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 2022 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
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 2022:Â
| Otago Polytechnic | Sunday 31 July and Monday 1 August |
| University of Otago (Invercargill Information evening) | Wednesday 15 June, Ascot Hotel 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm |
| University of Otago (Dunedin) | Sunday 31 July and Monday 1 August |
| SIT (Southern Institute of Technology) |
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| Lincoln University (Christchurch) | Friday 22 July |
| Victoria University (Wellington) | Friday 26 August |
| University of Canterbury | Friday 9 September |
| University of Waikato |
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| Telford Taster Day | To be advised |
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 |
Term 2 Liaison visits 2022:Â
Most liaison visits will be held in Connexions at SGHS unless specified below.
| 03 May, 12:10 pm | Lincoln University |
| 13 May, 10:00 am | Otago University |
Scholarships Available
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
Bombay Palace
(posted 27 May 2022)
Bombay Palace are looking for a part-time waitress/cashier to work 5.30 – 9pm. No experience necessary as training will be provided, however you need to keen to learn, honest and trust-worthy with great interpersonal and customers service skills.
They are open 7 days a week. The successful applicant will work shifts around restaurant needs as well as your sporting, personal and academic commitments. There is potential to cover for delivery if you have the appropriate licence. You need to be 16 years or older.
If this sounds like you, please pop into the restaurant with your CV between 11 – 2 pm, or 4.30 – 9.30 pm and ask for Anil.
SGHS FoodHub
(posted 27 May 2022)
An opportunity has become available for a cashier position at the SGHS FoodHub at interval and lunchtime – prior experience is an advantage. This position is for the remainder of the year.
Please send a letter of application along with your CV to Janine Bye at the Food Hub. Her email address is [email protected]
Glengarry and Windsor Pharmacies
(posted 12 May 2022)
Indian at the Crescent
(posted 06 May 2022)
If the below sounds like you, please apply in person after 5:00 pm Tuesday – Saturday, with a hard copy of your CV and ask for Som.
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I am looking for some students to work in our restaurant during the evening, someone who is eager to learn about hospitality.
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We have evening shifts available and possibly some weekend lunch shifts.
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Ideally I would like someone that has initiative, confidence, a positive attitude, who is also bubbly, polite and professional for the front of house.
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If they have a restricted license they may also get some delivery work, however it is not compulsory.
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The job will include seating customers, taking orders, serving food / drinks, clearing tables and taking phone orders.
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
The Otago/Southland Defence Careers Team will be running Force Information evening on Wednesday 08 June, starting 5:30 pm – 7 pm. For more information regarding these evenings please click HERE.  Please note there will be COVID protocols in place.
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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