{"id":7036,"date":"2026-10-30T14:18:04","date_gmt":"2026-10-30T03:18:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thebuzz.net.au\/mce\/?post_type=article&#038;p=7036"},"modified":"2026-10-30T14:18:04","modified_gmt":"2026-10-30T03:18:04","slug":"careers-week-3-term-4","status":"publish","type":"article","link":"https:\/\/www.thebuzz.net.au\/mce\/article\/careers-week-3-term-4\/","title":{"rendered":"Careers &#8211; Week 3 Term 4"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>MCE Careers Website Link\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/mcecareers.com\/\"><strong>mcecareers.com<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p><b>Term 4, Week 3 2026<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>Date: Friday, 30 October 2026<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Dear Parents\/Carers and Students,<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Welcome to this week&#8217;s Careers Newsletter! Below you\u2019ll find upcoming tertiary events, webinars, job spotlights and useful study tips to keep on your radar as we head into November.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Final Call: A reminder for parents of Year 10 students whose son has completed their compulsory Week 10 work experience: please take a quick moment to complete this evaluation form via this <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/forms.gle\/tbvksmVw4WMozdk5A\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">link<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">. Your feedback is greatly appreciated.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>UPCOMING EVENTS &amp; WEBINARS<\/b><\/h2>\n<h3><b>Next Week&#8217;s Events<\/b><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>TAFE NSW Accounting and Finance Online Info Session:<\/b> <i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">4 November 2026 (Online)<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> \u2014 Discover course offerings ranging from tax law to the Bachelor of Applied Commerce, along with pathways and support services.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Explore Speech Pathology at Sydney Webinar:<\/b> <i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">4 November 2026 (Online)<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> \u2014 Learn about course structures, clinical placements and entry requirements for the Bachelor of Applied Science (Speech Pathology) at USYD.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>STEM + X: Technology Webinar:<\/b> <i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">4 November 2026 (Online)<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> \u2014 Explore tech careers across cybersecurity, coding, digital design and AI.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>WSU Sport, Exercise and Health Webinar:<\/b> <i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">4 November 2026 (Online)<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> \u2014 Learn about Western Sydney University&#8217;s degree options in sport and exercise science.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>CSU Online Parent Information Session:<\/b> <i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">4 November 2026 (Online)<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> \u2014 Designed for parents to help navigate Year 12 transitions, university processes and options at Charles Sturt University.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Procrastination &amp; ADHD Webinar:<\/b> <i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">5 November 2026 (Online)<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> \u2014 Practical study tools, time-management hacks and task-initiation strategies for Year 10\u201312 students and parents.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>TAFE NSW Interior Design Online Info Session:<\/b> <i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">5 November 2026 (Online)<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> \u2014 Highlights certificates, diplomas and bachelor degrees in interior decoration and design.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Beginner Shakuhachi Workshop:<\/b> <i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">7 November 2026 (Sydney Conservatorium of Music)<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> \u2014 Introductory workshop on traditional Japanese bamboo flute techniques and notation for ages 16+.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>National Fashion College Styling Workshop:<\/b> <i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">7 November 2026 (Sydney Campus)<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> \u2014 Hands-on fashion styling experience and photo shoot assistance for ages 16+.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>Future Events &amp; Key Dates<\/b><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>AMPA Performing Arts Experience Days:<\/b> <i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">9 &amp; 11 &amp; 12 November 2026 (Surry Hills &amp; Alexandria)<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> \u2014 Hands-on experience days covering Dance (9 Nov), Classical Music &amp; Composition (9 Nov), Music Theatre (11 Nov) and Contemporary Music &amp; Production (12 Nov).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Basair Pilot Career Seminar:<\/b> <i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">9 November &amp; 7 December 2026 (Bankstown Airport)<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> \u2014 Overview of training pathways to become a commercial pilot.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Life of an Agricultural Scientist Webinar:<\/b> <i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">11 November 2026 (Online)<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> \u2014 USYD session on agricultural science pathways, agribusiness and food security.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>UTS College Know Your Options (HSC Parents Session):<\/b> <i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">11 November 2026 (Online)<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> \u2014 Information on UTS entry pathways and academic preparation post-Year 12.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>UTS Engineering &amp; IT Parent &amp; Guardian Info Evening:<\/b> <i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">12 November 2026 (City Campus &amp; Online)<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> \u2014 Guidance on UAC preferences, admissions pathways and course options.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>University of Newcastle Insights Evenings:<\/b>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Nursing Insights:<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> 12 Nov (Tamworth), 17 Nov (Central Coast), 19 Nov (Callaghan).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Law Insights:<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> 18 Nov (NUspace, Newcastle).<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>TAFE NSW Virtual Open Week 2026:<\/b> <i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">17\u201319 November 2026 (Online)<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> \u2014 Interactive webinars covering hundreds of study pathways, enrolment and student support.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Preparing for ATAR Release Webinar (USYD):<\/b> <i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">18 November 2026 (Online)<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> \u2014 Insight into admission pathways, adjustment factors and preference changes ahead of results.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Camden Careers and Jobs Expo:<\/b> <i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">19 November 2026 (Camden Civic Centre)<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> \u2014 Free expo connecting students with employers, course providers and industry reps.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Steps to STEM Webinar:<\/b> <i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">19 November 2026 (Online)<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> \u2014 Female tertiary students share practical insights into university and TAFE STEM pathways.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Local Land Services Demonstration Farm Open Day:<\/b> <i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">20 November 2026 (Greater Sydney)<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> \u2014 Interactive displays on ag-tech, sustainable production and First Nations land management.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>AIE Open Days (Sydney &amp; Online):<\/b> <i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">21 November (Campus) &amp; 5 December (Online)<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> \u2014 Detailed overviews of game development, 3D animation and VFX courses.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>TAFE NSW Online Info Sessions (Late Nov \u2013 Dec):<\/b>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Veterinary Nursing:<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> 23 Nov<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Information Technology:<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> 24 Nov<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Wildlife &amp; Exhibited Animal Care:<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> 24 Nov<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Animal Care:<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> 25 Nov<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Agriculture \/ Farriery:<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> 26 Nov<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Visual Arts (Ceramics):<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> 2 Dec<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Individual Support (Ageing &amp; Disability):<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> 8 Dec<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Le Cordon Bleu Careers Residential:<\/b> <i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">24\u201325 November 2026 (Sydney Campus)<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> \u2014 Two-day immersive program for Year 11\u201312 students exploring culinary arts and hospitality management.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Discover Nursing at USYD Webinar:<\/b> <i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">25 November 2026 (Online)<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> \u2014 Overview of undergraduate nursing degrees and clinical placement structures.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Year 11 &amp; Beyond with ADHD Webinar:<\/b> <i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">26 November 2026 (Online)<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> \u2014 Senior workload management and post-school transition planning.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>CSU Online Law and Criminology Info Night:<\/b> <i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">26 November 2026 (Online)<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> \u2014 Details on justice system career pathways and course structures<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Unlocking People, Planet and Innovation (WSU):<\/b> <i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">27 November 2026 (Parramatta South Campus)<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> \u2014 Indigenous student experience day for Years 9\u201312 featuring hands-on workshops and industry yarns.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>SAE IT &amp; Computer Science Info Session:<\/b> <i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">1 December 2026 (Online)<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> \u2014 Explores cyber security, AI and computer science degrees launching in 2027.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Camp America Sydney Job Fair:<\/b> <i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">6 December 2026 (Sydney)<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> \u2014 Face-to-face interviews with US summer camp directors.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>&#8220;I\u2019ve Got My Results, What Now?&#8221; Webinar:<\/b> <i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">15 December 2026 (Online)<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> \u2014 Guidance from <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/myfuture.edu.au\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">myfuture<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> on navigating options after Year 12 results.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Notre Dame Info Day:<\/b> <i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">17 December 2026 (Sydney Campus)<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> \u2014 One-on-one advice, campus tours and degree advice.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>UTAS Enrolment Support Session:<\/b> <i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">18 December 2026 (Rozelle Campus)<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> \u2014 Personalised help finalizing university enrolment.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Indigenous Australian Engineering School (UNSW):<\/b> <i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">10\u201316 January 2027 (Kensington Campus)<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> \u2014 Free week-long residential engineering experience for Indigenous Year 10\u201312 students (Applications close 1 Nov 2026).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>SciX@UNSW Summer School:<\/b> <i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">18\u201322 January 2027 (Kensington Campus)<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> \u2014 Intensive research week for HSC Extension Science &amp; IB students (Early fee-waiver deadline 7 Nov 2026).<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>SCHOLARSHIPS, COMPETITIONS &amp; EXPERIENCES<\/b><\/h2>\n<h3><b>Scholarships<\/b><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>UNSW AB Gange Bequest Indigenous Merit Scholarship:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> AU$25,000 value. Open to Indigenous students. Closes 11 December 2026.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>UNSW Sports Scholarships:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> Up to AU$10,000 value. Closes 30 November 2026.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>SCU The Lord\u2019s Taverners Seawind Catamaran Indigenous Scholarship:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> AU$5,000\/year for 3 years. Closes 14 February 2027.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>Competitions &amp; Opportunities<\/b><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>AgDay Photography &amp; Video Competition 2026:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> AU$5,000 total prize pool. Entries close 20 November 2026.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>CSIRO Young Indigenous Women\u2019s STEM Academy:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> Ongoing development program supporting young First Nations women entering STEM fields.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Care4Notts Virtual Work Experience:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> Online experience exploring careers across health and social care sectors.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>JOB SPOTLIGHT &amp; CAREER READINESS<\/b><\/h2>\n<h3><b>Job Spotlight: Chef<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Chefs manage kitchen operations, plan menus and prepare food in commercial settings.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Core Skills:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> Calm under pressure, strong time management, creative mindset, team leadership, attention to detail.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Work Environment:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> Restaurants, hotels, cafes, catering and institutional kitchens; often involves split shifts, weekend work and physical stamina.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>How to get started:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> Gain early casual experience (e.g., kitchen hand), complete a Certificate III Commercial Cookery apprenticeship and build experience across different kitchen styles.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>Cadetships vs. Co-Op Scholarships: What\u2019s the Difference?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">If your teen wants to study while gaining real-world industry experience, both options offer great pathways:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Cadetship:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> An agreement directly with an employer. Students work part-time\/ full-time for a single company while completing their degree, earning a salary and often receiving fee support. Common in accounting, engineering and IT.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Co-Op Scholarship:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> Administered by a university alongside industry sponsors. Scholars receive financial support and rotate through multiple work placements across different companies during their degree (e.g., UNSW Co-op).<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>STUDY SKILLS &amp; PRACTICAL TIPS<\/b><\/h2>\n<h3><b>1. Beating Procrastination: The &#8220;Eat the Frog&#8221; Method<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Named after the principle of tackling your hardest task first thing in the day, this strategy prevents high-priority assignments from hanging over your head.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Identify the task you are most likely to avoid (your &#8220;frog&#8221;).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Break it down into clear, manageable steps.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Complete it at the start of your study block before checking emails or completing easier tasks.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>2. Open Book &amp; Material-Allowed Exams<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">If an upcoming exam allows formula sheets, quote sheets, or open notes, remember:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Formula Sheets:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> Get to know the sheet early so you know what formulas are included, but focus study time on <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">when<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> and <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">how<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> to apply them.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Quote Sheets:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> Group quotes by theme or character rather than chronological order to make essay planning faster during timed conditions.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Open Book Notes:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> Keep materials concise, clear and indexed &#8211; spending too long searching through thick stacks of paper wastes valuable exam time.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>3. Evaluating Website Reliability<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">When conducting online research, check sources using these quick guidelines:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Domain Check:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> Domain endings like <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">.gov.au<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> and <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">.edu.au<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> come from verified government or educational institutions.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Lateral Reading:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> Search the author or organization in a new tab to see what independent sources say about them.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Red Flags:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> Watch out for missing author names, heavy pop-up advertising, overly dramatic language, or unverified claims.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>4. Managing Your Digital Footprint<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Around 70% of employers research candidates online during recruitment. Encourage students to search their own names periodically, adjust social media privacy settings and maintain a professional online presence.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">If you have any questions about university applications, UAC, or apprenticeship options, please feel free to contact the Careers Office at the College &#8211; <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/maristeastwood-nsw.compass.education\/Records\/UserNew.aspx?userId=19883#\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">benjamin.nguyen004@syd.catholic.edu.au<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">For the full version, please see the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/document\/d\/1EYUyku8kEftIZ0ebX9KNOSWOk4NKjqZc\/edit?usp=sharing&amp;ouid=100467306150388160400&amp;rtpof=true&amp;sd=true\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">link<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Warm regards<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Mr Benjamin Nguyen<br \/>\n<\/span><b>Careers Adviser<\/b><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>From the Careers Adviser<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","class_list":["post-7036","article","type-article","status-publish","hentry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.thebuzz.net.au\/mce\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/article\/7036","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.thebuzz.net.au\/mce\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/article"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.thebuzz.net.au\/mce\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/article"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.thebuzz.net.au\/mce\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=7036"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.thebuzz.net.au\/mce\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=7036"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}