School-Based Traineeships 2026
Whole of Government Programs
Tasmanian State Service
Applications must be submitted by
Position details
Applications close:
AEST
Award/Classification:
Tasmanian State Service National Training Wage Award - School based trainee
Employment type:
Fixed-term, flexible
Region:
South, North, North West, East, Statewide
Location:
Hobart and Launceston
Job description:
Starting Year 11/12 in 2026? Study & work with a School-Based Traineeship at the Animal Health Lab, Launceston! Come work with us !
School-Based Traineeships 2026
Our Opportunity
Are you starting year 11 or 12 in 2026? Would you like to gain a nationally recognised certificate II while you attend school, as well as earn wages? The School-Based Traineeship program gives you the chance to work one or two days a week in a State Government division while earning a qualification!
Available Traineeships
There are various traineeships available across different areas of the State Government! You’ll have the opportunity to gain a Certificate II in Workplace Skills while you complete your school year.
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Aboriginal Wildlife Officer, based in Hobart.
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Administrative Support Trainee, based in Ulverstone
The benefits include:
- earn money while working and training;
- gain on the job work experience and skills;
- gain points towards your TCE;
- complete a nationally recognised qualification; and
- the option to continue into higher education/qualification upon completion.
This is a great opportunity to see what a career in the Tasmanian State Service is like! The State Service values diversity, and students who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, or LGBTQIA+ or have a disability are encouraged to apply. We know this might be the first time you’ve applied for a job, so we’ve put together some resources to help: Advice to applicants
Eligibility
This opportunity is available to students who are enrolled to study years 11 or 12 in 2026. Depending on which agency you’re employed by, there may be other essential requirements.
If you’re interested in the targeted role for Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander students, you’ll need to meet the essential requirement of Aboriginality. You can find out more by visiting Aboriginal Partnerships .
How to apply
If you’re interested in this opportunity, please apply here or visit School Based Traineeships for more information. If you have any questions or need a bit of help with your application, you can contact the State Service Management Office at ssmo@dpac.tas.gov.au.
Applications close: 18th September, 11.55pm
Resources
For more information
For more information visit www.jobs.tas.gov.au/school_based_traineeships or contact the State Service Management Office at ssmo@dpac.tas.gov.au.