Awareness and pathways
Informing and inspiring young people to consider a technology career is vital for Australia’s economic future. A recent survey found 45% of students say they did not learn enough about digital skills in high school – despite the ever-increasing demand for technology across the Australian economy.
For this reason, the DSO partnered with school leaver service Year13 to create Tech Expo. Its aim was to inspire young people with the opportunities available to them in technology, and the pathways to get them into great tech careers.
Tech Expo provided rich digital and social content that showcased the breadth of opportunity in technology as well as the need for digital skills in every industry.
The tech expo received over 15,500 visitors and 1.3 million reached on the audience’s preferred channels – Facebook, Instagram and TikTok.
“Love hearing real stories from people that have different paths and showing there are such a range of careers in tech.”
Student
“This is awesome, I had no idea about the different options.”
Student
“Love it, an easy hub with real and practical advice for students.”
Student
