Thomas Reddall High School Careers Information No 13 2018
WHAT IS COMPUTER SCIENCE?
Computer Scientists work on challenging programming tasks, develop new software technologies and new ways to use computers. The field spans complex problem solving, artificial intelligence, robotics, computer graphics, digital forensics, bioinformatics, web development and data security. Computer Science is fundamental to many everyday technologies like mobile phones, learning systems, online shopping, navigation systems, social media, computer games and programmable appliances www.newcastle.edu.au
APPRENTICESHIPS AND TRAINEESHIPS
- WHAT IS AN APPRENTICESHIP? https://myfuture.edu.au/career-insight/apprenticeships
- AUSTRALIAN APPRENTICESHIPS PATHWAY http://aapathways.com.au
- TERTIARY EDUCATION AND TRAINING - *Australian Apprenticeships www.australianapprenticeships.gov.au *Australian Apprenticeships Pathways www.aajobpathways.com.au *AusApp Pathways – An app to help people explore Australian Apprenticeship career pathway ideas
- My Gateway – Current Apprenticeship and Traineeship vacancies www.mygateway.org.au Resumes to jobs@mygateway.org.au 1800993200
- Australian Industry Group – Apprenticeships and Traineeships available www.aigroup.com.au
- Australian Training Company – Apprenticeship and Traineeship current vacancies www.austrg.com.au Business, Aged Care, Sport and Recreation, IT, Drafting, Lifeguard, Swim Instructor, Flooring, Parks and Gardens, Landscape, Wall and Floor Tiling, Chef, Automotive Light Vehicle, Civil Construction, Painting and Decorating
- Sarina Russo Apprenticeships and Traineeships – https://srajobs.sarinarusso.com http://sarinarusso.com/apprentices
- ACPE (Australian College of Applied Psychology) – Sydney, Melbourne and Adelaide -Psychology, Counselling, Youth Work, Social Work, Case Management and Social Science courses. Diploma, Bachelor and Masters Qualifications delivered. https://www.acpe.edu.au
- Australian Defence Force – Gap Year 2019 – Navy, Army, Air Force – APPLY NOW www.defencejobs.gov.au/gapyear
- Career Quiz – Explore the careers you might enjoy www.joboutlook.gov.au
- Chartered Accountants Careers www.charteredaccountantsanz.com
- Coding and Design Skills – 3D Design, Game Development, Virtual Reality, Unity – Coder Academy www.coderacademy.edu.au
- Disability Students – "Uni 2 Beyond" https://cds.org.au/about-uni-2-beyond
- Discover a pathway to your future http://careerfinder.astar.tv
- Employment – Australian Jobs 2018 – Healthcare and Social Assistance, Retail Trade, Construction, Professional, Scientific and Technical Services and Education and Training – these industries EACH provide more than a million jobs, and together, they account for around half of total employment www.jobs.gov.au
- Employment – Australian Jobs 2018 https://www.jobs.gov.au/australian-jobs-publication
- Employment – COMPUTER SCIENTISTS find employment in software development companies, financial institutions, government departments and research organisations. Their roles encompass the development and implementation of software for complex business problems, systems analysis, the management of computer resources, complex software systems, advanced computational techniques for graphics, animation and games, Defence, security and database systems, and bioinformatics, computational intelligence and robotics. Typical employment positions for Computer Scientists include Data Scientist, Software Architect, Games Developer, Computer Software Program Manager, Business Intelligence Director, and Application Development Manager. www.newcastle.edu.au
- Employment - Fair Entitlements Guarantee – Assistance to cover certain unpaid employment entitlements to eligible employees who have lost their job due to the liquidation or bankruptcy of their employer www.jobs.gov.au/feg 1300135040
- Employment – Job Active – The Australian Government's FREE service that connects job seekers with employers www.jobactive.gov.au Job Seekers can also call the Employment Services Information line 136268. Get help to look for work, write a resume, prepare for interviews, write referrals to jobs in the local area and help to relocate for work, help to become job ready, case management to take up a job and keep a job, connect you to a range of government initiatives for which you may be eligible www.jobactive.gov.au
- Employment – Job Jumpstart – Practical, independent FREE employment planning advice - Learn about different ways to contact employers, find out about jobs and industries that might suit you, understand how to develop your skills and build your experience, learn how to make your job application stand out, understand workplace rights and responsibilities www.jobjumpstart.gov.au
- Employment – Job Outlook – www.joboutlook.gov.au Help with making decisions about study and training, getting your first job or the next step in your career. Information about Australian careers, labour market trends and employment projections. There is detailed statistical information for each of the occupations included in the Australian Jobs Occupation Matrix.
- Employment – My Skills – An online data base of Vocational Education and Training options including information about providers, courses, outcomes and fees www.myskills.gov.au
- Employment – Training – Information on Training Packages, Qualifications, Courses, Units of Competency and Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) www.training.gov.au
- Employment – Your Rights at Work – The Fair Work Ombudsman is a point of contact for advice and help on workplace rights and responsibilities including pay and conditions www.fairwork.gov.au 131394
- Employment – Youth Jobs Path – Prepare, Trial, and Hire – An Australian Government initiative designed to support young people to gain the skills and work experience they need to get and keep a job www.jobactive.gov.au/path
- Ground Cover Magazine – Grains Research and Development Corporation https://grdc.com.au/resources-and-publications/all-publications
- Hospitality Students – Restaurant and Catering Industry Association – Information for students, parents and teachers. Find out about opportunities available 1300722878 training@restaurantcater.asn.au www.rca.asn.au
- Indigenous Students - University of Newcastle – Yapug Program – FEE FREE www.newcastle.edu.au/study
- Indigenous Students – Year 10, 11, 12 – You are invited to attend the Victorian Indigenous Winter School July 7 – 14 018. A weeklong residential program to see what it is like to study at uni and find out about the field of Engineering. NO COST TO ATTEND – Your meals, accommodation, social activities and travel to and from Melbourne FROM ANYWHERE IN AUSTRALIA is paid for you. More information and to apply www.eng.unimelb.edu.au/engage/indigenous/views
- International School of Colour and Design http://www.iscd.edu.au
- JA Australia (Junior Achievement Australia) www.jaaustralia.org
- Job Outlook – Learn about workplace daily tasks, the skills you need, pathways and prospects for the careers you can aim for now or in the future www.joboutlook.gov.au
- Macquarie University Student and Parent Evening – May 23 018 6pm https://www.mq.edu.au
- My Skills www.myskills.gov.au/rightnow
- Newcastle University www.newcastle.edu.au/study
- Quality Indicators for Learning and Teaching – www.qilt.edu.au Information about Australian Universities (including study experiences and employment outcomes).
- St Patrick's Institute of Education www.spie.edu.au Certificate, Diploma and Short Courses in Business, Business Administration, Leadership and Management, Marketing and Communication
- Sydney Film School www.sydneyfilmschool.com
- Sydney Flight College – Diploma of Aviation (Commercial Pilot Licence – Aeroplane) 0297098488
- Sydney University – Your Path – 400 Study Areas, Pathways to Study, Alternative Study Options, Scholarships www.sydney.edu.au/your-path
- Teachers – Tax, Super and You Teachers' Kit http://www.taxsuperandyou.gov.au www.ato.gov.au/education
- Tocal College – Agriculture, Conservation and Land Management, Agribusiness Management http://www.tocal.nsw.edu.au/courses
- University of Newcastle – 2019 Domestic Undergraduate Prospectus https://www.newcastle.edu.au/study/publications
- University of Newcastle – NEW Cyber Security Major in the Bachelor of Computer Science. Broaden your horizons and open up career opportunities in the Computer Science Industry e.g. Security Analyst, Cryptographer, Security Administrator https://www.newcastle.edu.au/degrees/bachelor-of-computer-science
- Year 10 – University of Newcastle – Domestic Undergraduate Information for Year 10 https://www.newcastle.edu.au/publications "Year 10 Guide to Degrees and Subject Choices"
- Year 12 – Macquarie University 2019 Co-Op Programs – Applications NOW OPEN – Bachelor of Actuarial Studies with the degree of Bachelor of Professional Practice, Bachelor of Commerce – Professional Accounting with the degree of Bachelor of Professional Practice. Actuarial students will receive a Scholarship of $18,200 p.a. and Macquarie University Partners will pay Accounting students while they are on each placement https://eforms.mq.edu.au/co-op/register Any Questions - futurestudents@mq.edu.au 0298506767
- Year 7 – 12 – TAX, SUPER and YOU COMPETITION – https://www.taxsuperandyou.gov.au/competition
- Year 7 – 12 – The Good Universities Guide 2018 – View 400 plus Job Descriptions as well as information on Finding the Right Qualification, Job Searching, CV and Interview Tips https://www.goodcareersguide.com.au
- Year 7 – 12 and Teachers – MY FUTURE – www.myfuture.edu.au - This website is FREE for NSW Department of Education Teachers and Students. Use your school email address to log in and sign up
- Your Career Options – Explore them at Job Outlook www.joboutlook.gov.au