The Gateway to Industry Schools – Tourism and Hospitality program is an exciting opportunity for tourism and hospitality businesses to directly engage with the next generation of industry professionals.
By partnering with the program, you can inspire young people, connect with educators and schools, showcase career opportunities and help shape the workforce of tomorrow for industry and your business.
If you’d like to learn more about the program and how you can get involved, please contact our team at [email protected].
1. Host a student work experience placement
Provide students with hands-on industry experience and help them develop practical skills by offering short-term work placements. Work experience is a great way to introduce students to the fast-paced, rewarding world of tourism and hospitality.
2. Participate in industry presentations & guest speaker events
Work with QTIC to co-create unique, hands-on learning experiences for students and teachers through the Tourism and Hospitality Gateway to Industry Schools Program. From site tours and ‘day in the life’ immersions to mocktail making, cookery skills sessions, bed-making competitions, events operations, workshops and more — your involvement helps showcase real-world career pathways and inspire the next generation of industry talent.
3. Support teacher professional development
4. Offer site tours & behind-the-scenes experiences
Enhance educators’ industry knowledge by hosting or participating in Regional Gateway Days — specialised professional development events that build stronger links between education and industry.
5. Support teacher professional development
Help educators stay up to date with industry trends by hosting or participating in Gateway Days – professional development events designed to strengthen the connection between education and industry.
6. Provide sponsorship or in-kind support
Support the program by contributing sponsorships, prizes, scholarships, or in-kind donations such as venue space, equipment, or catering for events. Your business will gain exposure while investing in the future of the industry!
- Build your future workforce: Help nurture and attract young talent into tourism and hospitality.
- Strengthen community connections: Engage with local schools and create valuable partnerships.
- Boost brand awareness: Increase visibility among students, educators and the wider community.
- Shape industry standards: Play a role in ensuring students graduate with relevant, job-ready skills.
This Gateway to Industry Schools program is proudly supported and funded by the Queensland Government.