Work experience

Short-term placement for secondary school students. It provides insights into a particular industry. Students work for one week observe and learn. They will not undertake activities that need extensive training or experience.

Who can apply?

Victorian and New South Wales students who are studying years 9 to 12.

Program duration

Council’s work experience program is held during Term 2 and Term 3 of the Victorian school calendar.

Applications 

Applications close on 1 April each year.

Secondary school students can undertake structured on–the-job training. They are expected to master a designated set of skills and competencies. The length of the placement varies depending on individual and school needs.

Who can apply?

Senior secondary students aged 15 years and over who are taking VET (Vocational Education and Training) courses as part of either VCE (Victorian Certificate of Education) or VCAL (Victorian Certificate of Applied Learning).

Applications

Applications are being accepted now.

Post-secondary VET or Tertiary courses may require practical placement as part of a course. The goal of this is to develop job-related skills in the student’s area of study.

Who can apply?

Students who are in post-secondary VET (vocational education and training) or other tertiary courses.

Applications

Applications are being accepted now.