The public sector is looking for motivated, and enthusiastic young people with a disability (PWD) who want to kick-start their career within the Western Australian (WA) public sector?
Eligibility
To be considered for a traineeship through the PWD stream, you are required to meet the following criteria:
ü Have a disability
ü 17 - 24 years of age
ü minimum completion of year 10 or equivalent
ü an Australian citizen or permanent resident
ü committed to working full time for 12 months or part time for 18 months in an office environment within a public sector agency
If you are a young person with a disability, you will be encouraged to register with a disability employment services provider prior to applying for the traineeship program – PWD stream. If you have a disability but do not need employment assistance, please apply to the general stream.
The WA public sector has some of the most interesting career opportunities around, so if you are interested in a public sector traineeship, visit www.wa.gov.au to see the range of agencies you could work in.
Job description
The ‘Public sector traineeship program’ will give you the opportunity to work in a WA public sector agency full time for 12 months or part time for 18 months while earning a trainee wage. On successful completion of the traineeship, you will attain a nationally recognised qualification of a Certificate II, III or IV in Government (Public Administration).
As a trainee you will:
• perform reception and administration duties
• process mail
• work in a team and contribute ideas
• use a range of software and technology
• use a range of office equipment
• deliver an excellent customer service
• work effectively and efficiently within a WA public sector agency
• use a range of workplace communication strategies
• work effectively with diversity
Application instructions:
To apply through the PWD stream for the traineeship program, simply complete your application online.
Select the ‘Apply for Job’ button at the bottom of this page.
You need to ‘Login’ or ‘Register’.
It is recommended that you allow at least 15 minutes to complete the online registration, as you are required to fill out an Application Form and attach your resume.
IMPORTANT – before applying, please have the following information ready:
• Personal details
• Education and training details
• A current resume or CV (in Microsoft Word format)
Without this information, you will be unable to complete your application.
Tips on preparing your application is available on Jobs WA website.
Within seven days of registration you will receive a confirmation email and a guide to being registered.
Remember, you have to between 17 and 24 years of age to apply for this traineeship opportunity.
For further job related information:
Download a copy of Public sector traineeship program - A guide for young people
Contact the Traineeship Coordinator at youth@psc.wa.gov.au or on 6552 8864.