VET graduate Jai Scoles completed a Certificate II in Engineering Pathways through TasTAFE in 2025 and has since secured an apprenticeship as a mechanical fitter with Incat, helping to build the company’s world‑renowned aluminium vessels for Tasmanian, interstate and international markets. Growing up in southern Tasmania, Jai always had a strong interest in hands‑on work. […]
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Through an Australian School-based Apprenticeship, they’re diving into carpentry while still at school, showing how hands-on learning can be a powerful choice. It’s not just a career path – it’s helping to solve the shortage of skilled workers in Tasmania’s building industry Grade 10 student Wil from Burnie High School always knew what his dream
The Hobart and Southern Tasmania Employment & Careers Expo is the premier Tasmanian careers and employment event. We are a free event promoting employment, training, support services and career pathways across the greater Southern Tasmania region. You’ll find information from an extensive variety of exhibitors on the day, including a wide range of genuine employment
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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. In this pre-recorded webinar, Dr Michael
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Tasmanian students in Years 9 -12 are invited to visit the School of Engineering facilities, talk with graduating students about their projects and future careers, and learn how diverse engineering futures can be. Students will also participate in a scavenger hunt and winners will take home some exciting prizes! There will be approx. 80 projects
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Are you completing Year 12 or are a recent Year 12 graduate ready to take the leap into a meaningful career? The Australian Government’s Career Starter Program is now open for applications – and it’s designed just for you. This 12-month, full-time development program offers more than just a job. It’s a launchpad into the Australian Public Service
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Most weekdays, Lucas is up early and out the door by 8am. He drives from Launceston to a small heritage cottage near Scottsdale, where he spends the day learning hands-on building skills. By the afternoon, he’s heading home tired, but happy. While many of his friends are still in school, Lucas is following a different
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If you’re currently in year 11 or 12, or recently finished school, our School Leaver Expo can help you find your path to uni. Join friendly staff and students who are happy to answer all your questions about courses, scholarships, accommodation and applying. And even if you’re not sure what you want to study, you
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If you’re currently in year 11 or 12, or recently finished school, our School Leaver Expo can help you find your path to uni. Join friendly staff and students who are happy to answer all your questions about courses, scholarships, accommodation and applying. And even if you’re not sure what you want to study, you
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If you’re currently in year 11 or 12, or recently finished school, our School Leaver Expo can help you find your path to uni. Join friendly staff and students who are happy to answer all your questions about courses, scholarships, accommodation and applying. And even if you’re not sure what you want to study, you
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