Careers News
Careers News
Mater Education - High School Health Adventure (Years 10 and 11)
Brisbane: Monday 28th November 2022, 8.30am - Tuesday 29th November 2022, 3.30pm
Are you a Year 10, 11 or 12 student interested in a career in the dynamic and fast-paced world of healthcare? Mater Education’s High School Health Adventure program is for you!
High School Health Adventure is a program that has been designed to create a realistic experience of a day in the life of a health professional. The utilization of simulation with manikins, skills stations, digital technology and case-based scenarios helps to create this real-world learning in a unique environment for high school students.
This hands-on, immersive experience will cover basic health professional understanding of anatomy and physiology, give students hands-on experience in managing patients requiring basic life support and emergency response, and supporting patients and their families through medical procedures such as surgery and childbirth.
Find out more here.
Queensland Ballet - 2022 Junior Summer School (Years 2 and 3)
Tuesday 13th December 2022, 8.30am - Friday 16th December 2022, 12.30pm
Queensland Ballet Academy
We are delighted to offer a December Junior Summer School exclusively for younger dancers aged 7.5 – 9 years.
Across this 4-day program, children will enjoy foundational training in classical ballet, character dance, repertoire and contemporary dance classes under the guidance of Queensland Ballet Academy’s world-class faculty. On the final day of this event, there will be a viewing day for parents/carers to see what their child has learned in classes throughout the week.
Registrations close on Wednesday 7th December.
Find out more here.
Queensland Ballet - 2023 Summer Schools (Years 4 – 12)
Monday 9th January 2023, 8.30am - Saturday 21st January 2023, 5.00pm
Queensland Ballet Academy
Summer School offers dancers aged 10 to 18 years the chance to further their training in a culture of collaboration and excellence.
Queensland Ballet Academy’s esteemed Faculty are ready to mentor talented young dancers during these established Summer School programs.
The Summer School program includes classes in classical ballet technique, pointe work, repertoire, character dance, contemporary dance, and male technique (subject to the number of male participants).
Students also participate in informative discussions with a variety of professionals from Queensland Ballet, the broader industry and/or affiliated health fields. On the final day of this event, there will be a viewing day for parents/carers to see what their child has learned in classes throughout the week.
Registrations close on Monday 2nd January 2023.
Find out more here.
UQ - Queensland Biology Summer School (Year 11)
Tuesday 17th January 2023, 9.00am - Thursday 19th January 2023, 4.30pm
The University of Queensland, Saint Lucia Campus
The UQ Queensland Biology Summer School (QBSS) will provide you with a deep dive into contemporary topics in ecology, conservation biology, plant science, and zoology and how these disciplines apply to the management and use of our environment and the workplace.
What’s involved?
• Live and breathe biology and related disciplines: explore contemporary topics in biology including ecology, conservation biology, systematics, environmental management, plant science, zoology, and quantitative biology (aligned with the subject matter in the QCE and IB Biology syllabuses) through interactive lectures, practicals, and tutorials.
• Gain scientific skills in literacy, communication, collection and analysis of biological data (useful skills for QCE Internal Assessment 2: Student Experiment and IB Extended Essay).
• Study with biologists who are passionate about their subject – from leading researchers to teaching specialists, and current students at the start of their research careers, all eager to share their knowledge and enthusiasm with you.
• Consolidate your learning with quizzes at the end of each day.
• Make friends with students from around the state and discover how much fun it is to be around people who love biology.
Applications are now open. To attend QBSS you must be commencing Year 12 in 2023 and taking QCE Biology or IB Biology.
The registration deadline is Sunday 27th November 2022.
Find out more here.
Transition to university information evening (Year 12)
The University of Queensland invites you to participate in a transition to university night, hosted by Andrew Bannerman from the Future Students Australia team.
This event is aimed towards Year 11 and 12 students who have chosen university as their next step after high school. Students are provided with detailed information regarding ATAR advice and responding to their university offer, how to enrol in university and plan a timetable, as well as a panel of current UQ students from the Sunshine Coast region who will share their tips to a successful transition from high school to university. Although it is UQ-focused, the information can be applied to general university study.
Audience: Students, Parents, Carers and Guidance Officers
Date: Wednesday 9th November
Time: 4.30pm – 6.00pm
Location: Sunshine Coast Grammar School, Lecture Theatre
Jobs for students interested in Health and Aged Care (Years 10, 11 and 12)
St Mary’s Aged Care in Pelican Waters have adjusted their rosters to include a short shift in the afternoon, which is designed to give young people (from the age of 16) experience in providing personal care to the elderly.
There are so many reasons why this would be an excellent starting point for any students that are considering a career within the Health Care industry:
• as it provides real industry experience to include in your resume; and
• it gives you an opportunity to learn more about Health and Aged Care, and decide whether or not it is a long-term career prospect for you; and
• you will receive training in critical Health and Aged Care skills including manual handling and infection control; and
• you will be working with Health Care professionals who will become part of your network, and could support you in your pursuit of a career in Health or Aged Care; and
• pay and conditions are also better than many other jobs targeted at students.
If you are interested in this wonderful opportunity, please see the attached flyer, which includes details on how to apply.
Feed your mind, Feed the world (Years 10 and 11)
The University of Tasmania is offering Science students a first-hand look at the booming Tasmanian agriculture industry with the 'Feed Your Mind, Feed the World' 2022 experience.
'Feed Your Mind, Feed the World' is a three-day camp in December 2022 for Year 11 and 12 students wanting to learn about exciting career opportunities in agricultural science.
Students will see first-hand the science behind some of Tasmania's leading agricultural businesses, including a robotic dairy, commercial flower producer, cider orchard, vegetable processor and more.
This year, the University of Tasmania is sponsoring up to 10 students outside of Tasmania. Sponsorship includes:
• a return flight from their nearest Australian capital city to Launceston
• accommodation and meals for the duration of the event
• airport pick up and drop off
Students can find out more and apply on our Feed your mind, Feed the world webpage.
Applications close on 4th November 2022.
For more information about the experience, please contact (03) 6226 1753 or email harriet.walker@utas.edu.au
Mrs Wanda Hayes, Head of Career Development