BCR Careers Bulletin

No. 9 2012

Meet The Business Leader 2012

Meet The Business Leader will be held on Wednesday 22 August. This event will provide

Year 10 and 11 students who are interested in a career in business, the opportunity to meet

with young and experienced professionals from a variety of business roles to gain a better

insight into the business profession. Firms attending include Ernst & Young, PwC, Lend

Lease, KPMG, Nexia Court & Co, Deloitte, Taylor Woodings, UTS, Moore Stephens, UNSW

and HLB Mann Judd. Keynote speaker is Andrea Culligan (Telstra’s Business Women of the

Year) from The Unimail Group.

Date: Wednesday 22 August 2012

Time: 4.30 pm

Venue: The Institute of Chartered Accountants, Level 1, 33 Erskine Street, Sydney NSW

Registration: Register your details online now Spaces are limited

The Optus Cadet Engineering Program 2013

The Optus Engineering Cadet Program is a combination of education and paid on-the-job

learning over three years. The program involves on-the-job training blocks, an accelerated

TAFE program, professional training and Optus-specific training. Optus partners with South

Western Sydney Institute of TAFE where cadets undertake full-time study blocks at

Lidcombe TAFE where they gain the following qualifications:

- Advanced Diploma Telecommunications Networks

- Advanced Diploma Optical Network

- Graduate Diploma in Telecommunications Engineering

On the job rotations range from six to twelve weeks and cadets undertake five rotations

thoughout the program. You need to be interested in engineering and technology, be self-

motivated and a problem solver. Students need to have undertaken English, Maths and any

Science for the HSC and Design and Technology will be highly regarded but not essential.

To apply, visit Optus Cadet Program. Applications close 15 September 2012. The

assessment and selection process is during October 2012.

Universities:

New Pedorthics, Podiatry and Speech Pathology Degrees at Southern Cross

University in 2013

Southern Cross University has just become the first university in Australia to offer formal

tertiary qualification in pedorthics.

A Bachelor in Clinical Science majoring in pedorthics will be offered from 2013. Speech

pathology and podiatry will be offered as majors through the Bachelor of Health Science for

the first time.

The three allied health degrees will be based at the University's Gold Coast campus.

http://www.scu.edu.au/news/media.php?item_id=5161&action=show_item&type=M

University of Newcastle Bonus Points for Uni Entry

Students receiving an ATAR in 2012 could earn up to 8 bonus points if they apply to study at

University of Newcastle in 2013. Students studying certain subjects in 2012 may receive up

to 4 bonus points, and students from certain regional or rural areas will automatically receive

4 bonus points.

http://www.newcastle.edu.au/future-students/news/2012/07-july/?audience=high-

school#bonus-points

University of Wollongong – Women in Engineering Summit

At the Women in Engineering Summit, students learn about career opportunities in the

engineering industry. Students have the chance to meet industry leaders, academics and

other women who share similar interests from across NSW and the ACT. The Summit will be

held at the University of Wollongong from Monday 7 January to Friday 11 January 2013.

Activities will include guest speakers, hands-on workshops and interactive group activities.

The Summit is open to all young women commencing Year 11 in 2013 with an interest in

engineering, mathematics or science. Registrations close on 31 AUGUST 2012. Register

your interest at http://www.uow.edu.au/future/wiesummit/index.html

The Good Universities Guide

The website provides news on University and TAFE courses as well as Apprenticeships and

Traineeships. Visitors to the site can also search for Institutions, Courses, Scholarships and

Careers.

Preparing for University Open Days:

http://www.gooduniguide.com.au/Latest-news/Preparing-for-university-open-days

Five Uni Myths Debunked:

http://www.gooduniguide.com.au/Latest-news/Five-uni-myths-debunked

News for Apprentices and Trainees:

http://www.gooduniguide.com.au/Latest-news/News-for-apprentices-and-trainees

For more info visit http://www.gooduniguide.com.au/Latest-news

Open Days:

University of Sydney Info Day

3rd January 2013 (Please note, the date listed on the website below is out-of-date)

9:30am to 4pm, Camperdown Campus

The University of Sydney Info Day provides prospective students with course advice and

support for making final decisions regarding UAC preferences. If students are still unsure

about which degree to choose or want to find out more about a particular area of study, then

come along to the Info Day.

http://sydney.edu.au/science/fstudent/undergrad/entry/uac/info_day.shtml

JMC Academy Open Day

18th August, 10:30am to 3:30pm, 41 Holt Street, Surry Hills, NSW

Get to know JMC Academy and the courses they have on offer at their August Open Day.

On the day students will take a campus tour, undertake a focused overview on their course

of interest, and speak first-hand with current students, scholarship winners and the heads of

JMC Academy's various departments.

Registrations are required and can be done online, or by calling 1300 410 311.

Another open day will also take place on the 18th of January from 10:30am.

http://www.jmcacademy.edu.au/News/2012-06-04/REGISTER-FOR-OUR-AUGUST-OPEN-

DAY.cfm

Upcoming NSW Police Force Recruiting Events

25th August – Riverwood Police Station Open Day: Corner Shenstone & Belmore Streets,

Riverwood

26th August, 10am to 2pm – UWS Open Day: University of Western Sydney, Parramatta

Campus

30th August to 1st September – National Careers and Employment Expo/Worldskills

Australia: Sydney Showground, Olympic Park

8th September – Police Recruitment & Community Engagement Day: Fairfield High School,

The Horsley Drive, Fairfield.

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

Blacktown Careers and Employment Expo

20th September, 10am to 2pm

Block C, Western Sydney Institute’s Blacktown South Campus

This expo is free to attend for people of all ages. There will be a variety of employers, TAFE

organisations, job agencies and careers info available.

Careers Advisers should register their school groups (including time of arrival and amount of

students) on 9853 3200 or admin@breedcp.com.au

Scholarships:

Sancta Sophia College 2013 Scholarships

Sancta Sophia College, a residential womens residence in Sydney, is offering a range of

scholarships to new students. Scholarships are awarded based on both academic merit and

financial need. Music and sporting scholarships are also available for talented applicants.

http://www.sanctasophiacollege.edu.au/accommodation/scholarships/

Billy Blue College of Design 2013 Scholarship Applications

Applications close 23rd of November.

Students can win a scholarship valued up to $28,000 by taking part in this scholarship

competition being held by Billy Blue College of Design. To win, entrants must take an

existing product and redesign it in their own unique way.

For more details contact 1300 851 245 or email info@billyblue.edu.au

http://www.billyblue.edu.au/life-at-billy-blue/news/billy-blue-2012-scholarship-applications-

now-open

National Institute of Dramatic Art Robertson Foundation Scholarship

The National Institute of Dramatic Art (NIDA) offers a range of short courses across ACT and

NSW, as well as offering a limited number of scholarship places in Orange. The applications

for the Robertson Foundation Scholarship are due by 5pm, Friday 14 th September.

http://www.nida.edu.au/ABOUT-TOURING-COURSES/default.aspx

St Andrews College at the University of Sydney Applications and Scholarships now

open

Applications for residence at St Andrews College, as well as scholarship applications, are

now open. It is advised that applications for residence are submitted before the 1st of

December.

There are a range of scholarships on offer including general scholarships, indigenous

scholarships and musical scholarships, all with varying closing dates and requirements. For

more information visit:

http://www.standrewscollege.edu.au/?/Prospective_Residents/How_to_Apply

EA Ski and Snowboard Scholarship 2012/13

EA Ski and Snowboard have an internationally recognised combined ski instructor training

and job offer program. The Instructor internship program allows participants to teach at a

number of ski resorts around the world. EA Ski are offering a fully paid scholarship to

become a recognised ski instructor at a top resort in Canada. Entries close August 10.

http://www.easkiandsnowboard.com/aus-schools-scholarship/

BlueScope Steel – Commercial, Engineering or Chemistry Degree Cadetships –

University of Wollongong (NSW)

Applications Close 31st August, 2012

Get paid and gain work experience whilst you study.

Applicants must be eligible for a place in a relevant degree at the University of Wollongong,

NSW.

Successful applicants will be required to work in the Illawarra region of NSW.

Cadetships available in conjunction with the following majors:

Human Resources, Procurement and Shared Services, Information Technology, Materials

Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering,

Mechatronics Engineering, Chemistry

View the job description and extra information at

(Commercial) http://careers.bluescopesteel.com/home/careers/career-opportunities/australia

(Engineering/Chemistry) http://careers.bluescopesteel.com/home/careers/career-

opportunities/australia

Early Entry/Alternative Access:

University of Western Sydney Triple Advantage

The University of Western Sydney Triple Advantage is the combination of their Early Offer

Opportunities, Regional Bonus Points and Subject Bonus Points. The Triple Advantage is

only open to people living or studying in the Greater Western Sydney region (excluding the

subject bonus point scheme).

The Early Offer program allows students with an ATAR above the 2012 published cut-off for

their desired course to receive an offer in the Early January Round of UAC offers.

The Regional Bonus Points scheme automatically grants students 5 bonus points to study at

UWS (excluding some degrees), and the Subject Bonus Points scheme automatically allows

students completing certain courses to a high standard in 2012 to be granted a maximum of

10 bonus points.

http://uws.edu.au/informationabout/tripleadvantage

University of Western Sydney Indigenous Access Programs

The University of Western Sydney has two indigenous access programs for Aboriginal and

Torres Strait Islander students who either do not have a HSC or other qualifications or who

have an ATAR score lower than required for their chosen course. The Badanami Alternative

Entry Program applies to indigenous students who wish to enter into undergraduate

programs across all areas of study at the university, while the School of Medicine Indigenous

Program is aimed at indigenous students with an interest in completing the Bachelor of

Medicine/Bachelor of Surgery.

For more information on the Badanami Alternative Entry Program visit:

http://www.uws.edu.au/indigenous_edu/education/access/pathways

For more information on the School of Medicine Indigenous Program visit:

http://www.uws.edu.au/indigenous_edu/education/access/meds

The University of Wollongong Foundation Studies Courses

The University of Wollongong Foundation Studies courses are university preparation

courses for students who have not completed secondary schooling or who have not met the

direct entry requirements for a University of Wollongong Bachelor Degree. Successful

completion of the program will enable students to enter the first year of their chosen

Bachelor Degree at University of Wollongong.

Applications for the Summer Session in 2012/2013 close on 10 th September 2012, and

applications for the Autumn Session 2013 close on 11th January.

For more info call UniAdvice on 1300 367 869 or email uniadvice@uow.edu.au

http://www.uowcollege.edu.au/academic_programs/foundation_studies

The University of Wollongong Selective Entry

Applications for The University of Wollongong’s Selective Entry Admissions program are

now open. UOW Selective Entry is how your high marks in Years 10, 11 and 12 can earn

you a place in a UOW degree, before you get your ATAR. When you apply, the university

will look at your Year 12 half-yearly raw exam results to see if you meet the minimum criteria

for your chosen degree. They may then ask you to UOW for an interview or selection event.

If you’re successful, you’ll be invited to study at UOW—before you receive your ATAR.

Closing date for applications is 15 August 2012.

http://www.uow.edu.au/future/selectiveentry/index.html

Apprenticeships:

2012 Western Sydney Apprenticeship & Traineeship Expo

September 4, 5:30pm to 9pm, Penrith Panthers Exhibition Marquee, Mulgoa Road, Penrith

Over 100 exhibitors will be at this expo to discuss apprenticeship and traineeship

opportunities. Exhibitors include Defence Force Recruiting, MTA Apprenticeships Plus, and

more. http://www.schoolsindustry.com.au/news.asp?pid=29&id=189

Autostart Pre-Apprenticeship Course

Autostart is an automotive-specific pre-apprenticeship course for young people interested in

the automotive industry. Via undertaking an Autostart pre-apprenticeship course you can

gain experience in the industry prior to committing to an apprenticesip.

Autostart courses are run monthly throughout the year in numerous locations across

Metropolitan Sydney.

http://autostart.com.au/

National Careers & Employment Expo

The National Careers & Employment Expo will take place at Sydney Showground Olympic

Park 30 August to 1 September 2012. The National Careers & Employment Expo and

WorldSkills Australia will be joining forces in 2012 to create the largest 3-day careers, skills,

education and employment event in Australia. Entry is free. For more information go to:

www.eocexpo.com.au

HIA Build Your Future Program

The HIA Build Your Future Program is designed to provide training and advice to people

interested in becoming an apprentice in the building industry. Training scholarships are

available across Australia, and the website also features advice on how to become an

apprentice.

http://hia.com.au/buildyourfuture

Hairdressing Apprenticeship

The Glam Factor at Malabar have a fulltime hairdressing apprenticeship available. For

further information, contact Veronica on 0415 299 073 or 9661 1034. The salon is at 4/1214

Anzac Parade Malabar. www.theglamfactor.com.au/

Leighton Contractors Mining Division – 2013 Apprenticeship Intake (Western

Australia)

Currently, mining operators are looking at flying in foreign workers to take on a huge amount

of jobs that are on offer in Australia. So, no matter where you are from, consider applying

during this apprenticeship intake.

Apprenticeships are available in:

Boilermaking, Auto Electrical, Heavy Vehicle Mechanics

As a Leighton Contractors employee you will have the opportunity to work at sites in NT, SA

and WA. As a qualified trades professional, you will be able to work anywhere in Australia or

even overseas. To apply and for more information, visit:

http://careers.leightoncontractors.com.au/caw/en/#/job/832869/apprentice-intake-2013

Australian Apprenticeships and Traineeships Information Service Drilling Operations

Practice Aptitude Quiz

The Australian Apprenticeships and Traineeships Information Service has a series of

practice aptitude quizzes for various industries. These quizzes include information on a field,

key occupations, qualifications, pathways and other contacts. A new practice aptitude quiz

for people interested in Drilling Operations has just been released.

http://aatinfo.com.au/getattachment/618f6b38-9905-46e8-ae54-f1becaa566de/file.aspx

Gap Year:

CCUSA Gap Year Program Information Events

CCUSA provides Gap Year placements for young Australian adults, and has placed over

20,000 people into hundreds of summer camps and seasonal jobs in the USA as well as

other countries around the globe. Over the coming months CCUSA will be holding a series

of information events and appearing at a range of expos:

14th August, 6:00pm to 7:00pm: Camp Counsellors USA & Canada – 2013 Season Opening

Information Meeting, CCUSA Sydney Head Office, Level 7, 428 George Street, Sydney.

22nd August: University of New South Wales Travel Expo, The Roundhouse, UNSW

Kensington, Sydney

25th October, 9:00am to 12:30pm: AAHS National Hospitality Careers Expo, Australian

Technology Park, Redfern

10th & 11th November, 10am to 4pm: Sydney Adventure Travel Expo, Town Hall, George

Street, Sydney

http://www.ccusa.com.au/

YFU Australia Information Nights

YFU Australia places young people in exchange programs which last anywhere from one

month to a year. Positions are available all over the world and participants will get the

chance to experience a new culture, learn a new language, make friends and gain valuable

life experiences.

A series of information nights are being held over the coming months:

August 14th & September 11th, 6:30pm onwards – Online Info Session (Book via

yfuaus@yfu.com.au)

August 22nd & September 12th, 7pm to 8:30pm – Dougherty Centre, Chatswood

http://www.yfu.com.au

Annual Gap Medics Australia Special

From the 6th January 2013 Gap Medics Australia is inviting students along to a program of 2

to 4 week placements where they will spend their weekdays immersed in a working hospital

environment. This placement for pre-medical students will give them a huge head start in

their studies, an advantage in their applications and provide them with invaluable life

experiences.

This is open to students from years 11 and 12 and trips take place in Tanzania and India.

http://www.gapmedics.co.uk/blog/2012/07/19/australian-special-january-2013

Gapyear.com

A website providing opportunities and advice for students interested in taking a gap year.

http://www.gapyear.com/

Student Programs/Workshops:

Actors College of Theatre & Television Course Information Sessions & Workshops

The Actors College of Theatre & Television (ACTT) is holding two course information

sessions and workshops over the coming months. If you are aged 17 or older and are

interested in acting, come along to try out about the courses on offer and to take part in a

short acting workshop. Sessions will be held at the ACTT Pitt Street Campus in Sydney.

Upcoming Sessions:

18th August, 10:30am to 12:30pm

11th September 6:30pm to 8:30pm

Bookings are essential, and for more info call 02 9213 4500 or email info@actt.edu.au

http://www.actt.edu.au/course/dropact

National Institute of Dramatic Art Short Courses

The National Institute of Dramatic Art (NIDA) offers a range of short courses across ACT and

NSW.

ACT courses in October include acting boot camps, screen acting workshops and general

acting programs.

NSW courses are held in September & October at Orange, Port Macquarie and Tamworth,

with courses ranging from acting essentials to audition programs.

http://www.nida.edu.au/ABOUT-TOURING-COURSES/default.aspx

Australian Film Television and Radio School Short Courses

The Australia Film Television and Radio School (AFTRS) offers a range of short courses

aimed at students interested in pursuing a career in the Film, Television or Radio industries

after secondary school. Upcoming events include:

HSC Video Intensive (15-18 years): 2nd – 5th October, $355.

The Real Filmmaking Workshop (15-18 years): 10th – 14th December, $875

Digital Animation (12 – 17 years): 19th – 21st December, $435

View the full range of short courses available at: http://www.open.aftrs.edu.au/

Miscellaneous:

Charles Sturt University Creative Writing Competition

Competition closes Friday 21st September.

Open to people between the ages of 15 and 21 living in NSW, ACT or Victoria, this creative

writing competition asks people to write a creative and engaging story, poem or script.

Entrants will be in the running for 1 of 4 $250 cash prizes and the chance to get published.

Entries must be no longer than 1000 words and should show how personal lives intersect

with larger patterns of communities.

http://www.csu.edu.au/study/cwc/

Hungry for Art Festival

For the month of August the City of Ryde is holding an arts and culture festival which will be

displaying a range of creative arts, including sculpture, printmaking, digital media and more!

Design schools, TAFEs and more will be on display on the 18 th of August as part of

DrawFest & Open Day.

To find out more and to view the festival program visit:

http://www.ryde.nsw.gov.au/Community/Arts+and+Culture/Hungry+for+Art

Pango

Pango is a website owned and operated by the University of Western Sydney which aims to

help students succeed at high school and prepare for life afterwards. Students will be able

interact with other students, access online tutoring (Western Sydney residents/students

only), access study materials and past HSC exams, as well as use educational blogs,

forums and games.

http://www.pango.edu.au/

FIAFitnation Career Information Day

FIAFitnation provides training and qualifications for those aspiring to become personal

trainers and fitness professionals. View the facilities, meet staff and learn about how to

become a professional trainer at the FIAFitnation career information day.

16 August, 12.45pm – 7.00pm, FIAFitnation, Sydney Campus, 815 George St, Level 3

http://fiafitnation-syd-career-evening-august-2012-es2.eventbrite.com.au/?rank=2&ebtv=C

National History Challenge

The National History Challenge encourages students to discover more about the past

through research and enquiry. Students can investigate something of their choosing such as

their family, community or a past event. Students are rewarded with cash prizes and travel

opportunities. The competition is open to students from all years with winners progressing to

state and national finals.

Competition closes, August 31

e: admin@historychallenge.org.au

http://historychallenge.org.au/contest-information/teachers-how-to-enter/

Art and Design Education Resource Guide 2012

The Art and Design Education Resource Guide provides information on a broad range of

higher educational courses available in the creative arts discipline.

http://dgonlinestore.com.au/publications-1/art-and-design-education-resource-guide/art-and-

design-education-resource-guide-2012

BackMeUp 2012 Video Competition

Entries close 15th August.

People aged between 13 and 17 are invited to submit a video on how they would backup

someone who has been cyberbullied. Videos mustn’t be longer than 2 minutes, and prizes

include $150 JB Hi-Fi vouchers and a professional film-making workshop at the National

Institute of Dramatic Art.

http://somethingincommon.gov.au/backmeup

Sail the Young Endeavour

People between the ages of 16 and 23 are encouraged to apply for the opportunity to sail as

a temporary crew member on board the Young Endeavour. Whilst aboard, the Royal

Australian Navy crew will teach you how to sail a square-rigged vessel, including how to

navigate, keep watch, take the helm, cook in the galley, tie knots, work aloft and even take

command.

Applications for voyages in the first half of 2013 will be accepted until the end of August,

2012.

http://www.youngendeavour.gov.au/site/

NECA Electrical and Communications Careers Information

The NECA website provides a wealth of information for students, parents and careers

advisers about the career paths of trade professionals within the Electrical and

Communications industry. Information about finding an apprenticeship and optimizing high-

school subject selection to increase the likelihood of obtaining an apprenticeship is readily

available.

Select the ‘Careers and Apprenticeships’ tab on the left hand side of the website and follow

the links to the relevant information page.

http://neca.netstart.net/index.php/careers_apprenticeships/

A Career As A Veterinarian

This website gives an overview of the career of the veterinarian and the salary range that a

new graduate might expect. The site also provides a list of Australian universities that

facilitate the Bachelor of Veterinary Science.

http://essendonvet.com.au/career-veterinarian

Insight into gaining work and life on a Cattle Station – Fiona Lake

Fiona Lake is a professional photographer and writes about Australia’s largest cattle

stations. Fiona’s blog is valuable for any person interested in trying to gain employment on a

Cattle Station in rural Australia.

http://www.fionalake.com.au/blog/living-in-the-australian-bush/outback-jobs/rural-

employment/

Careers with Woolworths

Woolworths has a range of job options available, from apprenticeships & trade roles to

casual, part time or full time positions. For the full range of options visit:

www.wowcareers.com.au

Job Outlook Career Quiz

The Job Outlook Career Quiz takes students’ answers to a small range of questions and

provides them with detailed career profiles for jobs in fields that might suit them. The career

profiles include future job prospects, skills needed for that job, vacancies, training

opportunities and any relevant reports or links. Students with a specific job or field in mind

can also search directly for detailed information.

http://joboutlook.gov.au/pages/careerquiz.aspx

SCHOLARSHIPS 2013

For information on scholarships available at universities in NSW, please visit the College

website under Co-Curriculum – Careers.

Useful Links

http://www.myfuture.edu.au/

Job Guide

Year 10 UAC Booklet for 2015 Courses

Job Services Australia

Australian Youth Forum

Going to Uni

Career Bullseye Posters

Indigenous Youth Leadership Program

Indigenous Cadetship Support

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To contact the Careers Adviser, please email: lynne_wallace@bcrandwick.catholic.edu.au