School-based Trainee

Interested in human resources, learning and development or administration?

The Department of Planning, Lands and Heritage is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic student to join our People and Culture team as a School-based Trainee.

This is an exciting opportunity to gain valuable workplace experience while completing your studies. You will work alongside experienced professionals who support employee learning, development, onboarding and employment programs across the Department.

About the role

As a School-based Trainee, you will work in People and Culture, assisting the Capability and Development team with a range of administrative and coordination activities. This role will provide exposure to human resources, learning and development functions within a large government organisation.

You will gain experience in:

• responding to email and phone enquiries from employees and other internal stakeholders
• using the Department's Learning Management System to enrol employees in training and maintain learning records
• assisting with the coordination of training sessions, onboarding activities and employment program events
• supporting the preparation of communications and promotional content for learning and development programs
• updating information on the Department's intranet and other internal resources
• creating, saving and maintaining electronic records and documents
• undertaking a variety of administrative tasks, including data entry, filing and completing forms.

Who we're looking for

This position would suit someone who:

• has an interest in human resources, learning and development, administration or business
• enjoys helping and supporting others
• has good communication and organisational skills
• is reliable, professional and willing to learn
• is interested in gaining practical experience in a government workplace.

What you'll gain

As a School-based Trainee with the Department, you will:

• develop practical workplace and administration skills
• gain experience using business systems and technology
• build confidence working in a professional office environment
• learn how employee learning, development and onboarding programs are delivered
• work with experienced professionals and grow your professional network
• contribute to meaningful work that supports employees throughout their careers.

The Department is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive workplace where young people can develop their skills, knowledge and confidence while exploring future career pathways. This traineeship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a professional environment while making a meaningful contribution to the Department's work.

How to apply

With the support of your school and parent/guardian, click the ‘Apply Now’ button below and complete the application questions and include all the relevant documents.

• a completed school-based trainee application form
• a current resume
• a Year 10 semester one school report, including Year 9 NAPLAN, OLNA results or subject grades showing at least a C in Maths and English.

If you have any questions, please contact capability@dplh.wa.gov.au.

Applications close at 4pm on Wednesday, 5 August 2026.