NAME: HG:____________________________________________________________________

____________________________________________________________________Work Experience takes place for all MSC students for one week in Year 10. Next

year the work experience week will be from Monday 15th May to Friday 19th May 2017

____________________________________________________________________

Year 9Work Experience Preparation

Year 9 and 10 Work experience preparation program 2016/17. Name ________________________

Checklist of things to be done:During your year 9 work experience preparation program in

either your Endeavour or LOTE classes.

Task Date Completed

Teacher’s signature

Complete the Job Guide Exercise. You must use the website: http://www.gooduniversitiesguide.com.au/career/search#.V7tzjTV2aV9 to complete this task.

Watch the following Workplace Learning Toolbox videos. They can be accessed at http://www.montypathways.com/workplace-learning-toolbox.html

Students to complete the WORKWISE - Workplace Safety for Students activity sheet (in your booklet) before and during the videos

First, watch the video Then Date Complet

ed

Teacher’s Signature

Workwise - Introduction to Workplace learning: Complete activity sheet WORKWISE - Workplace Safety for Students and place in folder.

Safe@Work Certificates available on www.montypathways.com Work Experience page

Date completed

Teacher’s signature

Safe@Work – General Certificate awarded and placed in folder.Safe@Work – Industry specific certificate awarded and placed in folder.2nd Industry specific certificate awarded and placed in folder.3rd Industry specific certificate awarded and placed in folder.4th Industry specific certificate awarded and placed in folder.

Your Initial sales pitch to employers Date completed

Teacher’s Signature

Master Resumé written and on file and placed in folder. (Update as you make changes)Master cover letter written and on file and placed in folder. (Revise for each job application)

The essential paperwork Date completed

Teacher’s signature

If the employer has agreed to take you as a work experience student from 15th to 19th May 2017, or at another time approved by your work experience coordinator, fill in a yellow form (they are outside the Careers Office on the table) and hand it to Mr Hallsworth. You can also download a form from hereYou will receive an envelope containing a “Work experience Arrangement Form” and a letter to your employer. The form must be signed by:

Your Employer Your Parent / Guardian You

Then, by the Principal.YOU CANNOT GO ON WORK EXPERIENCE IF YOU HAVE NOT HAD THIS FORM SIGNED BY ALL OF THE ABOVE!

ALL COMPLETED?

In your year 10 Industry and Enterprise class

To be done BEFORE your work experience

Date worksheet Completed and placed in folder.

Teacher signature

Students to watch the following videos and answer the accompanying worksheets – they can be located

at http://www.montypathways.com/workplace-

learning-toolbox.html Common hazards in the workplace Bullying and Sexual Harassment Preparing for Work Placement

Community Enterprise Case Study. Date completed

Teacher signature

This is the activity based around your trip to the Were Street shopping centre in Montmorency.

For during and after your work experience Date completed and placed in folder

Teacher’s signature

Work experience assignmentWork experience journalWork experience survey

Careers surveyPowerPoint Assignment – Career Research

Copy of your employer evaluation form (from careers teacher)

Preparing for your Senior School choices. Date completed and placed in folder.

Teacher’s signature

Complete your online MIPS form, arrange MIPS interview and printed copy of MIPS plan received from

Careers teacher.Where to Now? Task

CHOICE task

NAME: _____________________________ Home Group: _____

2016 Year 10 Work Experience Preparation For Year 9 Students in 2015

This will be completed during your Endeavour or LOTE classes in Term 3

Instructions for students

Part One: Career Choice and OH&S

Topic Task Handout Reference1. Career choice

Complete the Job Guide Exercise

Job Guide Exercise- See below

JOB GUIDE p4 - 25 & 49 >AlsoOnline here

2. Safe@Work Video

Complete the Workwise activity sheet

Workise-Workplace safety for students

VideoAlsoHere on Montypathways.com.

3.OH&S Complete the General and at least one Industry Specific certificate

OH&S Safe@Work

Computerswww.education.vic.gov.au/safe@workandhere on Montypathways.com

Part Two: Resume Writing and Cover Letter

Topic Task Handout Reference1. Resume Writing

One page typed Resume

Sample Resume Common Drive>Careers/Work Experience>Sample Resume 2010

2.Letter to Employers

Complete typed letter

Sample letter Common Drive>Careers/Work Experience>Sample Cover Letter 2010

These TWO pieces of writing are to be submitted to your Endeavour or LOTE teacher. Make sure you submit both of them and get your name marked off the list.

Bring a USB and copy your Resume and Letter so that you can take it home and update them regularly.

Information and Procedures forYear 10 Work Experience: 16-20 May 2016

General Information

There have been rules introduced regarding Work Experience for school students. This means that:

Some positions are not available such as positions in the mining, fishing, and meat production industries.

Students must complete their Safe@Work Certificates before commencing Work Experience.

The Work Experience Arrangement Form is a legal requirement and must be signed by the student, parent/guardian and employer and returned to the Careers Office for processing and principal’s signature.

Steps in organising Work Experience

When organising your work experience for next year, the following steps need to be followed:

Fill out the Student Information Form at the back of this booklet and have it signed by your parent and return it to the Careers Office by the end of November 2015.

Contact possible employers. Check online, in newspapers, with friends, neighbours etc for ideas and contacts. See the careers teacher if you are having difficulty or need help with ideas. Go to http://www.montypathways.com/work-experience.html where you will find a list of links to some very interesting work experience positions.

Write to employers using the sample letter in this booklet as a guide. You will be given time in Endeavour and LOTE classes in Term 3 to work on this.

Phone possible employers to find out if they are receptive about having a work experience student and whether they are available to have a student for one week from Monday 16th to Friday 20th May 2016.

Once you have sent a letter, or if the employer has indicated they are considering your request, make sure you contact them again within two weeks.

Once you have secured a verbal arrangement for work experience with your potential employer, note down the details of the employer and complete the Work Experience Contact Details form, available from the Careers Office. A Work Experience Arrangement Form will be produced using these details and this is the legal form that needs to be signed by you, your parent/guardian and the employer.

Ensure that all parts of the form are filled out correctly and return it to the Careers Office. Once it has been checked it will be signed by the principal and processed.

Two copies will be given to you, one for yourself and one for you to give the employer.

All Work Experience Arrangement Forms must be returned to school and signed by 19th February 2016.

All students will attend sessions on work experience procedures, Occupational Health & Safety and personal conduct during Endeavour/LOTE classes.

Work Experience cannot be commenced without the completed and signed Work Experience Arrangement Form and without attending the OH&S session.

Building positions will require a White Card OH&S Certificate, which involves students completing a one day course and has an approximate cost of $80 per student.

If you have any questions about Work Experience, please see Mr Hallsworth or Mrs Mackey.

Different Work Experience Areas

Consider the environment in which you wish to work - outdoor, office, trade, large people-based or small and personalised etc.

The type of work: practical/manual, clerical/admin or people focused

The Career Area: Creative/ArtisticAnalytic/ScientificHelping/AdvisingPractical/MechanicalNature/RecreationOrganising/ClericalPersuading/Service

In the past, successful arrangements have been made with the following organisations:

Banyule and Nillumbik Councils Hospitals - Austin Courts - Heidelberg and City Science laboratories/organisationsSchools/Kindergartens Sports Clubs and FacilitiesVet Clinics Local Trades peopleChild Care Centres Legal Offices Hairdressers Supermarkets/Retail stores Army - catering and music school Ford Broadmeadows

Please Note:

Schools, Kindergartens and Not for Profit Organisations, Commonwealth Govt etc often have a policy of no payment for work experience students

Remember the formula: send out 20 letters or make 20 phone calls = 5 replies (3 negative and 2 positive)

Useful websites:

www.youthcentral.vic.gov.au/

www.abc.net.au/acedayjobs/faqs/s1360768.htm

www.myfuture.edu.au/The%20Facts/Careers/What%20is%20a%20Career/Work %20Experience.aspx

www.montypathways.com

Work Experience Preparation

APPROACHING EMPLOYERS:Personal Contacts: Do you have a family contact, a neighbour or a friend who knows employers in the area you would like to have your work experience with? If so, speak with them and give them a copy of the Employer Letter which explains the Work Experience Program. If there are any concerns, see the Work Experience coordinator.

Using the Phone Directory, Local Phone Book or Internet searchThe internet is the easiest way to find businesses quickly. Here are some search tips:

True Local http://www.truelocal.com.au/ You can specify the type of business eg. Lawyer, Plumber, Architect and the location by postcode or suburb.

Google some keywords or terms eg. “Work experience Melbourne” or “Careers in Journalism” or even a business name like “Herald Sun work experience” etc.

Large firms may take work experience students and many have well developed Work Experience Programs. You can go directly to their websites. For example, Ford, Telstra and many other firms have Work Experience Programs.

Smaller companies or business owners often take students for work experience on a ‘first come, first served ‘ basis and will simply note your name and school in their diary for a particular week. Once they have agreed, you would need to make a time with them to get your work experience form signed.

When ‘phoning have a script written that goes something like this:

‘Hello, I’m Jane Citizen, would I be able to speak to the person who organises your work experience please?

Once you are talking to the right person -

‘Good afternoon, I’m Jane from Montmorency Secondary College. We are going to have Work Experience next year during 16th – 20th May 2016. I was wondering if I could do my Work Experience week with your company?’

Expect to be asked why you would like Work Experience with that particular area or company, and have an answer prepared. E.g.-

‘I have always been interested in animals and I would enjoy working with them’‘I enjoy computer subjects at school and would value the chance to find out more about the IT area’‘I would like to find out more about carpentry, and I feel a Work Experience in this area would help me in considering this as a future career.’

If the employer agrees to have you on Work Experience, make a time to call in and meet them and have your work Experience Form signed. However, they may ask you to send your Resume and Cover Letter first.

Canvassing Businesses (this is another method of finding work experience) Once you have completed your resume, photocopy at least 10 and visit businesses

that you think are appropriate for work experience. Check with your Careers Teacher if you are not sure.

Dress neatly, school uniform is fine, and speak clearly. Ask to see the manager, or someone who is in charge of the business. Always start by saying who you are. Eg -

“Hello, I’m John Citizen and I’m from Montmorency Secondary College. We are going to have Work Experience next year from May 16th to 20th andI was wondering if it would be possible to complete my work experience with your company”

If the person in charge is not there, ask when they will be and arrange to come back then, or ask for the phone number so you can ring them.

Leave a copy of your resumé with the business so they will know who you are, when you ring back.

NOTE: Sound enthusiastic and always thank the person for their time.

PROCEDURES FOR WORK EXPERIENCE:NOTE:Once you have an Employer, you must bring their details on the YELLOW Work Experience Contact Form to the Work Experience Coordinator at school so that your Legal Form can be printed off. You can get a copy of the YELLOW form from outside the Careers Office or you can download it from http://www.montypathways.com/work-experience.html (but it won’t be yellow:)

Make sure you include all of the required information on the form.

After you hand in the YELLOW form, you will receive the WHITE “Work Experience Arrangement Form” you need to get this form signed by:

You Your parent/guardian Employer

Then return it to the Work Experience Coordinator who will check the details, ensure you have completed your Safe@Work Units, and have them endorsed by the Principal.

Then, THAT’S IT! You’ve organised your work experience - Well done!

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JOB GUIDE Exercise

Work experience is extremely valuable because it offers you a chance to learn about the working world and its relationship to your subjects and study at school. It may also give you extra selection points if you later apply for entry to a TAFE course.

1. Go to this websitehttp://www.gooduniversitiesguide.com.au/career/search#.V7tzjTV2aV9

2. In the “Type of work” box, for each of the seven choices, click the “search” button and choose one career that you think may be of interest to you. Explore careers by clicking on the link. Put your choice in the table below.

3. In the third column number each category from your highest [1] to lowest [7] after reading the descriptions from the career links

Type of Work List one Career in Each Group Preference 1-7

Creative / ArtisticAnalytic / ScientificHelping / AdvisingPractical / MechanicalNature / RecreationOrganising / ClericalPersuading / Service

4. For your first and second preferences, in the table below list the information in detail about these two jobs from the job descriptions from the career links.

Your Top Two Preferences

Career Choice 1 Career Choice 2

Education Level Required Education Level Required

Training Required Training Required

List where you can go for further Information.

List where you can go for further Information.

You will notice that when you look at the categories of different work types in the Job Guide, Skill Levels from 1 to 5 appear next to them. This refers to the educational level that you require.

Semi-skilledMost occupations in this group have a level of skill equal to a Certificate I or compulsory secondary education. Some occupations offering an entry pathway through an Australian Apprenticeship fall into this category.

For some occupations a short period of on-the-job training may be required in addition to or instead of a formal qualification. In some cases, no formal qualification or on-the-job training may be required.

Skilled non-tradeMost occupations in this group have a level of skill equal to a Certificate II or III. Some occupations offering a pathway through an Australian Apprenticeship fall into this category.

As least one year of relevant experience may be done in place of the formal qualifications previously mentioned. In some cases relevant experience may be required in addition to the formal qualification.

Skilled tradeMost occupations in this group require a level of skill equal to Certificate III or Certificate IV. Some occupations offering a pathway through an Australian Apprenticeship fall into this category.

At least three years of relevant experience may be done in place of the formal qualifications previously mentioned. In some cases relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.

Para professionalMost occupations in this group require the completion of an Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma or Diploma. Study is often undertaken at the Registered Training Organisation (RTO), including TAFE institutes. Some occupations offering a pathway through an Australian Apprenticeship fall into this category. Some universities also offer studies at this level.

At least three years of relevant experience may be done in place of the formal qualifications mentioned above. In some cases, relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.

ProfessionalMost occupations in this group require the completion of a Bachelor Degree or higher qualification. Study is usually undertaken at university.

At least five years of relevant experience may be done in place of the formal qualification. In some cases, relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification.

SAMPLE Covering Letter to send to employers

[Change the information that has an * to suit the position you are applying for and remember to sign it once it has been printed!]

(Insert your address here)*5 Jones Street

Montmorency Vic 3094

*5th September 2017

*Mr PA HillRound Electrics10 Para RoadGreensborough Vic 3088

Dear *Mr Hill

I am writing to ask whether it would be possible for you to give me a work experience placement in your business next year, for the week of 15th May - 19th May inclusive. I would be very grateful if I could gain some experience in the *electrical field, because I am considering a career as an *electrician after I leave school, and I would like to have the opportunity at this early stage to find out more about what the job really entails.

I am a student at Montmorency Secondary College, and next year I shall be in Year 10. My subjects currently in Year 9 and for Year 10 include *Mathematics, Science, Graphics and Japanese.

Enclosed is a reference from *Martha Bright for whom I do part-time work, gardening and baby-sitting on Saturdays. I have also attached a letter about the work experience program from my careers teachers, who can speak to you further about my application if you wish (phone 9422 1500). I can be contacted at the above address or by telephone on *(insert mobile no. here) after *4:30pm on weekdays.

Thank you for your consideration and I look forward to hearing back from you in the near future.

Yours sincerely

*Matthew Richards

Writing a ResumeA resume – sometimes called a ‘Curriculum Vitae’ or ‘CV’ – is a summary of your skills, education and work experience. A good resume demonstrates how your skills and abilities match up with the requirements of a job.

FAQ

How long should a resume be? Resumes give you the opportunity to sell yourself to a potential employer. A resume is not an exhaustive list - if it’s too long, it probably won’t get read at all. The best resumes are usually no longer than one or two pages.

Do I need to change my resume every time? You should change your resume with every job application so that it lists the skills and experiences you have that are most relevant to the job you’re applying for. A tailored resume will be much more successful than a generic one, even though it means more preparation.

What if I don’t have much experience? While things like your academic record and work experience are typical ways to show how suited you are to a particular job, these are not the only things you should include. There are other ways to demonstrate that you are the right person for the job, including your:

Personal traits - you’re an honest worker, you enjoy being part of a team Strengths - things you’re good at or enjoy Experiences - volunteering or extracurricular activities Key responsibilities and achievements - any awards or recognition that you’ve received

either at school or for sport or in the community

How do I organise the information on my resume? The structure of your resume will vary depending on your work experience and education and training background.

A resume usually sets out information in a reverse order – your most recent work experience and study details should be first on the list.

What do I include on my resume?Here’s a brief rundown on the essential things to include on your resume.

Personal detailsFull name and contact details including address, telephone number/s and email address.

Education and trainingA summary of your education and training history starting with your most recent studies, making sure you include all training that’s relevant to the job you’re applying for.

Employment historyStart with your most recent work history and work backwards chronologically, listing the name of the employer, the job title, the dates you worked there and your responsibilities, tasks and achievements. Make sure you include everything that’s relevant to the job.

Skills and abilitiesA list of the things you’re good at. These can be general skills or skills specific to a particular job. List them under broad heading such as ‘Communication’ and ‘Teamwork’.

Career objective (optional)Tell the employer what type of job you want to end up with – this shoos that you’ve given thought to your future career.

Interests (optional)A list of your hobbies and interests - this gives employers more information about you and also shows other areas of your life where you’ve gained experience such as teamwork and commitment.Referees

List people who can talk about how good a worker you are. Make sure you get their permission before including them on your resume. List their name, company name and occupation, and contact details.

Sample ResumeThis sample resume has been designed as a starting point for you to write your own resume. You can choose to leave out some sections and expand on other sections depending on your particular skills and experience.

Tip # 1 - Your resume should be no longer than three pages. If it’s longer, there’s a good chance that people won’t want to read it.

Tip # 2 - Be specific. When listing your interests, name the clubs (sporting/social/other) you’re a member of and any competitions you’ve participated in.

Remember, your resume should include:

Activities you’ve taken part in - at school, in clubs or community groups, or ever just with friends.

Skills you’ve developed – not just at school, these can be skills you’ve learned from helping out at home or helping friends, teachers or relatives.

Your leadership and teamwork experience – think about the roles you’ve played in groups you’ve joined, eg. you may have strong leadership abilities or be great at following instruction, completing tasks or helping other people.

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RESUME CHECKLIST

After you’ve written your resume, and before sending it, go through this checklist:

Proofreading Make sure there aren’t any spelling mistakes, typos or grammatical errors

Tailoring Make sure everything you mention shows how well-suited you are for the job you’re applying for

Presentation Make sure the resume is well laid out, easy to read and printed o clean, white paper in a standard font (such as Times New Roman, Arial or Verdana) and a standard size (10 or 12 point).

Detail Make sure you’ve provided specific examples of your achievements and how you’ve used the skills you have

Matthew RichardsD.O.B. 18.02.1997

Personal Details_______________________________________

Address: 12 Orchard Grove, Greensborough 3088

Mobile: 0401 234 567

Email: matthew.richards@gmail.com

Career Objective (optional) ____________________________________________

I am seeking the opportunity to expand my skills,knowledge and experience in a junior role. I am eagerto learn and open to tackling a range of tasks. I am astrong team player and always complete tasks to a highdegree of quality and to deadline.

Achievement & Abilities____________________________________________

Completed basic first aid A team player, able to motivate Organised and pay attention to detail Take pride in work and always achieve tasks to

high quality Knowledge and practical use of personal computer

including word processing, spreadsheets, email andwebsites

Education & Employment

A career objective explains what you’re looking for and what you can offer. It shows that you’ve thought about what kind of work you want to do

Even if you’re just starting out, it’s good to write down what you would like out of a job and what’s the best thing you can offer

Keep it brief (one or two sentences). It can be written specifically to suit each job you apply for or it can be more general to suit your overall career or job goals

Achievements Include any formal achievements

e.g. awards or certificates such as First Aid, a music or sport qualification

Now think about more informal achievements (things you’re proud of) based on your activities, hobbies and interests both in school and out of school e.g. clubs you belong to, tasks you help out with at home or in the community

Abilities Jot down things that you do well

(think about what other people say you’re good at – or better still, ask friends or family to make the list for you)

Provide your usual postal address, including the postcode

Provide your daytime phone number (home and/or mobile). Make sure your phone has a clear voicemail message or that there is someone available to take a message for you

You don’t legally have to include your date of birth - it’s up to you whether you want to

Provide your full name (or the name you like to be called) not just your initials

Provide an email address (it looks more professional to use an email address with your name in it, rather than one you use with friends e.g. sugar.coated@hotmail.com)

_______________________________________Sample AEducationYear 9, Montmorency Secondary College 2015

Work HistoryAfter School Care Assistant (volunteer)Eltham Primary School, 2011 to presentSchool Work ExperienceCustomer service and other dutiesGreensborough Bakery

Sample BEducationYear 9, Montmorency Secondary College 2012English PassHistory CreditMathematics PassBiology CreditGeography PassPhysical Education Credit

Work HistoryAfter School Care Assistant (volunteer)Eltham Primary School, 2011 to presentCore skills: assistance with activities, participation andcreation of activities, answering phone, parent inquiries,cleaning, assistance in preparation of snacks, general administration

School Work ExperienceRetail Assistant Greensborough Bakery

Core skills: customer service, cash handling, food handling,cleaning duties

Interests________________________________

Swimming School basketball team member – premiership

team in 2009, 2010 and 2011 Babysitting for neighbours Computer Club member Member Rock Eisteddfod Challenge 2010 Member SRC 2010, 2011, 2012

Referees________________________________________

Include any relevant work experience (position, name of employer and length of employment) and if relevant list skills and achievements for each job. Start with the most recent and work back from there

You can also include voluntary work

Writing a bit about what you do in your spare time helps an employer get to know you. It’s another chance to draw attention to your abilities and achievements

Include things like team memberships, long-term interests and any informal training you’ve done through a social club or community group

You can list your subjects and results or just name the last year of school you completed (where and when) - it’s up to you

Jenny SmallAfter School Care Manager, Eltham Primary SchoolMobile: 0412 345 678

Terry UnderwoodTeacher, Montmorency Secondary CollegePhone: 03 9422 1500

(Written reference enclosed)

Who can be a referee?

Someone who knows you well, like a colleague, team-mate, coach, mentor, teacher or another member of the community you’ve worked with or helped out

Including referees

Make sure you provide up-to-date contact details of your referees and always make sure you have permission before including them in a resume.

It also helps to tell referees a bit about the job you’re applying for so they can think about how your skills and abilities will be relevant

Written references

Written references are very useful to add to your resume to highlight your skills. Ask potential referees to write you a reference that describes your best skills and qualities