Hey Guys! I am writing in regard to my up and coming school work experience. I am to spend 5 days in a field of work that I may like to pursue in my after school future. My name is Andy McPherson, I am seeking work experience in the field of Journalism and in particular in regards to magazines, also in the field of marine biology or marine science, since a very young age I have had an undying passion for all things aquatic. My interests include aquariums, diving, underwater photography, free diving, spearfishing and kite surfing. As you can see all of my hobbies connect with the ocean. I have always wanted a career in marine or journalism so I am grabbing this opportunity to have a sneak peak into my passion. So if you could help me or assist me with leads it would be much appreciated. I am based in Bundaberg but have contacts in Melbourne, Perth, Brisbane, Townsville and the sunshine coast.

if anyone has any input that would assist it would be greatly appreciated

Go for it. just keep in mind your a long time doing somthing you dont like.take
look at all the options some times things dont turn out to be what we expected. having said that some times you can discover new intrests you never know mate. just enjoy your self and take it all in.

"Work experience" kids cost the employer quite a lot, so finding one willing to take you on is a coup all of its own. Often employers willing to take w/e kids are on the lookout for new and interesting talent. So, whatever you do, do it well and to the best of your ability and keep the attitude good. The right person is at least as good as the right qualifications.

Good on ya for being proactive.

good on you mate. It's always good to do something you enjoy for a living. Don't want to be a downer or anything, just be aware Journo's on average don't make a lot of coin but you might be the next big thing. Also marine scientists are normally very very qualified (ie PHD) before they get a proper job due to competition in the field. Lots of people would like to buz around and dive for a living (including lots of euros here in our universities) so there is a lot of competition for limited positions in organisations that are always struggling for funding. In fact I think marine biology has one of the highest unemployed rates by graduates. You aren't at the age yet where you should really be considering these things, I just wish people had given me sensible career advice over the years. There is also the adage that do something you enjoy for a living and you soon wont enjoy it anymore, and there is a reason why people slug it out as accountants or proctologists or whatever even though they don't enjoy it so much, and thats usually because the pay is better.

If you have someone you can stay with in Townsville you should try the AIMS (australian institute of marine science) you may even get a boat trip and you might be able to have a kite with andy yates. several of the local kiters are (euro)marine biology students. soon to be employed at KFC probably.