Year 10 Students Explores Workforce

Year 10 students began the term by stepping out of their comfort zone with a week of hands-on experience in the workforce. From Teacher Assistants on the Primary campus to a glass bottom boat on the Ningaloo Reef, students followed their passion, interests or curiosity to explore the world of work. Students even pursued opportunities in Bunbury, Perth and further afield, taking on roles in animation design, oil and gas exploration, engineering and sports physiotherapy, to name a few

Among them Christian Scaddan spent the week at the Gravity Discovery Centre and Observatory in Gingin, Indianna Hill at the Aquarium of WA, and Piper Williams worked at the Deaf Education Centre in Perth. Tenille Pavlinovich travelled to Wellington Dam and Jarrahdale to shoot images and video footage for Parks and Wildlife, while Dylan Williams encountered seals in Jurien Bay with the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions.

Some students took to their chosen roles straight away, others were challenged more than they expected, and a few even realised they would prefer to follow a different path after all.
Careers Coordinator Marion Behiels said students approached this work experience as an opportunity to learn more about their career options, and they all represented the College admirably in the wider community. Many employers spoke very highly of their manners and work ethic, and some were even offered part time jobs as a result.

The College is grateful to the 107 businesses and organisations, in the Cape to Cape region, Bunbury and beyond, who took on students for Year 10 Work Experience: