Discover What's Next
Whether you're finishing school, exploring a career change, returning to study or looking to upskill, the Careers & Futures Expo is your opportunity to explore what's possible.
Held during National Skills Week through matching events in Shepparton and Wodonga, the Expo brings together education, industry and career experts to help you make informed decisions about your future.
No matter where you are in your journey, you'll leave with ideas, advice and practical next steps.
Why join us?
The Careers & Futures Expo is for anyone looking to explore the pathways to their future career. It’s designed for students, parents, employers and career practitioners alike. Whether you’re seeking a first job, upskilling for a career change or looking to connect with future talent, there’s something here for you.
- Meet employers to discover current and future job opportunities across a wide range of industries
- Speak with universities, TAFEs and education providers to compare study and training options
- Learn about apprenticeships, traineeships and vocational pathways that match your interests and goals
- Connect with support services, career advisors and both past and present students, sharing advice and real-life experience.
Expo Sessions:
| GOTAFE - Shepparton | Wodonga TAFE - Wodonga |
|---|---|
| 3:00 – 7:00pm | 3:00 – 7: 00pm |
| 25 August 2026 | 27 August 2026 |
| 152 Fryers St, Shepparton | 87 McKoy St, Wodonga |
Meet With Educators
Onsite you can talk through your study options for a wide range of course areas:
| GOTAFE - Shepparton | |
|---|---|
| Automotive & Engineering (Workshop Tours) | Hair & Beauty (in-Salon Demonstrations) |
| Construction & Plumbing | Hospitality & Baking (Barista Showcase) |
| Electrotechnology & Refrigeration | Environment and Animal Industries |
| Nursing, Pathology & Allied Health (Lab Tours) | Early Childhood Education & School Based Support |
| Individual & Disability Support, Community Services | Business & IT |
| Creative Arts | DECA (Wodonga TAFE) |
| Rural operations (Wodonga TAFE) |
Get Informed
Learn about career pathway opportunities:
| GOTAFE - Shepparton | |
|---|---|
| VET Delivered to Secondary Students (VDSS) | Skills and Jobs Centre |
| Apprenticeships & traineeships | University pathways |
Find Facilities & Support
Find out how future students are supported at GOTAFE:
| GOTAFE - Shepparton | |
|---|---|
| Library facilities | Koorie Unit |
| Support and wellbeing services | WorldSkills Competitions |
Skills and Jobs Centres
The Skills and Jobs Centre provide you with professional, personalised career advice for free. No appointment needed, just see our team any time throughout the event.
Available services:
Resume Health Checks (10 mins)
Bring your resume (digital or printed) and we’ll walk you through what looks good, what could use some polishing and what employers might be looking for.- Career Chats (20 mins)
A quick discussion around your career goals and some fast, practical steps you could take to get there.
Want an in-depth discussion? Visit the Skills and Jobs Centre page to see what other services are available and to book in an appointment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Want to know more? We've got all the answers you need.
What is the Careers & Futures Expo?
The Careers & Futures Expo is a free event, hosted by GOTAFE and Wodonga Tafe designed to help attendees explore study options, training pathways and career opportunities.
If you're still figuring out what's next, the Expo is a great place to discover different industries, browse career ideas, and learn about the study and training options available to you.
If you already have a career goal in mind, you can connect with industry experts, employers, education providers and GOTAFE staff to learn about the qualifications, pathways and opportunities that can help you achieve it.
Whether you're a secondary school student, school leaver, job seeker, career changer, parent, or community member, the Careers and Futures Expo provides practical information and advice to help you take the next step with confidence.
Who should attend?
The Expo is open to anyone interested in exploring their future career or study pathway, including:
- Secondary school students
- School leavers
- Apprentices and trainees
- Job seekers
- Parents and guardians
- Career changers
- Community members looking to upskill or retrain
- Current students looking at postgraduate options
No matter where you are in your journey, the Careers and Futures Expo offers valuable information and connections.
Is the Expo free to attend?
Yes. Attendance is completely free, however we ask that you please register to help us plan for the event and keep you informed about updates. Register here.
Do I need to register?
Yes. We encourage all attendees to register before the event. Registration is quick, free and helps ensure you receive the latest event information. Register here.
What can I expect at the Expo?
Attendees can:
- Meet local business and industry representatives
- Speak with GOTAFE teachers and student ambassadors
- Explore training and career pathways
- Learn about apprenticeships and traineeships
- Connect with universities and other education providers
- Participate in tours and interactive activities
Can parents or guardians attend?
Absolutely. Parents and guardians play an important role in career and study decisions, and are encouraged to attend. The Expo provides information and resources to help support future planning conversations.
Can I learn about apprenticeships and traineeships?
Yes. You'll be able to speak with industry representatives and GOTAFE staff about apprenticeship and traineeship pathways, including school-based and post-school options.
What should I bring?
It is not a requirement for attendees to bring anything to the event. We recommend bringing:
- A notebook or device for taking notes
- Questions about courses, careers or industries that interest you
I’ve registered and now I cannot come, what should I do?
If you can no longer attend the Careers & Futures Expo, please update or cancel your registration through your TryBooking account. This helps us manage attendee numbers and ensure places are available for others who wish to attend.
If you're having trouble accessing or updating your booking, please contact the GOTAFE team and we'll be happy to assist via events@gotafe.vic.edu.au.
I can't make it to the event, but I'd still like to visit a campus or speak with someone about studying at GOTAFE. What should I do?
If you're interested in a specific course, we recommend visiting the course page on the GOTAFE website and submitting an enquiry directly from that page. This will help start the process to connect you with the most appropriate team member or trainer.
If your enquiry is more general, or you'd like to arrange a campus tour, please submit an online enquiry here and we'll help connect you with the right person.
Our team can provide information about study options, pathways, student support services and campus facilities, even if you're unable to attend the Expo.
How do businesses and industry representatives’ partner with the event to exhibit?
We welcome expressions of interest from businesses, employers, industry groups and community organisations interested in exhibiting at the Careers & Futures Expo – whether it be one event or at both the Shepparton and Wodonga events (if relevant).
To learn more about exhibitor opportunities, please review the Information Pack and complete the Exhibitor Expression of Interest (EOI) form. Our team will review your submission and contact you regarding availability and next steps.
If you have additional questions after reviewing the information, please contact the GOTAFE team via marketing@gotafe.vic.edu.au.
Who can I contact if I have questions?
Before reaching out, please review all the information available on the Careers & Futures Expo webpage, as many common questions about registration, exhibitors, event details and activities are answered there.
If you still can't find what you're looking for, our team is happy to help. You can get in touch with GOTAFE via events@gotafe.vic.edu.au.
Can I attend both Wodonga and Shepparton Expo events?
Absolutely! Each event holds information for courses and industry partnerships that are relevant to each region. This means that there are some careers areas and courses that are on show at both events, and some that are unique to each event.
For information about what’s on offer in Shepparton, head to Careers & Futures Expo 2026 | GOTAFE
For information about what’s on offer in Wodonga, head to Careers and Futures Expo
Get more from National Skills Week
National Skills Week (August 24-28) is Australia’s annual week long celebration of vocational education and training. Nationally this week promotes the job opportunities and diverse career pathways that come from Australia's TAFE and VET sectors.
