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 CAREERS WEBPAGE    Contact Details: Careers News
Vol 2 Term 3 2010
This newsletter may also be accessed from the school home page.
School Career Events Events Job Vacancies Year12 Matters
Parents Helpful websites
Events
University Open days
Saturday 4th september UNSW and sat 11th sept macquarie Uni.. All year 12 boys planning to go to Uni must go! I also strongly suggest yr 10 and 11 students also attend. Parents ARE WELCOME. See page 13 of the UAC book for dates & websites for times.
School to TAFE Expo – Meadowbank Tafe Tuesday September 14th 2 sessions 6pm and 6.30pm. Block P Ground Floor See St Meadowbank. Find out more about career and study pathway options. Speak with teachers, and course counsellors. Parents & students welcome. Book early 9942 3073 or 9942 3511.
corrective services academy open day eastwood – September 4th 11-3pm 66 Terry Rd Eastwood. There will be Corrective Services Recruiting and Justice Health representatives onsite to answer any career questions for those interested in a career in the criminal justice system.
year 12 matters
Looking for a job? ACE Learning centres at Pennant Hills are looking for Year 12 students to tutor English & Maths on a casual/part time basis. For more information and contact details see the Careers office door. Prefer students with 3U maths & or Advanced English.
Want to kick start your career in finance? Each year the teachers credit union employs school leavers who are interested in gaining experience with the finance industry. The credit union offers a traineeship program. Sarting package of $43K Contact the Teachers Credit Union for more details.
mastering the exams – final session! Sunday 12th September at Sydney university between 10-2pm. Free! However a $5 donation is asked for to give to the Fred Hollows Foundation. Bookings are essential at www.tsfx.com.au/nsw receive exam tips, exam strategies. Lectures given by qualified currently practising HSC teachers and markers.
Sydney Uni Scholarship program for the faculty of Economics & Business – There is a range of scholarships opportunities available for 2011. Ranging in value up to $15,000. Students with an interest in economics and business as well as a strong affiliation with extra curricula activities in sport, fundraising, mentoring & public speaking should apply. Aug 1st Applications opened 30th Sept applications close. See www.sydney.edu.au/scholarships/school
audit office of nsw cadetship – For students interested in Accounting. Commencing salary is $32,824. Appointment is subject to getting an ATAR that allows admission to an accounting degree. Applications close September 19th. See additional info on www.audit.nsw.gov.au or phone Katie 9275 7276. Brochures also available from careers office.
professional cadetships australia – are pleased to announce the launch of ‘furthernet’ a new initiative designed to create career opportunities for young people. It is a free online talent Network for Yr 11 and 12 students and university graduates who are keen to pursue a career in business, economics or finance. See www.furthernet.com.au
UTS Faculty of Science School Recommendation scheme- Are you thinking of doing B.Science, B.Science in Marine Biology, B.Mathematics & Finance, or a B.Mathemmatics & Computing? You could be guaranteed a place in these courses and receive a $1000 scholarship for 3 yrs. Nominated students for the science programs are expected to receive 75% or higher in three subjects – two science and mathematics. Nominated students for maths programs need 75% or higher in Maths ext 1 and 1 science subject. Nominations must be done by the school by Sept 24th. See me if interested!
Macquarie university preferred Admission Scheme – Mq Uni through its School Partners Program is offering two students of each Partner School a selection Bonus of 5 ATAR points for enrolment into programs of study in 2010. The scheme aims to assist students whose ATAR score may not reflect their ability to succeed in their chosen field of study at university level. Visit the preferred Admissions Scheme page of the school partner’s website to read more and download an application form.
University of canberra (UC) Principals recommendation Scheme – This scheme provides current Yr 12 students with an opportunity to secure an offer into university in December. UC recognises that the ATAR is not always the best measure of university success therefore if the principal recognises that a student has the aptitude to go on to uni they can recommend their student’s to this program. Closing date is Sept 30th Applicants do not need to be eligible for an ATAR. See UC website or careers office. Notre Dame Uni also has an early entry scheme.
Australian catholic University (ACU) – Early Achievers Program (EAP) This program recognises the achievements and contributions made by prospective students to their communities – through school, church, sport or cultural organisations. They also welcome students with ability and enthusiasm to succeed – often not reflected in a student’s ATAR. EAP applications may be made between Aug 1 and Sept 30. Brochures available at careers office or see ACU website www.acu.edu.au/counts or ph 9701 4031. Minimum ATAR necessary is 58.8 Offers made late October.
Ever felt like running away and joining a circus????- You can!!! To the National Institute of Circus Arts. Applications close Sept 3 see www.nica.com.au
Looking for an Apprenticeship? See www.apprenticepower.com or ph 1800 297 762 Connects apprentices with employers in a wide range of industries.
Australian institute of Quantity surveyors Scholarships – Applications close Sept 1. For students qualifying for entry to courses such as Construction Economics, Construction Management or other accredited courses.
Billy Blue School of Design – This is probably the best place to study Graphic Design in Sydney. Open day Sept 18th 11-2. 171 Pacific Highway North Sydney.
Automotive, Technical & parts Apprenticeships – Vantage Automotive Pty Ltd can help you. Look on www.vantageautomotive.com Apprenticeships with dealers in Jaguars, Audi, Volkswagen, Volvo, Mazda, Landrover etc.
UWS Triple Advantage Scheme –As EBHS is in the greater west of Sydney you will achieve 5 bonus points towards a course at UWS plus they have subject bonus points and an Early Offer Program. Students may gain up to 10 bonus points and may receive an offer in early January. You will receive a letter in the mail over the next few weeks or see UWS website.
University of new England Early Entry Scheme: This program relies on the school assessing your ability to cope with study at University rather than your ATAR. The assessment is based around your personal attributes, ability to learn and work independently as well as your overall potential as a uni student. Applications are now open. See me for more info or an application form. UNE scholarship information available at www.une.edu.au/scholarships
University of Wollongong Early Entry Scheme: Early Entry available for Arts, Commerce, Creative Arts, Education, Engineering, Health and Behavioural Science, Law, Science. Applications open now and close Sept 1st. Applicants assessed on academic record, and other criteria such as interview &/or portfolio. Information available at careers office or ph 4221 5732.
RTA Positions – Apply Now!
The Roads & Traffic Authority is now recruiting for various entry level positions commencing in January 2011 including apprenticeships, traineeships & cadetships. All applications close 10 September. See RTA website.
Qantas Engineering Apprenticeship program- See www.qantas.com.au /careers Click on ‘visit Qantas careers website’! Applications close soon!
Lift your ATAR & Study Engineering@UTS!Through bonus points and the submission of an online questionnaire, you can lift your ATAR for entry into an Engineering course at the University of Technology Sydney. Questionnaires must be submitted by 30 November.
csu Science scholarships - Charles Sturt University offers you a helping hand to start your career in science via lucrative scholarships worth $4 000pa for on campus applicants in selected science courses. Min ATAR 80+ or equivalent. 2011 Applications open 1/10 & close 13/12.
Yr 10-12 Information
Are you interested in a career in Environmental Science? The Bayerboost environmental scholarship is open to all Australian secondary students in Yr 11 or 12 interested in a career in environmental science. The scholarship will give the students the opportunity to take on a research project in a university during the summer holidays. The Bayerboost website www.bayerboost.com.au has all the info on how to apply or brochures available from the careers office. Scholarship worth $5000 for a yr 12 student who will work for 10 weeks and $300 for 2 students (yr 11 or 12) who will work for 6 weeks.
Macquarie Uni be a uni student for a Day – September 30 for yr 10,11 and 12. http://www.mq.edu.au/uniinaday
job interviews from the other side!
So you thought the process of going for interviews was tough!!! Here are a few tips and clues of how the interviewers VIEW you!
like mathematics – possible jobs: maths teacher, optometrist, radiologist, meteorologist, statistician, stockbroker, town planner, market researcher, actuary, financial analyst, quantity surveyor, banker, mathematical geologist, financier, physical oceanographer.
possible employers – Accenture, Woolworths, treasury, ANZ, Bureau of Statistics, Defence Force, bureau of Meteorology, Centrelink, CBA, Deloitte, Ford motor Company, Linfox, Railcorp, Aerospace Corp, Boeing, NASA, Suncorp, Insurance Companies.
Thinking of doing an environmental course? Possible jobs – Secondary teacher, Entomologist, Sustainability Consultant, Environmetal Specialist, Forest education Officer, Toxicology Consultant, Water Treatment Consultant, and Environmental Research Scientist.
possible employers – CSIRO, BHP, Local councils, Bluescope steel, Ernst & Young, George Weston Foods, Lend Lease, Orica, RTA, Sydney Water, Theiss, Unilever,Visy.
Thinking of Biomedical Science? possible jobs – Cytologist, biochemist, microbiologist,secondary teacher, cancer research, gene therapy, infectious disease diagnostics, embryology, biological oceanographer, geneticist, pathologist.
possible employers – Childrens Medical research Institute, Hospitals, Accenture, ANZ bank, Defence Force, Foreign Affairs Dept, KPMG, Fire Brigade, PWC, Unilever.
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