Gaining Practical Experience in Local Government

4 weeks ago


Hurstville, Australia Hurstville City Council Full time

At Hurstville City Council, we are committed to providing students with valuable work experience opportunities.

Our Work Experience Program is designed to give you a firsthand look at the various departments and professions within our local government area.

The program provides an unpaid opportunity to gain on-the-job experience, which can be invaluable in your future career.

Work experience placements are available throughout the year and are offered based on your application details.

We consider the following factors when evaluating work experience requests:

  • The area of interest and whether the work area can provide a meaningful on-the-job experience.
  • Date and duration of the placement

Please note that due to high volumes of requests, the number and timing of work experience placements may not always be guaranteed.

A member of our People and Culture team will contact you via your provided contact details to confirm whether work experience can be accommodated.

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for work experience, you must be a student currently studying at High School (Years 10, 11, or 12) or TAFE/University.

You will need to provide proof of public liability insurance coverage through a recognised school, tertiary institution, or referral agency.

While we welcome applications from all students, preference will be given to those living or studying within our Local Government Area.

If you are under 18 years of age, parental approval is required.

The estimated annual salary for this role is $60,000 - $80,000, depending on your level of experience and qualifications.



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