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

 

View the 2023 Program here | 2024 program coming soon

EVENT PARTNERS 

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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 Careers Festival gives you access to a diverse collective of educators and employers, through an informative, interactive and engaging experience.

FREE EVENT:

The event is free to enter. 

WHEN:

THURSDAY 2 MAY 2024 | 9am to 7pm

FRIDAY 3 MAY 2024 | 9am to 3pm

WHERE:

Gold Coast Sports and Leisure Centre
296 Nerang Broadbeach Rd, Carrara QLD 4211

PARKING: 

Free parking is available at the venue. 

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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 agian in 2024. 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.  

 

Book your free bus here

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EXHIBITOR INFORMATION

JOIN US AS AN EXHIBITOR AT THE GOLD COAST CAREERS FESTIVAL  

The Gold Coast Careers Festival attracts high school students, parents, teachers, career changers and post graduates from the Gold Coast and surrounds. .As an exhibitor, this is your opportunity to meet and engage with your prospective future students, teachers, job seekers and parents.

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

 

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