The Rotary Club of Canberra City and the ACT Department of Education and Training presents the annual CANBERRA CAREERS MARKET on the first Wednesday and Thursday, of August each year at the AIS Indoor Arena.
The Market is open from 9.30 am to 2.30 pm on both days, with an evening session from 4.30 pm to 7.30 pm on Wednesday.
Entry is free.
Drop us an email or contact your school Careers Counsellor for details. What is the Canberra Careers Market?
This Careers Market is the largest event of its type in Canberra and is the best opportunity available to help young people in Canberra and the region to consider their post-school options. There are over 80 local and national exhibitors, including universities, colleges, and career placement organisations providing a wide range of information sources.
The following list indicates the breadth of past exhibitors at the Canberra Careers Market.
Universities
Australian Catholic University, Australian Defence Force Academy, Australian International Conservatorium of Music, Australian National University, Australian National University – Physical Sciences, Bond University, Charles Sturt University, Deakin University – Health and Behavioural Sciences, Flinders University, Monash University, Macquarie University, La Trobe University, Southern Cross University, The University of Adelaide, The University of Canberra, The University of Melbourne, The University of New England, The University of NSW, The University of Notre Dame Australia, The University of Otago, The University of Sydney, The University of Tasmania, The University of Technology Sydney, The University of Western Sydney, The University of Wollongong. Public Training Institutions
Canberra Institute of Technology, Capital Region Local Community Partnership, TAFE NSW Western Institute, Tocal Agricultural College,
Private Training Institutions
Academy of Interactive Entertainment, Acumen Alliance, Aerospace Aviation, AMP Trainimg Institute, Australian Business Academy, Australian College of Physical Education, Australasian College of Natural Therapies, Australian Training Company, Auswide Projects, Blue Mountains Hotel School, Billy Blue Schools, Bedford Business College, Avondale College, Macleay College, APM Training Institute, Actors College of Theatre and Television, Australian College of Physical Education, Automotive Group Training (NSW), Tocal Agricultural College, International College of Management, Australian Business Academy, Australian Institute of Fitness, Australian Training Company, Caloola Apprenticeships, Canberra Make-up Academy, Capital Skills Centre, Carrick Institute of Education, Campion College Australia, International College of Creative Arts, Ella Bache College of Beauty Therapy, EF Education, EXCOM Education, Kinetic Education, International College of Management Sydney, JMC Academy, Le Cordon Bleu, Mission Australia Apprenticeship Solutions, Macleay College, NAVITAS, Optimum Trailing and Development, Raffles KvB Institute of Technology, Reginal Group Training, SAE Institute, Sydney Graphics College, Utilities and Light Manufacturing Industry Training Board (ITAB), Teach International, The WISE Academy, Wesley Institute, TVSA Pilot Training, 313 Entertainment,Media and Arts, Employers
Accenture, Accor Hotels ACT, ACT Department of Education and Training, ACT Health, ASCT Planning and Land Authority, ACT Pocurement Solutions, ACTEWAGL, ALDI Stores, Australian Federal Police, Australian Property Institute, Automotive Group Training, Coles Myer Ltd, Defence Force Recruiting, Caloola NAC, IP Australia, JMC Academy, Kinetic Education, Rural Skills Australia, ACT Land & Planning Authority, ACT & Regional Chamber of Commerce, ACT Department of Education and Training, Australasian Railway Association, Commonwealth Bank, Country Energy, Department of Broadband, Communications and the Digital Economy, Department of Employment and Workplace Relations, Department of Finance and Deregulation, Department of Territory and Municipal Services, IBM, NSW Police Force, Julius Media, Racing NSW/Canberra Race Club, Roads and Traffic Authority NSW, St Marianas Global Restaurants, PricewaterhouseCoopers, Community Groups
Antipodeans Abroad, Essentra Learning, Lions Club of Lake Burley Griffin, American Institute for Foreign Study, CCUSA, Royal Life Saving Society, Serra Club of Canberra, Volunteering Australia (ACT), Youth for Understanding Australia, Employment/Training Facilitators
Capitol Skills Centre, Cambell Page, Centrelink Career Information Centre, CITEA, DEST New Apprenticeships, Employment ACT, Erindale College, Health Industry Group Training Company, MBA Group Training (ACT), Rural Skills Auistralia, Student to Industry Program & Training & Adult Education Branch , Tandem. Professional Institutions Engineers Australia, Australian Computer Society, Institute of Charted Accountants, Institute of Surveyors NSW, National Electrical and Communications Association, Australian Property Institute, Other activities at the Canberra Careers Market Exhibitors from the Canberra Institute of Technology, The Australian National University, The University of Canberra, as well as other educational providers, training institutions and employers will provide useful and relevant information in an interactive and interesting way. Try'a Trade Back by popular demand! Once again the Canberra Careers Market will play host to the Try'a Trade exhibition. The hands on exhibition allows attendees to meet and talk with experts who are recognised as leaders in their trade as well as apprentices and teachers. Attendees will have the opportunity to get their hands dirty in the different trade displays featuring cabinet making, hospitality, refrigeration, metal fabrication, landscaping and many more. Try'a Trade will operate during the daytime sessions of the Canberra Careers Market and will be located in a purpose constructed marquee at the back of the Marathon room. Small Business and Entrepreneurs Lounge The Small Business and Entrepreneurs Lounge will again offer attendees of the Canberra Careers Market the opportunity to learn more about small business and entrepreneurial activity in the ACT. The lounge will feature high quality presentations and micro group discussions conducted by successful small business owners and entrepreneurs. The Small Business and Entrepreneurs Lounge aims to inspire attendees to explore the many exciting possibilities of the small business sector. In 2008 there were 26 speakers from fields such as real estate, law firms, financial advisors, auto services, retail, marketing, job agencies, computing and IT specialists and many more. Other Rotary Programs for Youth The Rotary Club also supports a number of other activities for youth listed below. Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA)
Rotary Youth Leadership Award is a week-long residential training program designed to assist young men and women between the ages of 18 and 25 who have been nominated by district Rotary clubs, to develop personally and professionally.
http://users.tpg.com.au/pgps/RYLA_Web_Page2.html#mozTocId78537
Rotary Youth Programme of Enrichment (RYPEN)
RYPEN is a Rotary created and sponsored developmental program aimed at Year 9, 10 and Year 11 students aged from 15 to 17 years. It is based on a long-weekend residential camp which is funded by Rotary. The program is aimed at students who could benefit from an infusion of some self-esteem, self confidence and leadership development.
http://www.d9710.rotary.org.au/RYPEN/what.html Rotary Youth Exchange
Youth Exchange is an official program of Rotary International where around 8000
students exchange annually to around 60 different countries. If you are aged between 15 and 18 years, then you can apply for a 12 month experience overseas.
http://www.d9710.rotary.org.au/YouthExchange/index2.htm
National Youth Science Forum (NYSF)
The National Youth Science Forum is a two-week programme for students who have just completed year 11, and who are thinking about a career in science, engineering and technology.
http://www.nysf.edu.au/?page=about/main
Rotary Science Summer Schools
Rotary promotes and supports four summer science programs for students who are considering a career in Science.
These programs are in addition to the National Youth Science Forum (NYSF)
http://www.d9710.rotary.org.au/science_summer_school.htm |
