Find out about apprenticeships, the University of Waikato Open Day, the Massey University STEM and Health Experience Day (Albany campus) How to gain NCEA credits from your drivers licence, and events coming up.

Career events coming up:

Don't forget to check the events section of our careers website for next week's upcoming events 

The University of Auckland Engineering Information Evening in Hamilton.

The University of Canterbury Information Evening in Hamilton.

The Defence Services (Army, Air Force, Navy) visit to HBHS.

The QRC visit to HBHS.

HBHS Careers website

MoneyHub has just released a fantastic new resource, Apprenticeships in New Zealand - The Definitive Guide

Our must-read guide covers everything you need to know about pursuing an apprenticeship in New Zealand, from the basics of what an apprenticeship is to the process of applying and the eligibility requirements. We explain the various industry bodies and government bodies supporting apprenticeships and the pros and cons of becoming a tradesperson.

Check it out HERE

Apprenticeship opportunity

Painting and decorating opportunity for a school leaver. Placement opportunity available as a trial.

Pinnacle Painting and Decorating won 'House of the Year' in 2022 not just in the Waikato but in New Zealand. Since then, the business has taken off and there are now two apprenticeship opportunities available for someone who would be interested in growing and developing in the painting and decorating trade. All equipment is provided, you just need to be willing and able.

Contact rhyanpinnaclepainting@gmail.com

Find out about a career in painting and decorating HERE

The University of Waikato Open Day

Year 13 students who are considering studying at The University of Waikato in 2024 have been invited to attend the open day. They have been sent a google form via their school email address. This must be completed to attend and they also need to click the link at the bottom of that document, which will then register them with the university as well.

Date: Friday May 26th

Time: 9.00am - 2.00pm

Students can download the WaikatoUni app to find out what is happening on campus during Open Day, decide what information sessions, mini-lectures and workshops you want to attend and find your way around campus.

Download the App HERE

Massey University - Albany Campus

If you are interested in this experience, you will need to register yourself and find your own way to the Campus.

Massey’s Albany Campus will be holding our annual STEM & Health Experience Day this year on 31st May from 10am-2.15pm. Students get to pick two workshops during the day and lunch is provided for them. This day will be held in our brand-new IC Science Building and registrations are open now https://www.eventbrite.co.nz/e/massey-university-stem-health-experience-day-2023-auckland-registration-523189001387

Here are the workshops that students can choose from:

Maths & Stats - You'll be competing against your peers in some fun (and frustrating) games, and discovering how maths and stats can give you the x factor you need to succeed!

Food Technology - Cheesemaking: Chemistry and technology of milk, and Alginate: Rheological & functional properties as food ingredients.

Computer Games and Programming - Build a computer game in this practical introduction to computer programming and games development. The workshop will guide you through adding some game mechanics to a computer game and show you the skills needed to create your own.

Sport & Exercise - What it takes to be an athlete.

Physiology (Human Biology) - Cardiovascular system demonstration.

Health Science -Noise/Hearing Protection – Environmental Health, Occupational Health & Safety.

Human Nutrition - Energy content of sugar-sweetened beverages.

Nursing - An exciting and diverse career with many opportunities & pathways . Come and experience different aspects and skills of nursing at our interactive stations.

Zoology - Students will explore how zoologists generate and test hypotheses about the behaviour, structure, physiology and ecology of animals.

Chemistry - Explore your knowledge of chemistry using interactive displays.

Biology - DNA extraction: Come have a look at your own DNA!

Speech & Language Therapy - Overview of the profession, scope, practice requirements. Demonstration of Clinical/learning tools and hands-on tech café.

Engineering & Electronics - Walking robot you can take home. The walking robot has four legs and employs Chebyshev's lambda mechanism in its leg design. Thanks to the straightforward leg structure, the robot can move smoothly using only two motors. The robot can be rapidly assembled by any high school student, whether junior or senior, using the simple instructions provided. 3D printing and laser cutting are used to manufacture the robot. Furthermore, low-cost single-board controllers such as Arduino or Raspberry Pi can be used to add advanced features such as obstacle avoidance, object tracking, and path following.

Engineering Tour and Workshop - Come and see our hands-on workshop, the variety of machines our students get to work with – with some of the machines working on the day. Take a tour of all our facilities, showcasing the projects our students have completed as part of their degree. See our Custom Electric Guitar made in our workshop using CNC machines, 3D printers and more of our technologies and get to take home a personalised gift!

Construction - The Painting With Light workshop gives you a chance to be creative in Massey University's lighting lab. You'll also be treated to demonstrations of our specialised equipment and learn some interesting lighting facts. Have you ever wondered why blue light at night could be bad for you? Or why electric lighting can make you feel sick sometimes? The workshop will fill you in.

Psychology - Massey University offers a programme that is flexible, innovative and well respected. This workshop will introduce to the field of psychology and possible careers. There will be time for hands on activities to explore psychology in action.

Drivers Licence Credits

Students can gain the following NCEA credits once they have passed each level of their drivers licence. 

Learners Licence - Level 1, 2 credits.

Restricted Licence - Level 2, 4 credits.

Full Licence - Level 2, 2 credits.

Students need to bring their drivers licence to Mrs Ross in the Careers office to register for the credits.