Careers and Transitions is an integral part of school life at SGHS. All year levels participate in programmes and activities integrated into their learning packages. Key outcomes are students recognising and developing their skills, strengths, and gaining a better understanding of what is important to them.
The school focuses on developing career key competencies, developing self-awareness, exploring opportunities and deciding and acting.
Some of the key ways we can help students are:
- explore options for future pathways
- find and research resources, so they can make informed decisions
- form links with tertiary providers
- consider alternative pathways
- check entry requirements for courses
- enquire about job opportunities
- improve job interview skills
- select subjects for future study
- apply for University Scholarships, Halls of Residence and overseas Universities
All students are able to request a one to one career counselling session which can be scheduled during the school day. Students can make appointments by calling into the reception area in Connexions. Parents/caregivers can also email the team at [email protected] to make an appointment time for their child and/or themselves.
| STAR Course | Level 2, 3 |
| Course Information | STARÂ provides learning opportunities for students in the Senior school. These are often short, introductory courses.
Selection for this is made through enquiries at Connexions. |
| Course Cost | The courses are available at a $30 deposit by the student, to be refunded on successful completion of the course and provided other criteria are met as per the SGHS/STAR course contract. |
To view the 2023 STAR Course timetable please click HERE.
| Gateway Course | Level 2, 3 |
| Guideline | Must be motivated to learn in the workplace, be able to manage individualised learning and assessment, have a strong interest in a particular industry or career direction, and be reliable. With a good attendance record. |
| Course Information | Students can gain specific vocational skills leading to future employment and benefit from making significant progress towards qualifications. A Gateway student could expect to spend one day a week over a period of 10 weeks on a work placement.
The student completes a work placement and has their learning assessed again Unit/or Achievement standards on the National Qualifications Framework and is integrated with their current programme of study. The application process takes place in October and Gateway staff will select suitable candidates. |
Careers Events/Notices
SGHS Careers Newsletters
Information to come.
University/Polytechnic Open Days
OTAGO UNIVERSITY OPEN DAYS
All Year 13 students have the opportunity to attend a one-day visit to Otago University each year, there is no cost to attend for students with the school providing bus transport to and from Dunedin.
This is a great way to find out what Degrees are available, and what campus life is really like.
OPEN DAYS 2023:Â
| Otago Polytechnic | |
| University of Otago (Invercargill Information evening) | |
| University of Otago (Dunedin) | Sunday 7 May & Monday 8 May |
| SIT (Southern Institute of Technology) | Friday 25 August |
| Lincoln University (Christchurch) | Friday 29 September |
| Victoria University (Wellington) | Friday 25 August |
| University of Canterbury | Friday 8 September |
| University of Waikato | |
| Telford Taster Day |
University/Polytechnic Information
Click on the buttons below to view information for the following organisations:
University of Auckland |
NZ Defence Force |
University of Canterbury |
Otago Polytechnic |
Course Information
2022 Eng Presentation (with Forestry)
Liaison Officier visits for 2023:Â
Most liaison visits will be held in Connexions at SGHS unless specified below.
| Tuesday 14 March, 12:15 pm | ARA Institute |
Scholarships Available
Click on the buttons below to view scholarship information:
Lincoln University |
Keystone Trust |
Waikato University (Computer Science) |
Winton A&P Association |
Dame Jean Herbison |
Western Southland Veterinary Club Inc Scholarship for 2023:
Criteria Information |
Application Form |
School Leavers
Click on the links below for more information about finishing High School at the end of the year:
- Year 13 Checklist: https://www.moneyhub.co.nz/year-13-checklist.html
- School Leavers Toolkit: https://school-leavers-toolkit.education.govt.nz/
CV (Curriculum Vitae)
Click on the links below for more information about CV’s:
- Otago University: https://www.otago.ac.nz/careers/jobs/cv/otago281401.pdf
- Student CV Template: https://www.moneyhub.co.nz/cv-template-students.html
Employment Opportunities
Jump n Fun Invercargill
(Posted 31 January 2023)
Jump n Fun Invercargill are currently looking for some part-time workers that can commit to working either Saturdays or Sundays across both the trampoline park and laser tag offerings. This is a great job for high school students (Year 12 upwards), offering flexible hours and a lot of learning and personal growth opportunities.
 Students can contact Cameron at his email address ([email protected]) along with an attachment of their CV if they would like to apply.Â
MoneyHub has updated its comprehensive directory of student jobs. With 50+ well-known employers listed and links to their student job application details, getting a part-time job is a lot easier with this guide: https://www.moneyhub.co.nz/student-jobs.html
Upcoming Events
Please check back in Term 1 2023 or check in Connexions
Broadening Horizons, Improving Wellbeing, Discovering Strengths and Becoming Work Ready
My Mahi is an online interactive tool available to all students and staff at SGHS. Within My Mahi students are able to build a CV, explore education and training courses within New Zealand, develop a work-ready portfolio, and keep track of their NCEA credits. Click HERE to log into MyMahi.
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