Timaru Boys High School Careers Department

15/08/2023

NEW WEBSITE !!

The TBHS Careers Department have a new CareerWise website which will be used to store and share the latest career information, events, news and jobs with our students and their family/caregivers/whānau.

On the website you can 'subscribe' to receive updated information and newsletters.

Please note that from Monday 21 August 2023 the Careers Department will no longer be using our Facebook and Instagram accounts.

09/08/2023

JOB OPPORTUNITY

South Canterbury Toyota is seeking applicants to join their Apprentice Program within their busy Service Team. Role - Apprentice Automotive Technician.

Here is the link in Trademe if you are interested in applying.

https://www.trademe.co.nz/a/jobs/automotive/automotive-technician/canterbury/timaru/full-time/listing/4260018045

Start date is able to be negotiated for the right candidate, therefore if completing your final exams is something that is desired they are open to discussing this.

07/08/2023

JOB OPPORTUNITIES

Full time Building Apprenticeships are available now !

See Mr Williamson in the Careers Department for more information.

07/08/2023

AFTER SCHOOL JOB OPPORTUNITY

Ashburton Contracting Limited (ACL) based at Washdyke are looking for a student aged 15-16 years to assist with basic duties and general tidiness of the Workshop floor. This would entail the likes of sweeping, emptying oil catch drums and disposing of filters, lending a hand to the Technicians where required etc. Would ideally suit someone who has an interest in mechanics. At this stage position is for 3 days a week 3.30 – 5pm or thereabouts.

If interested please contact:
Matt Jack, Service Manager
Phone 03 683 9073 | Mobile 0278014369 | [email protected]
84 Hilton Highway, Washdyke, Timaru 7910
www.ashcon.co.nz

02/08/2023

JOB OPPORTUNITY

- See Mr Williamson in the Careers Department for more information

26/07/2023

Hands-On at Otago University – January 2024

Experience a week of university life in Dunedin for students in Year 12 or 13 in 2024 interested in Sciences, Humanities, Business or Health Sciences.

The cost is $675 for the week. This covers – accommodation, meals, programme activities, course materials, transport to and from Dunedin Airport or bus terminals.

There are lots of scholarships available so check out otago.ac.nz/hands-on-at-otago for more information and to register your interest. Applications close Thursday 7 September 2023.

25/07/2023

SCHOLARSHIPS

The PwC Scholarship applications for 2023 will be opening on the Monday 31 July.

There are two categories of Scholarship available at PwC, to help give you the best start possible by providing financial support during your tertiary studies, a mentor and an opportunity to apply for a paid Summer Internship. They are not only looking for Accounting students, but are keen to see those studying IT, Economics, Languages and Science to name a few.

The two Scholarships are as follows:

PwC Scholarship
Each year five PwC Scholarships are offered to support students who are facing financial and/or personal hardship, which may restrict the student’s ability to enter tertiary education. This scholarship is focussed on giving local talent the best start possible by providing financial support during their tertiary studies and having a PwC mentor.

Mā te huruhuru ka rere te manu Scholarship
The name of this scholarship is a whakataukī that translates to 'Adorn a bird with feathers and it will fly.’ This is the foundation of what PwC would like to achieve by awarding this scholarship to talented young Māori. Two Scholarships will be offered to young Māori talent, these were created in partnership with our Manukura Māori Business Team.

They are looking for students who want the opportunity to launch their career at a human-led, tech-powered community of solvers.

Further information about how to apply, timelines, tips for applying, FAQ’s and advice from previous recipients can be found on their website https://www.pwc.co.nz/careers/pwc-school-scholarship.html

Key dates for our scholarship applications are:
31 July 2023 - Application Open
20 August 2023 - Applications Close
4-13 September - 2023 Interviews
18 September 2023 - Recipients announced

25/07/2023

BCITO Tools Grant

Application are now open for this grant which is designed to help school students and first year apprentices get a head start with the purchasing of tools for their apprenticeship. Thirty (30) $1,000 grants are available.

Who can apply?
• Current apprentices who signed their Training Agreement after 1 January 2023.
• Any secondary school student currently being assessed for BCATS as a subject and/or through a BCITO Gateway programme who intends to start their apprenticeship within ten months of 21 August 2023.

Find out more https://bcito.org.nz/scholarships/bcito-tools-grant/

To obtain the Grant info sheet 2023 and application form see either Mrs McMecking or Mr Williamson in the Careers Department.
Note you need to email your entries to [email protected] before 21 August 2023.

24/07/2023

JOB OPPORTUNITY

Trade Zone Building have a Building apprenticeship available.
For more details please see Mr Williamson in the Careers Department.

24/07/2023

CAREER in Aviation ?

Air New Zealand and its preferred flight training organisations would like to invite students to Pilot Career Evenings: CHRISTCHURCH – 24 August 2023

Tickets are free and available at Eventbrite by clicking on the following link: https://tinyurl.com/CHCHPilotCareerEvening

There will be tickets for two separate sessions for each day. At each session, there will be a presentation by Air New Zealand (1 hour duration), and a chance to talk to Air New Zealand Pilots and flight training organisations about pilot careers.

If you are not able to join a career evening, they will be able to forward a video of the pilot presentation on the evening for students who are interested in a career as a pilot.

27/06/2023

Considering Tertiary Study in 2024?

KPMG is holding a presentation on the Study Link programme for all students considering Tertiary study in 2024. The discussion will be around student loans (how to apply, eligibility, parental income) and allowance applications via Studylink.

This is an essential meeting for Year 13’s so place the date in your calendar now - Week 2 of Term 3, Wednesday 26 July at 1pm in the Library.

26/06/2023

SCHOLARSHIP - University of Canterbury

UC is offering a further 150 Te Kakau a Māui scholarships in 2024 to cover full fees for one undergraduate degree and are available to students from decile 1-7 Te Waipounamu|South Island schools.

Scholarships will be awarded to students that are committed to making a positive impact in our communities, locally or globally. This can include cultural, economic, environmental, political, and/or social change.

Successful applicants will also have access to a range of support to ensure they thrive and succeed during their time at UC.

Applications close 15 August 2023. See details below.

UC unlocking self-belief in students. ❤️

In celebration of our year, UC is launching a further 150 life-changing Te Kakau a Māui scholarships to eligible South Island students committed to making a positive change in the world.

Applications close 15 August!

Apply now: https://www.canterbury.ac.nz/uc150/scholarship/
Find out more: https://fal.cn/3zivA