Careers
Ulladulla High School's aim is to provide you with all the latest information that will help you make decisions about your future career and your life beyond school.
Please visit Ulladulla High Careers to locate university, TAFE and any other type of course across Australia, get information about the HSC, search for job vacancies and much more. Feel free to drop into the Careers Office if you have any questions.
Careers News
"Early Entry, Explained"
A free online session for parents - Monday 14th September 7:00pm. Choosing Your Uni is running a free 45-minute live session for parents on early entry. The session is online, free, and available on demand afterwards if you cannot make the night (please pre-register to make sure you get access).
Register: https://webinar.choosingyouruni.com/2026/early-entry
Women in Trades Program
New supports available for students and women to help them get started and thrive in a trade. The women in trades program offers free online resources to support and encourage more girls and women to take up training in a trade and thrive in rewarding careers.
Free HSC Study
Sessions: Monday 28 September – Wednesday 7 October
With HSC exams approaching, your students are invited to our free HSC Study Sessions. These sessions are delivered in partnership with InspirationED and are designed to help students prepare with confidence through curriculum-focused revision, exam preparation strategies, and guidance from experienced academics and educators. SESSION SCHEDULE and REGISTRATION HERE
White Card Term 3
Congratulations to the students who gained their White Card this term. They are now prepared for Work Experience and opportunities in the Construction Industry.
USYD - Women in Engineering Scholarships
Applications close on 30 September; and students applying now - are already receiving offers! We encourage students to apply as early as possible. Introducing our new scholarship and scheme Apply here!
Free Year 12 Revision Webinars being run in partnership with InspirationED and Australian Catholic University (ACU) from 7-10 September. Designed to help Year 12 students revise key course content, work through important HSC-style questions, and build confidence heading into their final exams. Each webinar is taught by an experienced HSC teacher and focuses on high-value areas of the course.
Monday 7 September
· Mathematics Standard 2 - 5.00-6.45pm
· English Standard—7.00-8.45pm
Tuesday 8 September
· Business Studies 7.00-8.45pm
Wednesday 9 September
· Biology 7.00-8.45pm
Thursday 10 September
· Studies of Religion 7.00-8.45pm
· Software Engineering 7.00-8.45pm
The sessions are completely free for students, but registration is required. And if you can’t attend live, register anyway - recordings will be available to registered students for one week after each webinar.
Register for free Year 12 Revision Webinars NSW
Employment & Funding Opportunity for Students – Lifeguard & Swim Teacher Courses
· Lifeguard Course: Monday 28 & Tuesday 29 September
· Swim Teacher Course: Wednesday 30 September
Funding opportunities are available for a limited number of eligible high school students to help cover course costs. Given the limited spots, we'll be running a short vetting and screening process to select funding recipients.
How to apply:
Interested students should email our People & Compliance Coordinator, Natalie Gilbert directly at mail to:
"natalie.gilbert@alignedleisure.com.au" to register their interest and find out if they're eligible for funding .
Funland Ulladulla is Hiring! School Holiday Crew Wanted! We’re looking for energetic, friendly and switched-on people to join our team for the upcoming Spring and Summer school holidays .If you love working with people, enjoy a fast-paced environment and don’t mind having a bit of fun while you work, we want to hear from you! Apply now. Send your resume to fun@funland.com.au, or drop it into the store.
SYF Electrotechnology
Congratulations to the Group 1 Electrotechnology students, who recently completed the Start Your Future taster program at Ulladulla TAFE. They gained hands-on experience, developed new practical skills, and learned about career pathways. It was a fantastic opportunity for students to build confidence, try something new, and take their first steps towards a future career in the industry.
Nowra Defence Careers Information Session
Learn more about Australian Defence Force (ADF) roles available in the Navy, Army and Air Force by attending the upcoming information session happening on: Tuesday 8 September 2026, 6pm to 8pm approx. Fleet Air Arm Museum 489A Albatross Rd, Nowra Hill 2540
ADF Careers - Nowra Defence Careers Information Session
University of New England - $5000 Cover Artist of the Year Opportunity for Students
Students are invited to respond to this year's theme, Unconventional, for the opportunity to: Win the $5,000 major award, have their artwork featured on the cover of UNE's 2028 Course Guide and Exhibit their work at the New England Regional Art Museum (NERAM) as a competition finalist.
Entries must be 2D and may include painting, drawing, graphic design, mixed media or other digital and traditional forms.
Entries Open: 3 September 2026 and Close: 23 September 2026. Further details can be found here:
Cover Art Competition - University of New England (UNE).
Job Opportunities
IGA Milton are currently looking to hire several new casual junior staff members. Shifts available after school from 4pm, weekends, and throughout school holidays. Various roles available, please visit the store and fill in an application form. Age 14+ IGA Milton: Ph: 0244 551233
Harris Scarfe Are seeking part time juniors to join their team. Drop in a resume and say hi to Lloyd or Tom.
Macquarie Leaders and Achievers Early Entry
Year 12 students can apply to be considered for an early entry offer based on their Year 11 academic performance. Round 2
Applications close: Thursday, 3 September at 7:00pm. Offers released: Wednesday, 23 September. Refer to the How to Apply page for details on the application process and FAQs.
Austswim and Teacher of Water Safety Course
Opportunity to complete the Austswim and Teacher of Water Safety training course with Ulladulla Leisure Centre on Saturday, 12 Sept 2026, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM and Sunday, 13 Sept 2026, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM. Please see link for the course - Register here or contact Eliza Millington, Aquatic Education Coordinator on 02 4444 8811 for more information.
Free HSC Study Sessions WSU
During the spring school holidays from Monday 28 September to Wednesday 7 October 2026, Western Sydney University will be offering a range of FREE online study sessions to assist Year 12 students in their preparations for the HSC. These will be delivered by highly qualified senior teachers with 22 free sessions across 14 key HSC subject areas, with sessions that included content analysis, tips and strategies, and a detailed exploration of key syllabus and curriculum areas. Register Here
New Website to Help Students Explore Careers in Mining
NSW Mining has launched its new Choose Your Adventure careers website, providing students, careers advisers and educators with engaging resources to discover the diverse career opportunities available in the NSW mining industry.
At the heart of the website is the interactive Adventure Finder—a fun, quiz-style tool that helps students match their interests, strengths and subjects with careers in mining. Whether they're interested in science, technology, engineering, the environment or hands-on trades, the Adventure Finder introduces students to careers they may never have considered and provides tailored pathways to explore further.
Rural Health Pathways Showcase - ICC Darling Harbour
Interested in a career in medicine, nursing or allied health - you can attend the 2026 Rural Health Pathways Showcase on Thursday 3rd September at the International Convention Centre, Darling Harbour, Sydney.
- Information Flyer: Adobe Acrobat - RHPS Program.pdf
- Information Website: https://www.rdnhealth.org/events/rural-health-pathways-showcase-2026
- School EOI Link: school EOI
- Further information: enquiries@rdnhealth.org
UOW Open Evening
An expo-style event where community members who are interested in learning more about UOW can come and speak to the team about courses, student support, pathways, traineeships and anything else they want to know more about.
ACU Open Days
Open Day-Register below for our 2026 ACU Open Days:
Strathfield – Sun 16 August 2026, 10am – 2pmRegister now
North Sydney – Sat 5 Sept 2026, 10am – 2pm Register nowCanberra – Sat 12 Sept 2026, 11am – 2pm Register now
TUA Early Entry Program
Torrens University’s Early Entry Program applications close on 31 August 2026. You can submit your application directly online through the Torrens University Early Entry Program before the end of August to secure a conditional offer.
Macquarie Leaders and Achievers Early Entry Round 2
Applications close: Thursday, 3 September
Offers released: Wednesday, 23 September
Visit website for more information.
Watch the Navigating Early Entry webinar on-demand
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Shoalhaven Education Fund Grants
The Shoalhaven Education Fund grants for 2027 are now open, closing on 30th October 2026. Applications are invited from young people (more specifically at UHS our Year 12 Students) who:
· Live or have gone to school in the Shoalhaven
· Are aged 16 - 25
· Are planning to go to University or TAFE, do an apprenticeship or vocational studies in 2027
· Can demonstrate genuine financial needs.
To apply, go to sef.org.au and hit "apply now".
TAFE NSW
TAFE NSW will be offering two virtual subject selection sessions for interested Year 10 students and parents/caregivers. Anyone wishing to attend registers their intention by completing the Registration Link:
These sessions will contain the same content and be held on:
• Wednesday 5 August between 6:00pm and 7:00pm
• Tuesday 18 August between 6:00pm and 7:00pm
Some of the topics covered in the sessions will include:
• What are TAFE-delivered Vocational Education and Training (TVET) & School-based Apprenticeships & Traineeships?
• The differences between TVET & SBAT
• Course and career pathway opportunities
• Studying at TAFE NSW
• How to take the next steps with TVET
There is also an opportunity for people unable to attend to submit questions via the above registration link.
Open Days and Spotlight Events
Charles Sturt Open Days 2026
Open Day is held across five campuses.
Where and when to find us:
Port Macquarie – Sun 2 August
Wagga Wagga – Sun 9 August
Albury-Wodonga – Sun 16 August
Bathurst – Sun 23 August
Orange—Sun 30 August
UOW Spotlight Nights – Years 10-12
See where your future will take you at UOW's new Spotlight Series! These free 90-minute evening events will let you explore study areas, meet academics and current students, ask your questions, and experience hands-on learning to see what studying at UOW is really like.
Upcoming Spotlight Nights - Wollongong Campus
5.30pm - 7pm
Spotlight on Criminology – Tuesday 4 /08
Spotlight on Education – Early Years & Primary – Wed 5/08
Plus there are even more Spotlight Nights launching soon for Social Work, Music and Performance, Journalism and more! Join the mailing list through our expression of interest page below or check back soon to be the first to know when new Spotlight Nights are confirmed.
Register now: Register Here
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