Students in NSW and the ACT have the opportunity to win cash prizes and donate money to their favourite charity in the Charles Sturt University’s (CSU) 2010 Making a Difference competition.

The Charles Sturt University School of Humanities and Social Sciences Social Justice Innovation Award offers you the platform to write about Making a Difference and gives you the chance to win an opportunity of a lifetime… fame, publication, money, a donation to your favourite charity and a fantastic headstart for the future!

Four major winners will each receive a $250 cash prize. In addition, Charles Sturt University will make a donation of $250 to the charity of choice of the winners (subject to certain conditions). You really will make a difference!!!

KPMG is a leading provider of audit, tax and advisory services and offers industry insight to help organisations negotiate risks and perform in dynamic and challenging business environments.

Each year they offer career opportunities to school leavers through KPMG’s Cadetship Recruitment program in our Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide and Perth offices. It’s a way of working and studying towards a professional career simultaneously and opens the door to exciting and rewarding opportunities with one of the world’s leading professional services firms.

If you’re a year-12 student, school’s almost out for the final time. You’ll soon be making important choices about your further education and preferred career path.

KPMG’s Cadetship Recruitment Program is an option worth considering. Here’s how it works. 

• A cadetship placement is available to students intending to study for a commerce or business degree majoring in accounting or information systems.
• It involves working full time and studying part time for the first 2 years. KPMG helps with substantial study leave and time off to attend lectures.
• In the third and fourth years, a cadet attends university full time and works during vacations. Vacation income is supplemented by a weekly allowance.
• Cadetships are offered only by our Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide, Brisbane and Perth offices.

Some offices offer a different program structure. Under this structure, cadets study full time from February to June of each year. From July to January they work full time and study part time. Study leave and allowances are similar to the first program structure.

 Under both programs, cadets will commence permanent full-time employment with KPMG on graduation.

Applications for the 2011 Cadet Program for Brisbane, Melbourne and Sydney opened on 3 May 2010. 

Sydney closing date 23rd June
Brisbane closing date 17th June

On Tuesday 18 may 2010 from 6.00pm-8.00pm JMC Academy in Sydney will be holding a two-hour dedicated Bass Guitar Workshop for High School Students

Conducted by legendary bass guitarists:

Phil Scorgie Jazz Bass
Leon Gaer Session Bass Player
Rick Grossman Rock: Hoodoo Gurus

A brilliant opportunity to learn from guitar legends. Cost $10.00 per student. All students receive a certificate of acknowledgement upon completion of the workshop.

To view and print a hard copy of the flyer and booking form go to
http://www.jmcacademy.edu.au/news_detail.cfm?id=46

The Royal Society of New South Wales is one of the oldest learned societies in the southern hemisphere. Its main function is to promote science in all its aspects and to link the disciplines of science to each other and to other elements of human endeavour. Membership of The Royal Society of New South Wales is open to anyone interested in the pursuit of these ideals. The special category of Student Member encourages science scholarship among young people.

The inaugural Public Lecture of the new Central West Branch is to be held on Friday 14th May 2010 at the Orange Art Gallery, commencing at 6pm. The lecture will be delivered by Professor Ray Norris. He will be talking about "How Australian Radio-Astronomy will solve the Origin of Galaxies". 

In developing the program of public lectures, the objective has been to attract a wide audience ranging from high school students and staff, professionals in government and non-government organisations, medical professionals, as well as TAFE and University students and staff.

The My Career Website has undergone some changes designed to make your job seeking easier. If you are actively seeking work, you should check it out.

Changes include:

• A bigger, more prominent job search box that's impossible to miss
• A link to Head Hunter straight from the home page, so there's no excuse not to have employers find you.
• Every time you return to the site it will remember what types of jobs you were looking for and let you know about a selection of the latest jobs that match your criteria!

http://mycareer.com.au

Autostart - A Step Towards An Automotive Career

Looking for a job as an apprentice mechanic? MTA's friendly, energetic team of experts can advise you on the best motor mechanic career options in NSW. They'll also match you to the most rewarding mechanic apprenticeship positions in the industry.

Apprenticeships and traineeships are available in the following areas:
* Light Vehicle
* Heavy Vehicle
* Motor Cycle
* Paint & Panel
* Marine
* Auto Electrical
* Car Detailing
* Parts Interpreter

If you are interested in trying out the industry or gaining valuable knowledge and training in automotive before committing to an apprenticeship, Autostart can offer you a host of automotive pre-apprenticeship programs. And best of all, they're free!

The Autostart basic program is a 6 week automotive pre-apprenticeship course that'll help kick start your career in mechanics. The course gives you the opportunity to develop a solid background in motor mechanics and covers various subjects including diagnostics, cooling systems and electrics. This is a fantastic opportunity for highly motivated, aspiring motor mechanics interested in gaining a competitive advantage in the automotive industry.

Autostart courses will run in Sydney Metropolitan areas later in the year. Keep an eye on the website for details. http://www.autostart.com.au

MTA Apprenticeships Plus
Suite 22-25 Level 1, 181 Church Street
Parramatta NSW 2150
Phone: 02 9891 6900
Email: info@mtaplus.com.au

http://www.mtaplus.com.au

Registrations Now Open

The Honeywell Engineering Summer School (HESS) 2010 will run from Sunday, 5 December 2010 to Friday, 10 December 2010.

HESS 2010 will bring together 100 students from across NSW and ACT who are about to enter their final year of high school (Year 12) and who are faced with choices which will influence their future careers.

Successful applicants will spend 6 days living at Sydney University Village. During HESS 2010, students will attend lectures/demonstrations at the following Universities: University of New South Wales, University of Sydney, University of Technology, Sydney, University of Western Sydney, University of Wollongong. Through these interactive sessions, HESS will provide students with valuable insights into the many aspects of a wide range of engineering disciplines. Along with attending university lectures, there will be industrial visits where students can see the different engineering disciplines at work.

Students will meet and interact with professional engineers employed by government, private companies, researchers and academics in a wide range of engineering disciplines. They will gain valuable insight into career opportunities available to men and women in engineering. Visits to industry will provide a valuable opportunity to gain first hand experience in the role of Professional Engineers in a wide range of activities, including the management of major projects.

Rotary Clubs, with their continuing interest in the youth of Australia, provide invaluable assistance in selecting students to participate in HESS 2010. Rotary will be assisted by school principals, teachers and Neighbourhood Engineers in the student selection process.  However, applications do not have to be made through Rotary.

Cost
The cost to attend HESS 2010 will be $670 (incl. GST). If selected to attend, this amount will need to be paid prior to the commencement of the School. This cost covers all meals, accommodation and transport while attending HESS 2010. Travel expenses from home to Sydney and return are the responsibility of the student.

Please note that applications are accepted on a first come, first served basis so please register early to avoid disappointment.

For more information please contact Aimee Najdovski on 02 9410 5613 or anajdovski@engineersaustralia.org.au ,
or access the HESS brochure via http://www.engineersaustralia.org.au/divisions/sydney-division/schools-programs/schools-programs_home.cfm#honeywell

Acting Drop In

A single acting class for newcomers to ACTT. It’s a chance to try an acting class for the very first time, and to top-up on some fun. Based on confidence and imagination building exercises and improvisation games, a drop-in class is an ideal way to "test the waters" and to help choose the best eight week course for you.

Main Pitt St Campus » Saturday 29th May 2010, 10:30 AM

Main Pitt St Campus » Monday 21st Jun 2010, 6:30 PM

Information about all courses offered at ACTT will be discussed during these classes. These acting classes are combined with an information session about the college and our courses. This free workshop allows you to ask all the questions you have been dying to, as well as the chance to participate in acting exercises – fun guaranteed!

http://www.actt.edu.au

Discover Engineering

Discover Engineering provides students with the opportunity to learn more about engineering and what it involves.

This forum is for all students in Years 10, 11 and 12, who are interested in engineering as a career choice, and provides the students with the opportunity to network with engineers, engineering professionals, and engineering univeristy students. There will be activities aimed at providing a taste of skills that engineering requires. The following areas will be addressed throughout the day:

* Why be an engineer?
* What do engineers do?
* Engineering as a career
* Examples of engineering projects
* How do you become an engineer?

Date: 3rd June 2010
Location: Caringbah High School

Registration:

* Register online to attend this event
* Send the registration form via email to David Silvestre
* Fax the registration form to (02) 9410 0000

http://www.engineersaustralia.org.au/divisions/sydney-division/schools-programs/schools-programs_home.cfm#honeywell

UMAT Preparation
Practice Materials are available in the form of e-books: UMAT Practice Test 1 and UMAT Practice Test 2. 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 this website 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

Are you enrolled in Year 12 HSC or Year 11 Preliminary HSC Music?

The Conservatorium Open Academy is proud to present 2 one-day workshops presented by highly experienced HSC Music teachers, curriculum writers and markers – Dr John Terry and Julie Montague. Students will benefit from expert training and revision aimed at achieving their best results in HSC Music.

Material covered will include the HSC written papers, aural and sight-singing, composition, viva voce and instrumental performances. Music teachers are encouraged to enrol their students in this great opportunity for holiday revision and learning.

An opportunity will also be provided for students to discuss future applications for tertiary study at The Con with SCM Student Administration.

Thursday 15th July – Music 2 & Extension
Friday 16th July – Music 1

Applications close Wednesday 30th June 2010

Contact: Allan Scott-Rogers, Administration
Phone: 02 9351 1207
Email: music.openacademy@sydney.edu.au
For further details, visit the website.

http://sydney.edu.au/music/openacademy/young_academy/hsc_workshops_2010.shtml

Science & Mathematics at UNSW - Parent & Student Information Nights
The Faculty of Science invites parents and their Year 11 or Year 12 sons or daughters to attend an Information Evening on Science and Mathematics at UNSW.

Date: Thursday, 27 May 2010
Location: Leighton Hall, The John Niland Scientia Building UNSW
Times:
6.00pm - 6.30pm - Registration
6.30pm - 7.30pm - Presentation
7.30pm - 8.30pm - Refreshments

Program

• Introducing the Faculty of Science
• Overview of Science programs
• Career Opportunities
• Scholarships and Prizes
• Student Life at UNSW
• Opportunity to speak with our current students, academic and admission staff.

Registration is essential. Visit the website for online registration and further information.

For further enquiries please contact Renee Falvey
T: 02 9385 7307
E: r.falvey@unsw.edu.au

http://www.science.unsw.edu.au/parent-student-night-2010

Macquarie Uni HSC Enrichment Program 2010

Macquarie University will be holding HSC Enrichment Programs to assist high school students in preparing for their HSC examinations. These exciting one-day programs will be for Year 12 students doing their Higher School Certificate in NSW and the ACT in 2010. The Program will be presented by Macquarie University academics on core and elective subject areas of the HSC Chemistry and Physics syllabus.

Physics HSC Enrichment Day - Tuesday 13th July
The day will consist of 5 lectures by expert academics from the Department of Physics on the core topics of the HSC Syllabus followed by a choice of two optional lectures, one on Astrophysics or one on From Quanta to Quarks. Each participant will receive a booklet containing the study notes.
Cost: $60 (inc. GST, morning tea/afternoon tea)

Chemistry HSC Enrichment Day - Wednesday 14th July
The day will consist of 6 lectures by expert academics from the Department of Chemistry and Biomolecular Sciences on core topics of the HSC syllabus, along with an optional lecture on the elective Shipwrecks, Corrosion and Conservation (by popular demand). Each lecturer will discuss key concepts, past exam questions and give advice on model answers taking into consideration markers' comments from previous HSC papers. All of this information presented will be provided as a booklet to each participant upon registration on the day. This will be a valuable study resource.
Cost: $60 (inc. GST, morning tea/afternoon tea)

Registrations close on Friday 2nd July 2010.
Further information and online registration available on the website.

Contact: Caroline Taouk, Science and Technology Liaison Officer  
Phone: (02) 98507383
Email: caroline.taouk@mq.edu.au

http://www.futurestudent.mq.edu.au/undergraduate/MoreInformation/Events/hscenrichment/index.html

Interested in a Farming Career? Consider Tocal College.

Tocal College, located North of Maitland NSW, provides a unique blend of agricultural training and practical experience for school leavers and other people who may be interested in rewarding careers in agriculture. Year 10, 11 or 12 school leavers can gain a practical pathway to careers in agriculture or gain credit in a variety of university degrees.

The aim of Tocal is to train students for farming or related industries by focusing on industry-relevant issues. In addition, Tocal fosters student personal development by enhancing communication skills, teamwork and appropriate attitudes. Students are able to choose a full-time, part-time or self-study program.

Tocal Commercial Farms
Tocal is the only Industry & Investment NSW college with large commercial farms that offer students the practical edge to career entry. Students gain broad experience on the Tocal farms that run:
* Up to 1500 beef cattle
* Over 100 Australian stock horses
* 200 dairy cows
* 300 sheep for prime lamb and wool production
* Five poultry sheds produce up to 1,000,000 chickens per year
* A network of cooperating farmers throughout NSW and Queensland support full-time students in gaining practical farm experience.

Courses
* If you study at Tocal for one year and fulfil the requirements of the course you will be awarded the Certificate III in Agriculture or Certificate III in Horse Husbandry
* In two years you can complete a Certificate IV in Agriculture ;
* If you would like to leave Tocal with a Diploma of Agriculture, you can complete extra units in your spare time which will count towards a Diploma. Successful completion of the Diploma provides considerable credit towards a Degree at several Australian universities [details].

College Open Days
Prospective students and their families are invited to visit the College during the school holidays. The Open days are designed to allow you to find out more about College life, the courses and to meet the College staff. The 2010 open days are July 9th and 16th, October 1st and 8th. The program for the day will be:
10.00am - morning tea
10.30am - talk on courses and employment opportunities
12.00pm - lunch available ($8.00), please book
1.30pm - tour of college farms

For more information and to make bookings for lunch please contact Tocal:
Phone: 1800 025 520 or 02 4939 8888
Email info@tocal.com
Mail: Tocal College, PATERSON NSW 2421, Australia

http://www.tocal.nsw.edu.au

National Youth Science Forum 2011

The National Youth Science Forum is designed specifically for those bright young Australians who will be tomorrow’s leaders in the sciences. It can really open your eyes to some extraordinary possibilities and give you a head start. If this sounds like you then why not apply?

Who should apply?
If you are presently in Year 11, a permanent resident of Australia and are considering tertiary studies in science, engineering or related areas at an Australian university then you are eligible to apply.

This program introduces students to research and researchers, encourages the achievement of excellence in all their undertakings and helps them to develop their communication and interpersonal skills. The NYSF program consists of a mix of scientific, formal, personal development, and social activities. These range from laboratory visits to sports evenings and from a bush dance to group dynamics.

The forum is fully residential and takes place in January at the Australian National University. The 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 throughout Australia which will be of value for the whole of their lives.

2011 Session Dates:
A. Monday 3^rd January 2011 – Saturday 15^th January 2011 
B. Monday 10^th January 2011 – Saturday 22^nd January 2011
C. Monday 17^th January 2011 – Saturday 29^th January 2011

Rotary Clubs around Australia work with the NYSF to select participants.
APPLICATIONS CLOSE 30 MAY 2010.

Visit the website for further information and to apply online.
Phone: 02 6125 2777
Email: nysf@nysf.edu.au

http://www.nysf.edu.au

AFS Experience Japan Scholarships

AFS is an international, voluntary, non-governmental, non-profit organisation that provides intercultural learning opportunities to help people develop the knowledge, skills and understanding needed to create a more just and peaceful world.

Experience Japan is a program funded by the Japanese Government, introduced to create solidarity and mutual understanding through youth exchange within the Asia Pacific region. As part of the Experience Japan Program, 240 full scholarships valued at $8,000 each, will be offered to high school students aged between 15-18 years of age across Australia, including 15 Indigenous student scholarships and 24 teacher scholarships.

This scholarship program is a 14 day cultural exchange to Japan and 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.

Go to the website for further information and to apply online.

Programs Enquiry Line: 1300 131 736

Email: ausafs@afs.org

Website: http://www.afs.org.au

Sydney Cricket Ground Work Experience
The Sydney Cricket & Sports Ground Trust offers Work experience to secondary school students. Students are required to complete an application form in order to be considered for the work experience program at the Trust.

Acceptance of students to the Work Experience Program will be subject to the submission of appropriate documentation inclusive of the relevant Insurance Policy from the school which must be submitted and approved prior to commencement of the program.

The Trust has two work experience programs; an Administration, Events and Operations Program, covering various aspects of administration and event preparation within a dynamic venue, and a Grounds and Maintenance Program.

For the Administration, Events and Operations Program, please contact:
Manager - Human Resources
Ph: 02 9380 0359
Email: hradmin@scgt.nsw.gov.au

For the Grounds and Maintenance Program, please contact:
Michelle Wolfenden
PA General Manager of Properties
Ph: 02 9380 0165
Email: mwolfenden@scgt.nsw.gov.au  

http://www.sydneycricketground.com.au




Register for Traineeship Information Sessions

As mentioned in last week's news, Work Ventures Sydney are holding a one day event incorporating two Career Information Sessions focusing on Traineeships. Please see below for details on how to register for this event.

Date: 18th May 2010
Session times are 10:30-12:30 and 2:30-4:30
This event is free of charge. Light refreshments will be provided.
Venue: WorkVentures
Level 3/ 393 George Street
Sydney CBD NSW 2000

To attend this event, please register your full name, telephone number and include the session time that you would like to attend. Please send your details to: careerexpo@workventures.com.au

Contact Name: Tara Giles
Telephone: 02 9282 6999

http://workventures.com.au

Pathways to Employment Expo for Refugees & Migrants

The Pathways to Employment Employment Expo aims to equip migrants and refugees with a range of effective strategies to gain a foothold in the job market.

Representatives of employer groups, education and training organisations, specialist agencies and community organisations will help provide answers to these question through information stalls in the main Expo room.

Interpreters in community languages (including languages of recently arrived and emerging communities) will be available.

When: Tuesday 11th May, 10:00am-2:00pm

Where: Cabravale Leisure Centre, cnr Broomfield and Bareena Streets, Cabramatta NSW

For further information about this event:
Contact Simon Emsley or Rosemary Meale, Fairfield Migrant Resource Centre, on (02) 9727 0477.

http://cabracc.org.au/fmrc/

NSW Police Multicultural Careers Day

A career in the NSW Police Force offers you excitement, challenge and the opportunity to contribute positively to the safety and security of the community.  The NSW Police Force is welcoming applications from people from all sectors of the community who have a variety of skills, work experience, trade and tertiary qualifications, language skills and cultural understanding. We want people who are seeking employment in a career that counts.

As a NSW Police Officer you will initially be required to perform general duties for the first three years of employment. Policing can be an exhilarating career experience and police officers will experience fluctuating levels of excitement, depending on the duties they are performing at the time. After three years of general duties policing you may have the opportunity to specialise in various areas such as forensics, criminal investigation, highway patrol, dog unit, mounted police - just to name a few. There are over one hundred career paths to choose from so the possibilities are endless.

The Multicultural Police Careers Day is a great way for you to meet and chat to local Police Officers, Multicultural Liaison Officers and officers from Recruitment Branch about a career in the NSW Police Force. Learn about professional suitability requirements such as:

• appropriate behavioural background including criminal history
• integrity
• traffic history
• employment history
• medical history
• Physical Capacity Testing requirements.

To apply to become a NSW Police Officer you must be an Australian Citizen or have permanent residency. Applicants must be 18 years of age to apply, and must be at least 19 years old at the time of Attestation from the NSW Police College. You must also hold a current motor vehicle drivers license or have at least obtained the Red P requirement (NSW or equivalent).

Come and see what a career in the NSW Police Force can offer you.

When: Sunday 25 July 2010, 10am-3pm
Where: PCYC, Railway Parade, Cabramatta NSW

More Information:
Call 1800 222 122 or email recruiting@police.nsw.gov.au

http://www.police.nsw.gov.au

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