Virtual work experience
Dive into flight simulations — discover how drone piloting & surveying is a fun career for young people
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Ideal for
14-19
Commitment
12 Hours
Outcome
Microcredentials
Skills badge
Certificate
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At a glance
Gain work experience with internationally renowned Cardno—the environmental and social development giant, dominating markets in more than 100 countries. Experience flight simulations and discover how drone surveying can build a more sustainable environment.
This virtual work experience offers you a taste of what it’s like to be a Drone Pilot at Cardno. You will be working on a geotechnical risk assessment project to upgrade the walking trails at the Murramarang South Coast Walk. Your tasks will include digitally mapping the drone’s route, creating a pre-flight safety checklist accounting for the weather conditions and aerodrome forecast, recording a drone flight simulation, and working with 3D map imagery.
What you will gain
- Understanding of the key disciplines and concepts relevant to the work of a Drone Pilot and GIS Analyst as well as their day-to-day tasks.
- Insight into the established procedures and values driving the decision-making process in a global infrastructure, environmental and social development company like Cardno.
- Experience contributing to a geotechnical risk assessment project, from brief to delivery.
- Feedback on your work and progress from the industry mentor and the virtual work experience facilitator as well as frequent self-reflection opportunities.
- Certified microcredential titled ‘Drone Pilot and GIS Analyst Virtual Work Experience at Cardno’, that can boost your chances of kick-starting a career in areas related to geoscience.
Modules
Week 1 @ Cardno
Week 2 @ Cardno
Week 2 @ Cardno
Week 3 @ Cardno
Week 4 @ Cardno
Prerequisite
To be eligible for the Google Career Certificate Scholarship you must first complete the following Upskilling courses.
Why Grandshake?
Gain real-world work experience anywhere, anytime. Meet industry mentors, discover career pathways, and join a national community.
Self-paced journey
Complete at your own speed, and gain progressive skills from beginner to advanced.
Video check-ins
Touch-base with a community facilitator and receive personalised guidance at every step of the experience.
Pitch your project
Boost your communication and project management skills in one go, and get key stakeholders on board with your idea.
Receive mentor feedback
Network with industry mentors and receive one-on-one feedback on your projects.
Industry-endorsed Microcredential
Receive digital proof of your experience and celebrate your accomplishment with future employers.
Join a national community of students from over 420+ schools
Get help from our community
Get personalised support and feedback from our team, mentors and fellow students.
Build your network
Make connections, discover career opportunities, and collaborate with humans from across Australia.
Real-life experiences
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What students say
Students rate their Grand experience at 4.5/5 🌟
Claire H
Year 12
“I took every opportunity, and work experience was the perfect opportunity to better myself and help me figure out what I want to do after school.”
Arslan P
Year 10
“I did not know what I wanted to do and none of my friends are talking about what they want to do. Thanks to Grandshake I found my passion and sense of clarity.”
Darcey K
Year 12
“Through my first job shadowing, I landed a paid gig. I soon released the benefits of being employed during high school. I found other ways I can start my career and not go crazy about ATAR.”
David T
Year 11
“I found it difficult to interact with my school. But Grandshake was awesome and the work experience helped me develop a sense of responsibility and got me some experience I needed.”
Elaine Q
Year 10
"I absolutely loved this virtual work experience. I feel like I learned a lot, and everything I did learn I will be able to apply to anything I do in the future."
Audrey W
Year 12
"The team put so much effort into making sure you get a lot out of the experience. My favourite part was meeting with industry mentors, and it was really beneficial to see what a real industry career could look like. The experience has helped me with my decision making in year 12."
Monty B
Year 10
"Work experience has confirmed my passion for working in a particular field and motivated me to work hard to realise my dreams."
Oscar T
Year 12
"The Grandshake community has been very engaging and welcoming."
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