The Industry Speaker Bank (ISB) is a ready resource of local volunteers from varied backgrounds, job roles and career pathways eager to share their knowledge with young people about their career journey.
Industry Speaker Bank
Speakers are available to deliver inspiring presentations via online platforms to students as part of your school’s career activities.
Let us connect you with a local industry / vocational expert to enhance your students learning experience.
- Explore inspiring career pathways
- Specific business or industry-related careers advice
- Career planning with employment specialists
- Work readiness tips
Book a Speaker
What you need to know…
Our speakers work on a volunteer basis; therefore, availability is determined by the amount of notice given. Planning is essential in securing your speakers that match your criteria.
For schools, as per provisions set out by the Department of Education & Training teachers and students may be asked to conduct a survey upon participation in the ISB program.
Career Exploration Series
Introducing our new Career Exploration Series. Discover, Explore, Get Ready
The Industry Speaker Bank (ISB) Career Exploration Series is an exciting opportunity for students to learn more about different career fields, jobs of the future and the rapidly changing world of work. Each series will showcase a range of emerging industry sectors, what it’s like to work in a variety of different workplaces that will aim to open students’ eyes to a world of job options.
Catch up on Series Two
Explore the following webinars;
- Apprentice Readiness Training with Scott Collom from Young Workers Centre (PDF Presentation Slides| Info booklet)
- Apprenticeships & Pathways with Daniel Grech from Mas Experience (PDF Presentation Slides)
- Construction Industry, Carpentry & Small Business with Carpenter, Dillon Norris (PDF Presentation Slides)
Catch up on Series One
Explore the following webinars;
Apprenticeships & Pathways with Daniel Grech from Mas Experience (PDF Presentation Slides)
International Freight, Transport & Logistics with Robert Brown from Make Your Mov (PDF Presentation Slides)
Horticulture with David Reid from Nursery & Garden Industry Victoria. Information for Schools - Career_Guide
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ISB - Career Conversations
Delve into a variety of industry sectors and listen to the people who work in them. Career Conversations explores the different career paths and work journey from local industry professionals.
Request a Speaker
Complete the following form.
For general enquiries about the Industry Speaker Bank contact:
Tom Burgess
Manager of Education and Industry Partnerships
( Tues - Fridays)