WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF ATTENDING THE FESTIVAL
YOUR CHANCE TO MEET AND SPEAK WITH EDUCATORS, LOCAL EMPLOYERS, INDUSTRY BODIES AND TRAINING PROVIDERS UNDER ONE ROOF.
- Find out about studying at Griffith University, Bond University, Southern Cross University and TAFE Queensland
- Visit exhibitors from a wide range of institutions to learn more about possible study options
- Information on Courses / Training / Apprenticeships and Traineeships
- Real Jobs on Offer: Speak to Gold Coast employers to hear about opportunities – both current and future
- FREE Informative Seminars: Hear directly from current students on stage panels.
- FREE Entertaining Stage Demonstrations
- FREE Career Advice: Speak with a Career Advisor about your career direction, job search or bring your resume for review
- FREE Resume Advice
- FREE Career Development Workshops
EXHIBITOR INFORMATION
JOIN US AS AN EXHIBITOR AT THE GOLD COAST CAREERS FESTIVAL
The Gold Coast Careers Festival attracts high school students, parents, teachers and career changers from the Gold Coast and surrounds. As an exhibitor, this is your opportunity to meet and engage with your prospective future students and employees.
Why You Should Exhibit:
- Increase your current prospective student database
- Quality and meaningful face to face conversations
- Student engagement opportunities
- Brand awareness for your organisation/institute
- Promotional opportunity for upcoming events, open days etc
- Expression of interest for speaking and sponsorship opportunities
Exhibitor Prospectus Terms & Conditions
Schools Information
The Careers Festival is the perfect chance for high school students to discover the many career pathways and opportunities available to them. On Thursday and Friday, our talks and demonstrations are designed with high school students in mind, where they can hear from current tertiary students and have access to key education and training providers in the region. Ensure your students do not miss out on the Gold Coast’s largest and most comprehensive careers event.
BUS TRANSPORT FOR SCHOOLS
Bus transportation to and from the event is being offered completely free of charge again in 2025. Buses are limited and will be booked on a first-in first-served basis. To take advantage of this offer, your school must book a minimum of 50 people attending (1 full bus). School visits can be booked in 2 hour sessions. If you would like to use your own school buses or have any questions about the event, please email us [email protected]
The Gold Coast Careers Festival will be open to allow attendance outside of school hours. Bring along your friends and family to discover a world of opportunity and the pathways to your future career.
BUS BOOKING WILL OPEN EARLY TERM 1, 2025
VISITOR INFORMATION
The Gold Coast Careers Festival is one of the largest events of its kind in Queensland, drawing thousands of visitors each year. Whether you’re a high school student, parent, career changer or job seeker, the Gold Coast Careers Festival gives you access to a diverse collective of educators, career specialists, industry experts, guest speakers and employers through an informative, interactive and engaging experience.
While the Gold Coast Careers Festival is open to anyone across the duration of the event, the Thursday evening session is tailored towards career changers, job seekers and parents of school students, offering the opportunity for one-on-one consultations with career specialists, guest speakers and presentations in a more relaxed environment.
FREE EVENT:
The event is free to enter.
WHEN:
Wednesday 14 May 2025 | 9am to 4pm
Thursday 15 May 2025 | 9am to 8pm
WHERE:
Gold Coast Sports and Leisure Centre
296 Nerang Broadbeach Rd, Carrara QLD 4211
PARKING:
Free parking is available at the venue.