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Connecting industry with tomorrow’s talent

Meet motivated secondary school students and school leavers and help grow the next generation of tradespeople.

Meaningful career pathways start with real‑world experiences

 

Preparing students for life after school means giving them opportunities to see where their interests can take them. MITO connects learners with industry so they can experience real workplaces, meet employers, and understand the skills and career pathways available across our sectors.

From behind‑the‑scenes industry visits to events that bring students and employers together, our initiatives help young people explore hands‑on careers, build confidence, and imagine themselves stepping into the workforce.

Discover future apprentices

MITO's secondary school programmes provides Year 11 to 13 students a great introduction to a rewarding career in the trades.

  • StartUp (Automotive) – Students learn the workshop tools, safety, and basic tasks
  • ShiftUp (Road transport and logistics) – Students discover heavy vehicles, logistics, and safe operations
  • RockUp (Surface mining and quarrying) – Students experience extraction sites, gear, and equipment up close

By becoming a StartUp, ShiftUp, or RockUp employer through MITO, you are offering interested and engaged students the opportunity to spend one or two days a week on site, where they will gain practical, hands-on experience.

You may also choose to offer students work in the school holidays, or for those leaving school, you may even find your next apprentice!

To become a StartUp, ShiftUp, or RockUp employer, please fill in the form below and we'll be in touch. 

Industry Bus Tours

MITO’s Automotive Careers Bus Tours are free, fully-organised tours that give secondary school teachers, career advisors, and gateway coordinators the chance to bring Year 11–13 students behind the scenes of the automotive industry. 

Each tour visit showcases the exciting career pathways available through on-the-job learning and apprenticeships.

Want to host a tour? Get in contact to find out more.

Quick tip

Our Vocational Careers Advisors are here to help!

If you have any questions please reach out to MITO's Vocational Careers Advisors.

Contact our Vocational Careers Advisors:

Become a StartUp, ShiftUp, or RockUp employer

Find your next apprentice or trainee

Enrol an existing employee

Support them to gain a qualification

List a job with MITO

Get your vacancy in front of keen learners

Register on Job Hub

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