Victorian Careers & Employment Expo

2024 FREE CAREER SEMINARS

Thursday

9.45am
Trades @ Melbourne Polytechnic
Hear about the building trade courses available at MP which will have a focus on trades that are not the big 3 (Carpentry, Electrical, Plumbing).
presented by Grant Collis (Program Leader of Engineering and Wet Trades)

10.15am
Canada: Jobs in Demand, Gap Year & Other Opportunities
Hear from a representative from the Consulate General of Canada who will present and answer questions on job opportunities, working holiday and other work visa options, migration pathways, and life in Canada.
presented by Consulate General of Canada

10.50am
Careers in the Creative Industries
Who we are (AIE?)
Australian game industry snapshot
Australian Film & VFX industry snapshot
Study pathways to the games, VFX and film industry
Career opportunities in the creative industries
presented by Academy of Interactive Entertainment

11.15am
Pilot and Aviation Careers – a panel discussion
An introduction to the many career options that are available in the aviation industry in particular the process and training needed to become a pilot and the career options/paths from flight instructing/charter/aero medical/survey/airline.
presented by Flight Standards

11.35am
Careers in Sport
The Carlton College of Sport, in partnership with La Trobe University, provides tertiary sport courses with the opportunity to undertake a breadth of placement experiences.
presented by the Carlton College of Sport

12.00pm
Careers in the Australian Defence Force
Want to know about jobs currently available in the Navy, Army and Air Force? Join our information session to find out about careers, study options, Gap Year opportunities and more in the Australian Defence Force.
presented by ADF Careers

1.00pm
Financial support is available for people looking for a rewarding career in the early childhood sector
Have you ever considered a career in Early Childhood Education? Early Childhood Scholarships worth up to $34,000 are available for eligible people who are commencing study or are already studying an approved course to become a registered early childhood teacher. Under the Victorian Early Childhood Teacher Incentives program, there are financial incentives worth up to $50,000 available for qualified early childhood teachers from July 2023 to June 2024. With more careers opportunities than ever before – NOW is the time to embark on your next adventure! Come and speak with us about where these exciting opportunities can take you!
presented by Department of Education – Early Childhood Scholarships and Incentives Program

FRIDAY

11.35am
Careers in Sport
Richmond Institute - Where academic excellence meets sporting passion. Discover how this unique opportunity combines practical sports industry experience with nationally recognised qualifications, setting you on the path to a successful career in sports management. Don't miss this chance to learn from industry experts and take the first step towards your dream career in sports.
presented by the Richmond Football Club

12.30pm
Financial support is available for people looking for a rewarding career in the early childhood sector
Have you ever considered a career in Early Childhood Education? Early Childhood Scholarships worth up to $34,000 are available for eligible people who are commencing study or are already studying an approved course to become a registered early childhood teacher. Under the Victorian Early Childhood Teacher Incentives program, there are financial incentives worth up to $50,000 available for qualified early childhood teachers from July 2023 to June 2024. With more careers opportunities than ever before – NOW is the time to embark on your next adventure! Come and speak with us about where these exciting opportunities can take you!
presented by Department of Education – Early Childhood Scholarships and Incentives Program

1.00pm

The Uni that knows you're unique

Come and here us speak about VU, our unique learning models and the courses we have on offer.
presented by Victoria University

SATURDAY

9.45am
Q&A with a WorldSkills Australia Champion
Discover how Will Vestergaard found his passion training in mechatronics, his journey through WorldSkills competitions, and what it would mean to represent Australia as a Skillaroo.
presented by Apprenticeships Victoria

12.30pm
Growing up Online
An educational & empowering session for Parents and carers, Susan’s unparalleled knowledge leaves audiences shocked at the reality of the online world. It is a wakeup call to even the most switched-on parent and is delivered with Susan's famous 'no nonsense' approach.
presented by Susan McLean of Cyber Safety Solutions

1.00pm
Financial support is available for people looking for a rewarding career in the early childhood sector.
Have you ever considered a career in Early Childhood Education? Early Childhood Scholarships worth up to $34,000 are available for eligible people who are commencing study or are already studying an approved course to become a registered early childhood teacher. Under the Victorian Early Childhood Teacher Incentives program, there are financial incentives worth up to $50,000 available for qualified early childhood teachers from July 2023 to June 2024. With more careers opportunities than ever before – NOW is the time to embark on your next adventure! Come and speak with us about where these exciting opportunities can take you!
presented by Department of Education – Early Childhood Scholarships and Incentives Program

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