{"id":6394,"date":"2026-07-30T12:05:42","date_gmt":"2026-07-30T02:05:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thebuzz.net.au\/mce\/?post_type=article&p=6394"},"modified":"2026-07-30T13:26:48","modified_gmt":"2026-07-30T03:26:48","slug":"careers-comms-week-2-term-3","status":"publish","type":"article","link":"https:\/\/www.thebuzz.net.au\/mce\/article\/careers-comms-week-2-term-3\/","title":{"rendered":"Careers – Week 2 Term 3"},"content":{"rendered":"

MCE Careers Website Link\u00a0mcecareers.com<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

Term 3, Week 2 2026<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Dear Parents\/Carers and Students,<\/p>\n

Welcome to this week’s Careers Update!<\/p>\n

As we roll into August, senior students are entering a critical window for post-school planning. Between early entry schemes, university open days, apprenticeships and subject selection decisions, there is a lot happening.<\/p>\n

Because this newsletter is distributed today, Thursday 30 July<\/strong>, all upcoming events listed below take place from August onwards<\/strong>. Please review the key dates with your sons to ensure they don’t miss out on important application deadlines and campus visits.<\/p>\n

University Open Days & Campus Experiences<\/strong><\/p>\n

Open Days are the best way for students in Years 10, 11 and 12 to explore campus culture, tour state-of-the-art facilities and speak directly with academics and current university students.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
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Sat 8 Aug<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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AFTRS Open Day 2026<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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AFTRS Campus Moore Park<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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Tour industry-standard film, TV and audio studios and explore storytelling degrees.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Sat 15 Aug<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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Macquarie University Open Day<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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Wallumattagal Campus
\nMacquarie Park<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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Attend degree sessions, chat 1:1 with lecturers, campus tours and explore entry schemes.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Sat 15 Aug<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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University of Newcastle Open Day<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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Newcastle (Callaghan\/City)<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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Degree presentations, hands-on activations and campus tours.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Sat 15 Aug<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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ADFA Open Day 2026<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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Canberra & Online<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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Learn about UNSW degrees combined with military officer training.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Sat 15 Aug<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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ACAP & SAE Open Days<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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Sydney Campuses<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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Creative media, psychology, counselling, audio and design showcases.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Sun 16 Aug<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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ACU Open Day<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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Strathfield Campus<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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Course info, entry schemes and student life sessions.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Sat 22 Aug<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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Le Cordon Bleu & Collarts Open Day<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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Sydney Campuses<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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Culinary demonstrations, music and creative arts course breakdowns.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Sat 29 Aug<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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University of Sydney Open Day<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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Camperdown Campus<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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Tour Australia\u2019s oldest university campus and explore degree combinations.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Sat 29 Aug<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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UTS Open Day 2026<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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City Campus<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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Explore world-class labs, learning spaces and industry placement options.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Sat 29 Aug<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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Notre Dame Open Day<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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Sydney Campus<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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Small class sizes, early entry and student support focus.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Sat 5 Sep<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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UNSW Open Day 2026<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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Kensington Campus<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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Over 200 sessions covering degrees, global opportunities and campus life.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

Online Information Sessions & Webinars<\/strong><\/p>\n

If you can’t make it in person, these live online sessions offer a great way to get your questions answered from home.<\/p>\n

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  • JCU Exploring Veterinary Science (Tue 4 Aug):<\/strong> Essential for students interested in tropical and rural veterinary practice.<\/li>\n
  • Applying to Uni of Melbourne via VTAC (Wed 5 Aug):<\/strong> For students looking to study interstate in Victoria.<\/li>\n
  • STEM + X: Careers in Agriculture (Wed 5 Aug):<\/strong> Discover high-demand careers in ag-tech, data science and biotechnology.<\/li>\n
  • Architecture & Built Environment at Sydney (Wed 5 Aug):<\/strong> Overview of built environment pathways at USYD.<\/li>\n
  • UOW Future Talk for Parents (Mon 10 Aug):<\/strong> Covers HSC support, UOW Early Admission, AI in careers and financial planning.<\/li>\n
  • Why Study Business at Sydney? (Wed 12 Aug):<\/strong> Explore over 100 study combinations and industry internship opportunities.<\/li>\n
  • UNSW Co-op Program Scholarship Chat (Thu 20 Aug):<\/strong> Overview of the prestigious Co-op scholarship program and scholar experience.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Apprenticeships, Trades & Vocational Pathways<\/strong><\/p>\n

    For students aiming for a trade or hands-on career, these expos bring employers, group training organisations and TAFE representatives under one roof.<\/p>\n

    Parent Tip:<\/strong> Bringing your son’s resume to these expos is highly recommended – exhibitors often recruit on the spot for upcoming intakes!<\/p>\n

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    • South Western Sydney Expo:<\/strong> Tuesday 25 August @ Liverpool Catholic Club.<\/li>\n
    • Say Yes to the Trades Expo:<\/strong> Thursday 27 August @ Entertainment Park, Bankstown Aerodrome.<\/li>\n
    • Sydney West Careers & Employment Expo:<\/strong> Friday 28 – Saturday 29 August @ Sydney Showground.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      Scholarships & Competitions Currently Open<\/strong><\/p>\n

      Encourage your sons to get their applications in early. Free money for tertiary study is always worth the effort!<\/p>\n

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      • 2026 Venie Holmgren Environmental Poetry Prize:<\/strong> Closes 3 August 2026.<\/li>\n
      • Prime Minister\u2019s Spelling Bee (Years 3\u20138):<\/strong> Closes 21 August 2026.<\/li>\n
      • Harding Miller Education Foundation Scholarship:<\/strong> Closes 24 August 2026.<\/li>\n
      • Chevron Nature in Focus Photography Competition:<\/strong> Closes 7 September 2026.<\/li>\n
      • UNSW Medical Gateway & Endowed Scholarships:<\/strong> Close 30 September 2026.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        Tax & Money Matters for Working Students<\/strong><\/p>\n

        If your son has a part-time or casual job, the end of the financial year (30 June) means tax returns are officially open.<\/p>\n

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        • Do school students need to file a tax return?<\/strong> If your total income was over $18,200, yes<\/strong>. Even if you earned under<\/em> $18,200, if your employer withheld any tax from your pay, you should lodge a return to claim that tax back as a refund!<\/li>\n
        • App\/Freelance Work:<\/strong> Income earned through delivery, odd jobs, or freelancing must be reported, as there is no employer withholding tax automatically.<\/li>\n
        • Deadline:<\/strong> Free online lodgements through myTax (myGov)<\/strong> must be submitted by 31 October 2026<\/strong>. If no return is required, a simple ‘non-lodgement advice’ must still be submitted to the ATO.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

          \u00a0Job Spotlight: Construction Manager<\/strong><\/p>\n

          If your son is an organiser who enjoys dynamic environments and building tangible projects, Construction Management is a thriving career path to consider.<\/p>\n

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          • The Role:<\/strong> Construction Managers coordinate building and infrastructure projects from planning through to handover. They manage site safety, subcontractor schedules, budgets and problem-solve daily site challenges.<\/li>\n
          • Work Style:<\/strong> High site mobility, early starts, clear communication and leadership under pressure. Above-average earning potential with strong industry demand across residential, commercial and civil sectors.<\/li>\n
          • How to Get There:<\/strong> Typically via a Bachelor of Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or vocational VET pathways combined with site trade experience. Cadetships with major builders during university are very common.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

            As always, if your son would like to discuss university preferences, early entry schemes, or trade pathways, please encourage him to pop into the Careers Office for a chat.<\/p>\n

            Have a fantastic weekend!<\/p>\n

            Warm regards,<\/p>\n

            Mr. Benjamin Nguyen
            \n<\/strong>Careers Adviser<\/strong><\/p>\n

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