ICT Careers - Your Future
5:30-7:30pm 31 July 2008
As part of National ICT Careers Week, ACS Queensland will host a careers night. Come and hear what companies look for when hiring and the opportunities for students, graduates and young professionals. There will be information on graduate hiring programs and career tips from experts in the ICT industry, government and recruitment industries - find out how you can be successful in securing the job you want. There will be an opportunities to ask questions and network while light refreshments are served.
Contact officer: Barry Snashall, (07) 3847 2763
ICT Week @ Bond University
The Balnaves Foundation Multimedia Learning Centre
9:30-11:30am Thursday 31 July 2008
Robina State High School and Hillcrest Christian College IT students will visit Bond University on 31 July to learn about the strong demand for and diverse careers available to IT graduates. A presentation and demonstration will also be given by Robert Bannerman, Business Development Manager for Microsoft in Washington, USA. Students will also tour the new Multimedia Learning Centre, which has a technology-rich learning space and collaboration-friendly study spaces equipped with the latest audio-visual and computer technology.
ICT and Careers Expo
?Memorial Hall, Melbourne High School, Victoria
Saturday 2 August
Bond University will be an exhibitor at the upcoming ICT and Careers Expo in Melbourne that aims to give Victorian students and industry groups a better understanding of the career options available in IT today. Bond University staff will answer your questions about study programs, career outcomes and life at Bond University.
Contact officer: Alana Phelan, (07) 5595 2247
Specific activities to be advised.
Contact officer:
Marc Barnbaun, (07) 4930 2724
Multimedia University Experience Day
Tuesday 29 July 2008
Visit to Griffith from Benowa State High School's Diploma of Multimedia Students
Robotics Workshop - Professional Development for Teachers
1 August 2008
The Robotics Workshop will be run by Dr Jun Jo from the School of ICT
Contact officer:
Lyndy Kinnaird, (07) 5552 8100
ICT Careers Discussions with High School Students
Members of the Mackay IT Network will provide advice to high school students within the Mackay region regarding the career and education opportunities within the ICT industry. Discussions will be held at selected high schools to students considering a career in ICT, covering employment opportunities and education pathways for students considering ICT as a career.
Contact officer: Steven Tye, (07) 4999 9168
Specific activities to be advised.
Contact officer: Weena Tan, (07) 3233 9000
Faculty of Information Technology Annual Teachers' Luncheon - media welcome
12:30-2:30pm, 29 July, Gardens Point Campus
Each year the Faculty of Information Technology at QUT hosts a luncheon bringing together high school teachers, business people and academics to talk about the status of the IT industry, trends in studies in high schools and universities, and job prospects for students in the years to come.
The luncheon will include a keynote speaker, question time and networking opportunities for all participants.
Contact officer:
Helen Groom
, 0415 604 133
Thursday 31 July
Jenine
Beekhuyzen, co-editor of Tech
Girls are Chic (Not Just Geek!), will be speaking about the contribution that women
make in the IT industry. She will be answering questions and giving away
copies of her book, which profiles 16 women who are making an impact in a
diverse range of ICT-related fields. Jenine’s visit and National ICT Careers Week coincide with the school’s
annual Futures Conference for Year 10 girls, which focuses on career guidance.
Contact officer: Tim Kemp, (07) 3373 5999
National launch of GirlsInIT.com.au
Monday 28 July
ThoughtWorks is launching www.GirlsInIT.com.au
to coincide with National ICT Careers week. This website is for
careers advisors and parents to find out more about what a career in
technology could be like for 12-16-year-old girls. ThoughtWorks will
host information evenings in Melbourne, Brisbane and Sydney for girls
to meet some of the amazing women who work in IT and hear their stories
first-hand.
Contact officer: Diane Cotterill, (02) 9224 1700
Unisys has launched an Australia-wide IT Traineeship Program. The program offers the opportunity to continue
learning while working for an IT multinational, earning a competitive
salary.
Within this program, Unisys has an arrangement with various state-based
traineeship agencies, technical institutions and registered training
organisations to provide IT trainees with a uniquely professional
opportunity to launch their IT careers. For more information about the traineeships and to apply online, visit www.app3.unisys.com/ittraineeship
Contact officer: Claire Hosegood, 0411 253 663
ICT and Engineering Careers and Study Options Presentations at UQ Open Day
8am–3pm, 3 August
ICT and engineering-focussed presentations by industry representatives and leading academics outlining career and study options; on-site demonstrations and tours of facilities; free admission.
Contact officer:
Sue Smith, (07) 3365 2382