Work Experience
Work experience is a short term industry placement with a host employer.
During this time you will:
- observe different aspects of work in a particular industry and assist
with tasks;
- you may need to demonstrate certain competencies; and
- you will develop a range of skills and knowledge in an industry
setting.
Finding a work experience placement
The process of finding work experience is exactly the same as looking
for paid work. Work experience is rarely advertised so you will
need to approach employers directly - it's called "cold canvassing".
Insurance
The Employment Directions Network (EDN) can assist by providing personal
accident insurance.
When speaking to potential employers mention that EDN can provide insurance
cover at no cost.
Being up front about this gives them less reason to say no.
To be eligible for the cover:-
- your work experience must be unpaid; and
- you must be a registered client of your local EDN.
Call us today on 13 64 64 to enquire.
Centre for Work Experience
Experience in a working environment is a key encounter for students
of all ages and at all educational levels. It is just as important to
those considering a career change or simply to broaden understanding
of a particular work or discipline area.
The Centre for Work experience defines work experience to include experience
in a work environment that is:
- paid and unpaid
- across private and all public sectors
- in commercial, volunteer and not for profit organisations; and
- which has elements of on- or off- the job training, instruction,
supervision or mentoring.
For an expanded definition of work experience and the benefits of
interpreting work experience this way,
please visit the Centre
for work experience
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