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Welcome to our newsletter – Education Quarterly
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Welcome to our new newsletter, Education Quarterly, your go-to resource for all things tech and education! As one of Australia's most successful tech companies, we're passionate about inspiring the next generation of tech experts.
Whether you're a high school student exploring your options, a teacher seeking innovative educational programs, or a career advisor helping students navigate their paths, Education Quarterly has something for you. From student engagement activities to educational programs and tips for a career in software development and tech, we've got you covered. |
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EDUCATION PROGRAM OPPORTUNITIES
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Become a software developer straight out of high school!
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Designed for Year 12 high school leavers, WiseTech’s Earn & Learn program offers a full-time, paid job as a software developer while also providing support through a four-year university degree.
We combine university recognized coursework, real-world experience at one of Australia’s most successful tech companies, and university funding to give students an unparalleled head-start on your career in tech.
Our Earn & Learn program offers an amazing opportunity for Year 12 school leavers combining: |
– Permanent, paid employment as a software developer at WiseTech
– Enrolment in a Bachelor of Computer Science Degree
– A total remuneration, equity and uni fee package valued at ~$300,000* over four-years ( *Terms available on the WiseTech website)
– Technical education, training and mentoring by the industry’s best |
Applications for our 2025 intake are now open. |
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Learn to code for FREE with Grok Academy
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Grok Academy is your home for Digital Technologies education offering classroom-ready online and unplugged resources. Since 2023, the Grok Academy platform, including all of their school courses, resources and content, is free for every Australian and Aotearoa New Zealand student, teacher and parent.
All schools can now access Grok’s resources, from their online interactive courses to their unplugged classroom and home activities, as well as their regular competitions and comprehensive teaching resources. |
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Tips for advancing your coding skills beyond high school
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Whether you're brand new to coding or you're ready to take your skills to the next level, there are a number of courses and opportunities to help you develop and refine your coding skills well beyond your high school years.
We caught up with two of our talented Earn & Learn developers, Ariel Kai Li Daniel and Mitch McKinstry, to get insights and tips to help you advance your coding skills and prepare for a career in tech. |
From curiosity to passion: How Ariel Kai Li Daniel pursued a career in coding
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Ariel Kai Li Daniel developed a curiosity in coding in high school after participating in a programming event by the Girl’s Programming Network. Ariel's curiosity turned to passion, leading her to participate in UTS' Wanago Program where she accelerated her programming skills, before eventually joining WiseTech’s Earn & Learn program in 2024. |
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From high school coder to WiseTech developer: Mitch McKinstry's coding journey
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Mitch McKinstry, an Earn & Learn developer at WiseTech Global, knew from a young age that he wanted to be a software developer. He began his coding journey in Year 7 and spent a lot of his free time learning how to code through resources like Grok Learning, Udemy and YouTube. Mitch's advice for high school students considering a career in tech is to dive into projects that excite you! |
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SHAPE YOUR CAREER AT WISETECH
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Mentoring for success: shaping the next generation of software developers
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Supporting the development of exceptional software developers requires providing them with access to top-tier training and mentorship from industry-leading professionals.
In this article, Holly Craig, a software engineer and Earn & Learn mentor at WiseTech, recounts her journey into the tech industry and shares the joys of mentoring our Earn & Learn developers. |
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UPCOMING EVENTS AND WORKSHOPS
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Meet us at the BiG Day In
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BiG Day In events are for Years 9-12 school students to explore careers in technology, gain insight into ‘university life’ and to help them make better informed decisions about their future.
Join us at the upcoming BiG Day In events in Gold Coast and Canberra.
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BiG Day In - Gold Coast
Thursday 15 August
G40 Auditorium, Ian O'Connor Building,
Griffith University
BiG Day In - Canberra
Tuesday 27 August
ANU Research School of Physics,
60 Mills Road, Acton |
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The NCSS Challenge starts 29 July
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The NCSS Challenge is a programming competition open to all school students and teachers. Run by the Grok Academy team, they’ll teach you how to program as you go along, rather than expecting you to be an expert already. If you’re a seasoned coder, there's something for you too – the problems range from simple to mind-bendingly hard.
The NCSS Challenge starts on Monday, 29 July 2024 and runs for 5 weeks and is free for all Australian and Aotearoa New Zealand school students. |
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Inspire your students: Register for WiseTech to visit your school
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Are you looking to inspire your students and provide them with valuable insights into the world of technology careers? We’re excited to extend an invitation to schools interested in hosting our passionate tech professionals for engaging talks and discussions about career paths in technology.
Register your interest at studentengagement@wisetechglobal.com
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