Work experience is a formal arrangement entered into between the Principal of a student’s educational institution and/or Vocational Placement Officer and Rockhampton Regional Council, whereby Council agrees to provide the student with on-the-job experience in performing work as part of the student’s acquirement of skills in the course of their education program.

Council is committed to helping students participate in work experience programs to enable them to make informed decisions about their future.

Eligibility

To be eligible you must be a secondary school or tertiary student who is at least 14 years of age.

Work experience is conducted under the auspice of an educational institution where an approved scheme is in place. Students must be registered with a recognised educational institution that covers them for personal insurance and public liability.

Tertiary students required to complete unpaid mandatory and/or assessable hours are not considered Work Experience and therefore are not eligible for this program. Please call Customer Service on 1300 22 55 77 to be directed to the relevant Department.

Applicants who are outside of the educational system are not eligible for this program.

How to Apply

Applications will only be accepted in writing from the educational institution of the student.

You will need to:

• Apply no later than 4 weeks prior to requested placement
• Complete an application form

For more information please contact the Safety and Training Unit on 1300 22 55 77 or training@rrc.qld.gov.au.