. http://www.pharmacyexpo.com.au/ JMC Academy OPEN DAY Brisbane: Sat 13 Feb. http://www.jmcacademy.edu.au UMAT2010 will be held on Wednesday 28 July 2010 YOU SHOULD TAKE THIS TEST IF YOU ARE CONSIDERING TAKING MEDICINE, DENTISTRY OR HEALTH SCIENCE PROGRAMS AT UNIVERSITY IN 2011. http://umat.acer.edu.au Shortcuts, a film festival for young filmmakers from Western Sydney. Saturday 10th April 2010 For more information contact shortcuts@pyt.com.au http://www.pyt.com.au/pyt/ . Create a video, audio or photographic presentation. http://youthweek.com/ Young Endeavour Youth Scheme - applications for voyages in 2010 accepted from the 1 Jan – 28 Feb.
Apply at www.youngendeavour.gov.au or phone 1800 020 444 for an application pack.
Open days 2010: 20 March – Hobart, 24 July – Airlie Beach,
12 September – Brisbane, 6 November – Melbourne, 21 November – Adelaide
www.youngendeavour.gov.au Nursing and Health Expos will be held on the following dates:
•28 March 2010 - Adelaide, SA •18 April 2010 - Melbourne, VIC •16 May 2010 - Sydney, NSW •6 June 2010 - Brisbane, QLD •27 June 2010 - Hobart, TAS •25 July 2010 - Perth, WA •8 August 2010 - Canberra, ACT http://www.rcna.org.au/development/expos smARTarts 2010 Youth Arts & Cultural Festival
Saturday 17 April 2010, 12:30pm - 6:30pm Artists, performers & volunteers needed.
Contact Tamara on 9245 1503, email: tkillick@cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au
http://www.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au/pinestreet/YouthProgram/smartArts.html SEEK Volunteer brings volunteers and the organisations seeking them together.
Indonesian Scholarship Program to study Bahasa Indonesia, arts, music and crafts.
Study in one of 45 different universities in Indonesia.
Jobs for Aboriginal people at the RTA
Trainees, apprentices, road workers, cultural and heritage advisors, program managers and road safety advisors, to name a few.
Positions are based all over the State – in cities and regional areas.
Jobs advertised in Koori Mail and National Indigenous Times, local papers and RTA website:
New web address for Toni&Guy International School of Hairdressing.
http://www.sit.nsw.edu.au/hairdressing/toniandguy/ National Career Development Week 2010, 17 to 23 May 2010.
New & Improved NCDW Website. http://www.ncdw.com.au Sydney Science Forum 2010.
Four FREE public science lectures on 28/4, 15/9, 6/10, 20/10. Eastern Avenue Auditorium, The University of Sydney. http://www.science.usyd.edu.au/outreach/forum/index.shtml Year 12 – What Next?
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