Student Work Experience (Unpaid)

Bega Valley Shire Council

Bega, Wollongong, Illawarra and South Coast NSW

Government to Local (Government and Defence)

Full time

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Bega Valley Shire Council (BVSC) provides valuable opportunities for students who are seeking work experience as part of their education curriculum.

Work experience provides students an opportunity to 'trial' a career of interest during their final years of schooling. It is a learning experience that may include training, skills development, observation and assisting in small projects.

All work experience is administered through a non?paid arrangement.

Eligibility

Work experience is available for any student who needs to complete a work experience as part of their course curriculum that is covered by their educational institution’s insurance (Certificate of Currency).

All students who undertake work experience with BVSC are responsible for ensuring they have the relevant licences and uniforms required to undertake their role.

Work Experience Areas

Below are the identified areas BVSC is able to offer work experience for students who are seeking to undertake work experience:

Administration and Customer Service

Children's Services

Bega Valley Shire Library

SECCA to South East Centre for Contemporary Art

Communication and Engagement

Town Planning

Water and Sewerage Services

Risk and Safety

Workshop and Fabrication

Engineering

Information Technology

Works to Town Teams

Parks, Aquatics and Recreation

Sustainability and Environment

Waste and Recycling Services

Application Process

To apply, please complete the below application.

Please be aware that the below qualifications or clearances may be required if relevant to the area. They are not required at the time of application submission.

Working with Children Check

Police Check

White Card

Any paperwork that is required from the Educational Institution (Student Placement Record)

Applications are open for Term 3 intake to Students to undertake work experience between 21 July and 25 September 2026.

Applications close 11.59pm AEDT on 28 June 2026.

NOTE: Never make payment to any employer, person, company, contractor or agency to get hired for a Job.

If you require any further information, contact the People and Culture team on 0264992222