Explore our work experience guides for employers, students, schools, and parents. Learn how hosting high school students in manufacturing and engineering can inspire future careers, support education pathways, and build community connections. These resources will help create safe, meaningful experiences that highlight exciting opportunities in the manufacturing industry.
Hosting a work experience student in your manufacturing business doesn’t have to be complicated. This practical guide is designed to help manufacturers host meaningful student work experience placements. The resource supports businesses in preparing safe, structured, and rewarding experiences that benefit both students and employers—building future talent and fostering lifelong learning in Queensland’s evolving manufacturing sector.
This guide is a practical resource designed to help young people explore career pathways in the dynamic manufacturing sector. Covering everything from arranging placements to preparing for day one, the guide offers step-by-step advice, safety tips, and reflection tools to ensure a meaningful experience. Whether you’re a student choosing subjects or a job seeker building industry connections, this guide empowers you to gain real-world insights, develop employability skills, and take confident steps toward a rewarding future in manufacturing.
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