Students Invited to Explore Career Opportunities

Published on 18 July 2024

The Rural City of Wangaratta in partnership with NE TRACKS Local Learning and Employment Network, and GOTAFE will host a Local Government Careers Expo at Galen Catholic College on Thursday 25 July 2024 from 9 am – 3 pm. Students from Year 9 and up at Wangaratta’s five secondary schools are invited to participate in the career exploration event. This initiative aims to provide students with valuable insights into the diverse job opportunities available within Council and the skills needed to pursue them.

Participating schools include Borinya Wangaratta Community Partnership, Wangaratta District Specialist School, Wangaratta High School, Galen Catholic College, and Cathedral College. Each student will be allocated five 10-minute time slots to engage in a speed learning exercise, with their choice of representatives from one of the Council’s 21 departments.

This unique opportunity allows students to learn about various career paths, the responsibilities associated with each role, the benefits of local employment, required skills, and the training and qualifications available to them. “We are thrilled to welcome students from our local schools to this event,” said Sarah Brindley Director Corporate & Leisure. “This is a fantastic opportunity for young people to discover the great variety of career options available within our community and to understand how they can contribute to the future of the Rural City of Wangaratta.” She continued.

In addition to council representatives, some departments will also feature GOTAFE representatives, providing further insights into training and educational pathways.

Students who would like to attend are encouraged to contact their careers advisor for more details.

What: Local Government Careers Expo

Where: Galen Catholic College

When: Thursday 25 July, 2024 from 9 am – 3 pm