Worlds of Work

Worlds of Work takes learning out of the classroom and into some of Australia’s most vibrant workplaces.

WOW offers students in Years 9 and 10 a unique educational experience. Over five days, they get the opportunity to tap into the resources and knowledge of diverse organisations. WOW students will discover the city, interview executives and employees, learn how to network, hear from inspirational speakers and engage in skills development workshops.

“The WOW program has broadened my outlook on life and my future career. I have learnt so much about myself, about other people and how I can communicate with a range of people and understand them. This is a fantastic program and I recommend it to everyone and anyone.” WOW student

“I’ve been teaching for 30 years, and I have to say that this week was the best week of my career!” WOW teacher

WOW benefits…

students

helping them to recognise and communicate their strengths and abilities

developing social skills and networks

building their understanding of what success means for them

increasing their knowledge of possible career pathways and employment practices

schools, teachers and communities

• extending school networks and boosting resources
• parking new ideas to take back to the classroom
• providing excellent professional development opportunities for teachers
• engaging the community in education and closing the gap between the classroom and the workplace
• addressing disadvantage by supporting schools on a needs basis

workplace partners

• creating leadership development opportunities for staff
• giving insight into young people
• strengthening commitment to corporate social responsibility

In 2008, the Australian Youth Research Centre conducted an evaluation of the WOW program: Succeeding in the Global Worlds of Life & Work.