Careers and pathways

Careers and pathways opportunities

There are a number of career expos and placement opportunities coming up this year for students. Details of upcoming activities are listed below and more can be found on the Careers and Pathways page.

Victorian Career and Employment expo - March 20 to 22, Melbourne Showgrounds. More details via this link

VCE and Careers Expo - 1 to 3 May, Melbourne Exhibition Centre. More details via this link

Defence Force

The Defence Force provides students in Years 10 to 12 with the opportunity to experience a wide range of careers available in the Australian Defence Force (ADF) and the Australian Public Service (APS). The 2025 program is offering a variety of placements in Victoria this year.

If anyone is interested in any of these experiences, please contact Ms Girolami (Careers and Pathways Coordinator) cgirolami@olsh.vic.edu.au

A Day in the Navy – Guided Tours: HMAS Cerberus Guided tours designed specifically for students with an interest in the Navy	Location: HMAS Cerberus, VIC on 7 April 2025	Bookings here
Introduction to Navy: HMAS Cerberus (April) A program designed specifically for students with an interest in the Navy.	Location: HMAS Cerberus, VIC Placement Dates: 29 April - 01 May 2025	Applications close: 11:30pm Sunday 16 March 2025. Link to apply: Introduction to Navy: HMAS Cerberus (April)
Army Trade Familiarisation (Engineering, Electrical and Health): Bandiana A program designed specifically for students with an interest in Engineering, Electrical Trades and Health careers the Army	Location: Bandiana, VIC on 20 May 2025 Applications close: 11:30pm Sunday 23 March 2025	Link to apply: Army Trade Familiarisation (Engineering, Electrical and Health): Bandiana
Joint Military Police Unit Overview: Simpson Barracks Showcasing careers with the Joint Military Police Unit (Tri-service)	Location: Macleod, VIC on 14 May 2025 Applications close: 11:30pm Sunday 23 March 2025	Link to apply: Joint Military Police Unit Overview: Simpson Barracks
STEM Immersion Week: Fishermans Bend (June) Showcasing various STEM careers	Location: Port Melbourne, VIC Placement Dates: 30 June - 4 July 2025 Applications close: 11:30pm Sunday 4 May 2025	Link to apply: STEM Immersion Week: Fishermans Bend (June)
Introduction to Navy: HMAS Cerberus (Overnight Placement) (July) A program designed specifically for students with an interest in the Navy.	Location: HMAS Cerberus, VIC Placement Dates: 28 July – 01 August 2025 Applications close: 11:30pm Sunday 1 June 2025	Link to apply: Introduction to Navy: HMAS Cerberus (Overnight Placement) (July)
Day in the Life of a Medic/Nurse: Bandiana A program focusing on the role of Medic/Nurse the Army	Location: Bandiana, VIC on 29 October 2025 Applications close: 11:30pm Sunday 31 August 2025	Link to apply: Day in the Life of a Medic/Nurse: Bandiana
STEM Immersion Week: Fishermans Bend (November) Showcasing various STEM careers	Location: Port Melbourne, VIC Placement Dates: 24 - 28 November 2025 Applications close: 11:30pm Sunday 28 September 2025	Link to apply: STEM Immersion Week: Fishermans Bend (November)
Australian Army Band Melbourne: Simpson Barracks A program designed specifically for students with an interest in Musician roles in the Army	Location: Melbourne, VIC Placement Dates: Multiple opportunities throughout 2025 - to be negotiated Applications close: 11:30pm Sunday 9 November 2025	Link to apply: Australian Army Band Melbourne: Simpson Barracks

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