School Work Experience

Wollongong City Council is currently taking applications for School Work Experience in Terms 3 and 4 2025. Opportunities are available in many different areas across Council.

If you are a year 10, 11 or 12 student at an Illawarra High School, please follow the directions below to apply.

Applications close 5pm Friday 30 May 2025.

How to apply

• Download the School Work Experience Confirmation form
• Speak to your Careers Adviser to discuss placements that you’re interested in and get their signature on the confirmation form
• Use the button below to complete the online application form (available placements are located within the Preferences section of the form)
• Email your completed confirmation form to learningwcc@wollongong.nsw.gov.au

All applications from Illawarra students will be considered by representatives of the Illawarra Careers Adviser Network and allocated to provide fair and equitable access to these opportunities. Your Careers Adviser will confirm placement details if your application is successful.

If you have questions about School Work Experience, please speak to your Careers Adviser.

We look forward to meeting you later in the year!