Work experience provides students with the opportunity to apply and enhance their knowledge and technical skills within a practical workplace setting. Our placements at Council expose students to a variety of tasks and projects which may be relevant to their field or desired field of study.
Students also receive insight into how business and industry operate and relate to other organisational functions.
Work experience placements are available in a variety of work areas at Council, giving applicants plenty of scope to apply themselves within a diverse organisation.
Eligibility and conditions
- Placements are only available to students from approved educational institutions (usually public and private secondary schools, TAFE, universities and other employment training organisations)
- Personal injury insurance for the student must be covered by the relevant education institution or program
- Placements are a maximum of two weeks
- Work experience students will be paid $10 per day
- Dress requirements during placements are safe, neat and tidy, and suitable for the particular work environment
- Information obtained whilst undertaking work experience is deemed confidential and must not be divulged to any other party
When to apply
We have two intakes only for Work Experience placements each year:
- Round 1 (March - End June) - First round applications close on Friday 16 March
- Round 2 (July - End November) - Second round applications close Friday 13 July
We try to accommodate all requests, but places are limited so please give at least six (6) weeks notice prior to the required dates. The likelihood of a placement is increased if sufficient notice is given as it allows us time to seek and plan for a placement.
To apply for work experience, complete the work experience request form.
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