Student stories : Canberra Institute of Technology

Rosalie returns to CIT to redefine her creativity

17 Sep 2025

Rosalie’s connection to CIT spans over two decades, with multiple qualifications and career changes. Now a Visual Arts teacher, she’s shifting toward creating her own studio, showing how lifelong learning and creative passion grow together.

CIT alumna finds purpose in cyber security career change

14 Jul 2025

With a background in business and finance, CIT alumna Dibya made a purposeful mid-career shift to cyber security, driven by a desire to protect others and supported by industry-focused training at CIT.

CIT alumnus pours passion into a purpose-driven business

30 Jun 2025

With creativity, storytelling and business skills gained at CIT, Ben turned his passion for food and wine into a bold venture that’s shaking up Canberra’s wine scene.

James’s plumbing pipeline to WorldSkills success

03 Jun 2025

James is turning his passion for plumbing into a career, gaining hands-on experience and confidence through CIT and WorldSkills Australia training.

William is baking up a successful career at WorldSkills to carry on the family tradition

03 Jun 2025

Raised in his family’s patisserie, William developed a deep love for pastry. Now, preparing for WorldSkills, he’s honouring tradition, mastering his craft and aiming to take his talent global.

Brushstrokes of change: Casey finds peace in painting

26 May 2025

After a career change, Casey discovered peace and purpose in painting. Through CIT and WorldSkills Australia, she’s gained confidence, skills and community while preparing to run her own business one day.