Work Experience (trade based only)
Energy Queensland (Ergon Energy Network and Energex) offers trade based work experience placements for high school students currently in Years 10, 11 or 12, or students completing a relevant course through TAFE.
Applications are closed and will re-open 29 September to 19 October 2025 for placements from 2 February to 15 May 2026.
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Work experience is a great way to gain insight into our everyday work and to find out about the various jobs that exist within our organisation. Trade based work experience may provide a pathway to an apprenticeship.
If you’re interested in the Electricity Supply Industry, your enthusiasm may lead to a work experience placement with us. We are regularly looking for interested candidates to lead the future of energy supply in Queensland.
Our Work Experience Program:
- Work experience opportunities take place at our depots across Queensland
- Open to students in Years 10-12 (min age 14)
- Limited opportunities are available for TAFE students (specific courses)
- Completed in 1-week blocks only for our trade-based placements.
Eligibility
To be eligible you must:
- Currently be completing Years 10-12 (min age 14), or
- Currently be studying a relevant course at TAFE
- Obtain a General Construction Induction Card (White Card) from a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) - unit of competency is CPCCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry
- Complete our Work Experience Application Form (required when accepting a placement offer).
How to apply
Application open dates are listed below. All applications must be submitted online via our Careers Portal.
| Cycle | Application period | Placement period |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1 August 2025 to 22 August 2025 | 3 November 2025 to 28 November 2025 |
| 1 | 29 September 2025 to 19 October 2025 | 2 February 2026 to 15 May 2026 |
| 2 | 9 February 2026 to 1 March 2026 | 18 May 2026 to 28 August 2026 |
| 3 | 18 May 2026 to 7 June 2026 | 31 August 2026 to 27 November 2026 |
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Assessment process
After the closing date of the application period, your application will be assessed and you will be notified of the outcome via email.
Please note: Placements are dependent on the availability of supervising staff and the number of applications received.
If your application is successful:
- You’ll receive a placement offer
- You’ll be required to complete the detailed Work Experience Agreement Form and return with your acceptance within 14 days of receiving.
Frequently asked questions
I am Home Schooled, can I still apply for work experience?
Yes, however you will need to be linked to a RTO / School to be covered by insurance. A student cannot undertake the work experience placement with a parent or relative. Parents will need to email homeeducation@qed.qld.gov.au for the relevant work experience information and required forms.
I left school early but am still of school age, can I apply for work experience?
No, our Work Experience Program is only open to High School and TAFE students or those completing a VET in Schools Program full time.
I am still of school age but go to TAFE full time, can I apply for work experience?
Yes, if you are completing a VET in Schools Program full time.
Can I change my placement dates/depot after submitting my application?
No, if you are unable to attend on the dates offered you will need to withdraw your application and submit a new one when the next application period opens.
How long will it take to hear back about my application?
We attempt to have assessments and allocations finished within two weeks of the application period closing. This may vary depending on the depot and the number of applications received.
How do I get a White Card?
You can obtain a white card from any RTO. The unit of competency is CPCCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry.
More information on work experience can be obtained from the Department of Education Work experience placements for school students procedure
