From the Futures Team
Don’t miss out on valuable work experience opportunities!
As the academic year progresses, it’s been a great time to reflect upon the exciting opportunities students have engaged with beyond the classroom. One such valuable experience is Work Experience, a program that offers students the chance to gain real-world insights and develop essential skills. So far, students have participated in work experience programs with:
– Veterinary clinics
– SBS
– Sky News
– Taronga Zoo
– Academy of Interactive Entertainment (AIE)
– UTS – IT and Engineering
– Animal Logic / Disney Studios
– Carla Zampatti
– Australian Museum
We encourage all eligible students to participate in this enriching program, but it’s crucial to be mindful of the application process to ensure a smooth experience for everyone involved.
What is Work Experience?
Work Experience is an incredible chance for students to step into a professional environment related to their field of interest. Through this program, they can gain hands-on experience, learn about various industries, and explore potential career paths. It’s a fantastic way to bridge the gap between learning and the real world of work.
Why Should You Participate?
Participating in Work Experience offers numerous benefits, such as:
- Practical Skills Development: Students have the opportunity to apply their theoretical knowledge to practical tasks, enhancing their skill set in the process.
- Networking Opportunities: Building connections with professionals can prove invaluable in the future, potentially leading to mentorship or even job offers.
- Confidence and Independence: By navigating a professional environment, students grow more confident and independent, better preparing them for the challenges of adulthood.
- Resume Enhancement: Work Experience is an impressive addition to university applications and resumes, showing future employers the student’s commitment to learning and personal growth.
You can find out more about the Work Experience Program on the Futures@Pymble site under Get Work Ready.
The Application Process: Time is of the Essence
While we highly encourage all eligible students to apply for Work Experience, we kindly remind you to be mindful of the turnaround time required for the School Offices and Curriculum Office to approve applications.
To ensure a smooth process:
- Start Early: Submission need to be received at least two weeks prior to the start of work experience. Don’t wait until the last minute to begin your application. The earlier you start, the more time you’ll have to gather necessary documents and information.
- Review Requirements: Familiarise yourself with the program’s requirements and guidelines to ensure your application is complete.
- Seek Guidance: If you have any questions or need assistance, don’t hesitate to reach out to the Director of Futures and Partnerships, Mrs Kim Maksimovic.
- Respect Deadlines: Be sure to submit your application before the specified deadline to allow sufficient time for processing.
emPOWER Lunch with Architects from Grey House Precinct
We were excited to welcome members of the team who are responsible for the Grey House Precinct build to our emPower Lunch on Thursday.
We thank our guests for their wise advice and for sharing their stories of how they have developed their skills in their industry;
- Hailey Rivera (Project Manager, Impact Group)
- Katie Lawson-Craig (Senior Architect, NBRS)
- Saanya Parmar (Graduate of Architecture, NBRS)
Special thanks to Mr Liam Hume (GBE Partnerships Lead) and Mr Greg Hastie (Pymble’s Project Director of Masterplanning) for helping to make this opportunity happen for the students.
Students can look out for upcoming emPOWER lunches this term which will be advertised via email and the Portal.
emPOWER Lunches coming up:
- Data Science emPOWER Lunch – Date to be confirmed
- Dentistry emPOWER Lunch
Guests for Empower Lunches
We welcome members of the Pymble Community (including Alumni and parents) to be our guest speakers at emPOWER Lunches. Please reach out to the Futures Department (futures@pymblelc.nsw.edu.au) if you are interested in speaking to our students and helping to contributing to the careers education program at Pymble.