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 DEFENCE FORCES TO VISIT PARKES on Monday 24th May The Navy, Army and Air Force are recruiting for a range of positions in medicine, engineering, trades and administration.   ICMS Career Weeks - live the management dream In association with its strategic partner Macquarie University, ICMS offers Diplomas as well as Associate, Bachelor and Master Degree programs in the areas of Hospitality, Events, Tourism, Retail, Sport and Property. Career Week offers senior high-school students the opportunity to explore the hospitality, tourism, event, retail, sport management and property industries and discover first-hand if it is where their future lies. For further information visit http://icms.edu.au/apply/test-drive-icms/career-week.html  Winter Rock School! "Rock School" at the Queensland Conservatorium Griffith University is a holiday extension program designed for musicians and music students of high school age wanting to expand their skills in popular music. It is run several times over a period in Summer, offered at both the Gold Coast and South Bank campuses and over one week in July at the Gold Coast campus. Each comprehensive program runs for 5 days and is structured in the same format. The students attend a series of workshops given by experts in their field culminating in a concert at the end of the week where friends and family may attend and they will receive a recording of their work, which they can take away with them. Classes are limited to 25 students to ensure that students can gain the most from their experience. Students will not only meet and interact with other talented young musicians; they will learn how to make the most out of the current conditions of the popular music industry, how to set up a live sound system, and how to use computer music technologies to enhance their creative work. They will participate in song writing, rehearsal and performance workshops, and have the opportunity to work with industry standard recording technology. Students with practical skills in popular music and who are interested in areas of recording and music technology should not miss this opportunity to mix with students with similar interests from across Australia and to work with and learn from highly experienced teachers from the music industry. The full fee for the week’s program for successful applicants is $450 (GST inclusive). Travel and accommodation is not included. Application forms for the July workshop need to be returned by Monday 24th May 2010. Download the form at http://www.griffith.edu.au/school/qcgu/bpm/rockschoold_fees_registration.htm Summer 2001 dates will be announced in July http://www.griffith.edu.au/school/qcgu/bpm/rockschoolddetails.htm  Bond University Open Day Wanting to find out more about studying at Bond in 2011? Be sure to put Open Day 2010 in your calendar now. Come along to this event to find out how Bond University can bring your ambition to life... tour the facilities, meet the staff and students and enjoy a day of jam-packed entertainment and informative presentations.  UTS:Marine Biology Video Competition On 24 May UTS:Marine Biology will be launching a competition for high school students in years 9 – 12. A video camera is up for grabs as well as the opportunity to ‘Spend a day with a UTS Marine Biologist’. The ABC’s own ‘Surfing Scientist’ Dr Ruben Meerman will be one of the competition judges. http://www.facebook.com/pages/UTS-Marine-Biology-for-Schools/276202459240  UTS:IT Information Evening UTS:IT are holding an Undergraduate Courses and Scholarships Information Evening to provide IT course and scholarship information to students and parents. The current format for application to the Bachelor of Information Technology Co-operative Scholarship (BIT) will continue with a two-round process.  Food Service Australia Expo Considering a career in the food service industry? Come along to this FREE event.
Schools and Students must register to attend. This is a free expo but numbers are limited so please register your students by visiting http://www.foodserviceaustralia.com.au/visitor.cfm?id=40. You can also download an A4 poster from this site. Home Page: www.foodserviceaustralia.com.au  Directory Undergraduate 2011 This publication is a preliminary University Guide. It shows courses and entry scores by subject areas for Australian and New Zealand universities. It is a useful resource for Careers Advisers. To obtain a copy, please contact: The Graduate Connection, PO Box 172, Balgowlah NSW 2093 T. 02 9949 2686 F. 02 9949 7130 E. coyte@grad.com.au  Young Social Pioneers The Foundation for Young Australians (FYA) is now calling for applications to Young Social Pioneers 2010, an exceptional year-long training and development program for Australian social change-makers. This program is designed specifically for young Australians working with purpose and passion for a social cause. Fourteen social pioneers will gain a place on YSP 2010 and can benefit from skills development, mentoring, intensive group and individual training and access to an international network of social innovators.  School Holiday Workshop Program The Institue of Design, Ulladulla, is running two workshops in the July holidays: Fashion Design Dates: Monday 12 July to Friday 16 July 2010 HOW TO APPLY  JMC Holiday Workshop for Sydney High School Students! Are you a year 10, 11 or 12 high school Sydney student? Then get your one day BACKSTAGE PASS to the Creative Industries at the JMC Academy's Introductory Workshop. Learn all about the Creative Industries and take a practical hands-on look at our facilities in Audio, Digital Media, Music and Film and Television.  World Education Program (WEP) Australia Study overseas in more than twenty countries with our student exchange programs. Discover and learn about a different culture, the world and yourself. Travel overseas and reap the benefits of being an international exchange student. Location: Time: 7.30 -9.00pm Further information and registration at http://wep.org.au/info/information-evenings  School Based Apprenticeship and Traineeship(SBAT)Information Event If you are thinking about completing an SBAT as part of your HSC or just want to find out more, this event is a MUST. The event will provide attendees with an in depth presentation, covering how SBATs fit with the HSC, and how students can market themselves to a potential employer. At the conclusion of the main presentation, parents and students have the opportunity to speak directly with representatives from Registered Training Organisations, Group Training Organisations, Australian Apprenticeship Centres, State Training Services, Trade Schools, and Career Links. When: 27th July 2010. Due to expanded growth of the event and the busy lives of families, a choice of 2 sessions will be available to attend. Each session will provide identical information and attendees can elect to attend from 6pm - 7:30pm or 7pm - 8:30pm. http://www.careerlinks.nsw.edu.au/index.cfm?menukey=1&CFID=3550472&CFTOKEN=47028333  HTN Peter Howard Future Chef Scholarship An opportunity to secure a one week supported culinary adventure with a leading industry partner. HTN-HOSPITALITY EMPLOYMENT SOLUTIONS  Hunter Valley Career Expo The Hunter Valley Career Expo only happens once a year! Further details and registration at http://www.hvcareerexpo.com.au/index.cfm?menukey=1  Career Focus Days The Blue Mountains International Hotel Management School offers Career Focus Days: a choice of three or four-day residential programs giving young people the opportunity to get to know their students and faculty, learn about their school, experience the industry and explore possible career paths. Dates and cost: Main website: www.hotelschool.com.au  Extra Support for Apprentices On 17th May it was announced the Australian Government would provide additional support to apprentices both before and during their training to help them secure long-term employment. Minister for Employment Participation, Senator Mark Arbib, said the Government was also providing $10.3 million for mentoring services to help apprentices through to the end of their training and into secure jobs. Further information about Pre-Apprenticeship Training Opportunities is available at: www.australianapprenticeships.gov.au.  Jobs Site & Resume Builder For help finding a job, go to www.Skillsroad.com.au . This site has a good Resume builder which gives a simple resume in Word format.  Certificate IV in Screen and Media Information Night Metro Screen is holding an Information Night to provide all the crucial information about their Certificate IV in Screen and Media - full time and part time options. No RSVP is necessary, but for more details please contact Liz Cooper Metro Screen's Learning and Development Coordinator on l.cooper@metroscreen.org.au  Interested in a Design Career? Have fun and add to your creative design skills with holiday workshop at Raffles College of Design and Commerce. For more information and enrolment forms visit http://raffles.edu.au/index.php/Vocational-Design/Vocational-Design-Courses-Workshops.html  Metals and Engineering Guest Speaker Available Australian Industry Group Training Services are offering free Speakers to schools to help prepare Engineering and Metals students for the world of work. Students will be addressed by Industry qualified recruiters who can administer an industry approved and recognised ACER mechanical aptitude test and provide an insight into what employers are looking for to fill their apprenticeship positions for 2011. Suitable for Metals and Engineering student from Yrs 10-12. For bookings please contact Eric Milne on 9466 5455 or 0419 534 866. Email: eric.milne@aigroup.asn.au  Draft Program Now Available The inaugral Indigenous Forces at Work Conference is being convened and hosted by Jobs Australia and will provide a forum to highlight best practice in engaging Indigenous Australians in Vocational Education and Training (VET) and associated pathways to employment. A unique aspect of this conference is the opportunity to hear 10 storytellers and keynote speakers sharing their personal stories - their life, training and career pathways leading to employment and where they are now. These inspirational stories will be recorded and will form the basis of a multi-media pack which will be widely distributed following the conference. The pack will include a record of conference outcomes as a published ‘story’ book, a DVD and an educational Facilitator’s Guide. These resources will prove to be valuable, culturally-appropriate tools to further enhance the link between training, employment and career progression for Indigenous Australians. For further information and registration visit http://www.ja.com.au/home/article.aspx?id=14238  Sydney University Medicine and Dentistry Information Evening The evening will include formal presentations along with Q & A sessions by staff and students from Sydney Medical Program and the Faculty of Dentistry. There will also be a mock Multiple Mini Interview (MMI) demonstration for those preparing to apply. Date: 26th May Time: 17.00 - 18.30 Location: Eastern Avenue Auditorium Contact: Diana Lovegrove on 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 This course is for people seeking entry into the construction industry, primarily in the carpentry trade. You will undertake selected subjects from the trade Certificate III in Carpentry. You will learn how to produce quality carpentry work while undertaking residential and/or community project(s). How to Apply Attend a compulsory information session Thursday 22nd July 2010, 9:00 am Building T8, Room G41, Eastern Rd Quakers Hill. Appointments for interviews will be allocated for that afternoon For further information and to register for the compulsory session Please contact Marie-Rose Borg on 9208 7017  Job Guide The Job Guide 2010 website includes hundreds of occupational profiles. It is a fantastic way to learn about all kinds of jobs and is available in three versions: * Graphic * Text (suitable for slower connections and for users of screen readers) * Mobile (suitable for viewing with your mobile phone) The Job Guide is written and produced for a Year 10 audience. It is distributed to schools with Year 10 students each year. Each school receives one copy per Year 10 student and several reference copies. Reference copies are distributed to senior schools or colleges with Year 11 and 12 enrolments. Job Guide is also distributed to career advisers at all TAFEs and universities as well as youth-focused Australian Government funded programs that provide career advice and support to Year 10 students All enquiries about eligibility for copies of Job Guide should be forwarded to the Job Guide mailbox at jobguide@deewr.gov.au http://www.jobguide.thegoodguides.com.au Bond University Scholarships - Applications for 2011 Now Open Each year Bond University offers a number of scholarships to Australia’s best and brightest students, rewarding them for academic, extra-curricular, leadership and community achievements. This year, the following scholarships will be available to current year 12 students studying at an Australian high school:
Please visit www.bond.edu.au/scholarships for a full listing of all scholarships available to students, plus full eligibility, application and selection details. Home page: http://www.bond.edu.au  UAC Information Online The UAC Undergraduate website offers information to assist Year 12 students with the process of applying to uni through UAC. You can: UAC guides usually arrive in schools in August.  University of Newcastle - HSC Study Days The University of Newcastle will soon be holding its annual workshops on core HSC subjects. Held at the Newcastle and Central Coast Campuses and run by experienced senior HSC markers, the HSC study days offer a great opportunity to get subject-specific advice and useful study strategies.  Dolphin Sighting Network Are you interested in Marine Biology? or email info@dolphinresearchaustralia.com | Term 4, Week 10, 13th - 19th December 2010 | Term 4, Week 9, 6th - 12th December 2010 | Term 4, Week 8, 29th November - 3rd December 2010 | Term 4, Week 7, 22nd - 28th November 2010 | Term 4, Week 6, 15th - 21st November 2010 | Term 4, Week 5, 8th - 14th November 2010 | Term 4, Week 4, 1st - 5th November 2010 | Term 4, Week 3, 25th - 29th October 2010 | Term 4, Week 2, 18th - 22nd October 2010 | Term 4, Week 1, 11th - 15th October 2010 | Spring Holiday 2010 | Term 3, Week 10, 20th - 24th September 2010 | Term 3, Week 9, 13th - 17th September 2010 | Term 3, Week 8, 6th - 10th September 2010 | Term 3, Week 7, 30th August - 3rd September 2010 | Term 3, Week 6, 23rd -27th August 2010 | Term 3, Week 5, 16th - 20th August 2010 | Term 3, Week 4, 9th - 13th August 2010. | Term 3, Week 3, 2nd - 6th August 2010. | Term 3, Week 2, 26th - 30th July 2010. | Term 3, Week 1, 19th - 23rd July 2010 | Winter Holiday, 5th - 16th July 2010 (Week 2) | Winter Holiday, 5th - 16th July 2010 | Term 2, Week 11, 28th June - 2nd July 2010. | Term 2, Week 10, 21st-25th June 2010 | Term 2, Week 9, 14th - 18th June 2010 | Term 2, Week 8, 7th - 11th June 2010. | Term 2, Week 7, 31st May - 4th June 2010 | Term 2, Week 6. 24th -28th May 2010 | Term 2, Week 5, 17th - 21st May 2010 | Term 2, Week 4, 10th - 14th May 2010 | Term 2, Week 3, 3rd - 7th May 2010 | Term 2, Week 2, 26th - 30th April 2010 | Term 2, Week 1, 19th -23rd April 2010 | | What's New 2010 | EventsCalendar 2010 | | Sponsors | About Us | Schools | | Return Home | Post School | Explore | Careers Advice | Careers Advisers | Links | Contact Us | |
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