Webinars for Students

Retail

How to get a job in retail this shopping season Tuesday, 29 July 2025 5:00pm (AEST) For the retail industry, the last few months of the year are their busiest – the holiday shopping season. To meet the surge in demand, many retailers begin hiring staff as early as August! For young people, this presents a fantastic opportunity to secure their first part-time job. It’s not just a chance to earn some extra cash — it’s a gateway to gaining valuable real-world experience and skills. It could even be their first step toward a fulfilling career in retail. Join us for an insightful webinar featuring Sandee Harris, a retail industry expert from the Australian Government Department of Employment and Workplace Relations. Sandee will share insider knowledge on how retail employers hire staff, how young job seekers can stand out in a competitive market and how to apply. Topics covered will include:

• What employers look for in candidates
• Tips to make your application shine
• Online applications and Artificial Intelligence (AI) Whether you’re looking for your first job or helping someone else, this webinar will provide lots of helpful tips and information.

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Post School Options

Navigating your post-school plans with confidence Thursday, 21 August 2025 6:00pm (AEST)
School is such a big part of your life, you might have mixed feelings as you approach the end of it. You might be excited about your next steps. But it’s okay if you’re not sure about your post-school plans or feeling a bit anxious or overwhelmed about it all.

In this pre-recorded webinar, you’ll hear about six simple ideas that will help you think about your future with confidence. Some of them might surprise you! We’ll talk about:

•Different kinds of post-school pathways.
•Why it’s OK if you don’t know what you want to do.
•Why it’s OK to change your mind.
•Why ATAR might not be as important as you think.
•How to research your options.
•Who to talk to for help.

This webinar is designed for students in senior secondary school, but it’s suitable for parents and teachers too. If you can’t make it to the live webinar, register anyway, and we’ll send you the recording to watch later.

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