The Careers Department Highlights
Events
For all important dates and events regarding careers, view the Calendar of Events.
Careers, Courses and Universities Newsletters
Options Career Information Bulletin
Access all bulletins here.
Options Career Information Edition #2
Study Work Grow
Open days, information sessions, competitions, scholarships and career related newsletter.
There's some useful information in links below:
SWG 30.1.23 Edition SWG 6.2.23 Edition SWG 13.2.23 Edition
Career Tools
Careers in Architecture and UCAT etc.
February NewsletterInteresting Articles about Pathway Options and Future Careers
- Working as a Beauty Therapist
- Tips and tricks for students to network at school events
- Translating the stuff you do now into what employers will understand
- Pathways to Nursing
- Pathways to Entrepreneurship
- 10 jobs that didn't exist 10 years ago!
Latest School Based Traineeships for Year 11
Current vacancies can be found on the Traineeship Vacancies Notice Board.
These change on a weekly basis as new positions become available.
Students who cannot find anything that appeals to them in these vacancies need to source their own employer.
Defence Force Information
Check the Defence Force website for Gold Coast events.
15 February 2023 - Gold Coast: Gap Year Information Session
15 February 2023 - Brisbane: Australian Defence Force Academy Information Session
16 February 2023 - Brisbane: Commando Information Session
Defence Force Work Experience Program
The Defence Work Experience Program provides opportunities for young Australians interested in a career at Defence to gain exposure to the type of work that is available.
Opportunities are available for both secondary students and you must be at least 15 years of age at the time of the placement.
More InformationRegistered Training Organisation Courses
Students in Year 11 can apply for external study options to enhance their career options. Students need to ensure they have good time management skills to cope with the workload.
GeSS Education courses and pathway options.
TAFE and Trade options fill fast and so students need to apply ASAP to secure a place in their desired course.
Gold Coast Trade College pre-apprentice courses for 2023. (Download the enrolment form and transport permission form).
GAP Year Options
Find out more about New Ventures Worldwide in this information session video.
New Ventures Worldwide are running two online information sessions for Australian students to learn more about how their placements work, and ask any questions.
- Info Session – Tuesday 21st February 2023, 7pm AEST
- Info Session – Thursday 23rd February 2023, 7pm AEST
Guides for Parents
The following guides are available to help your child with career investigation and decisions: