Are you a keen and energetic high school student looking for hands-on, paid work experience while still completing school? These unique and highly sought-after opportunities allow you to gain practical work experience while simultaneously completing your school studies. You will have the chance to work alongside experienced professionals, contribute to real-life projects and services, and gain skills that will jumpstart your career.
What we will offer you
Two (2) year school-based traineeship - minimum 100 days paid on-the-job training at Council
Obtain a nationally accredited qualification relevant to your current studies and/or interests
Develop essential industry skills and knowledge through practical experience and mentorship
Receive guidance and support from expert professionals who are dedicated to your learning and development and want to see you succeed
Explore potential future employment opportunities within Council
Wagga Wagga City Council offers above award rates for our trainees
Key requirements
* Currently enrolled at an NSW government school, NSW non-government school or TAFE NSW (Years *Specific eligibility requirements detailed below.
* A strong interest in the chosen field
* Committed and dedicated to completing school, work and study requirements
* Excellent communication and teamwork skills
* Willingness to learn and take on new challenges
* Positive and professional attitude
Available positions
1. TEMP501 - Civic Theatre Venue and Events Trainee
2. TEMP503 - Civic Theatre Technical Trainee (Lighting)
How to apply
To be considered for one of these exciting opportunities, please complete the following steps:
Step 1:
* Visit
* Find 'School Based Traineeship (SBAT) opportunties', click 'View Details & apply'.
* Scroll to the bottom of the page and read the applicable Position Description.
Step 2:
* Approach your school Careers Adviser to discuss your eligibility.
* Request a Recommendation Letter from your Careers Adviser, detailing your suitability and their support for your application. The letter must be on a school letterhead, signed, and include their phone and email contact details (in Word Doc or PDF format).
Step 3:
* Revisit the job link and go to the "Apply Now" section.
* Enter your email address.
* Create an account and enter your personal details.
* Attach the Recommendation Letter from your Careers Adviser. (Essential)
* Attach a current Resume. (Desirable but not essential)
* Answer four (4) questions - This is your opportunity to sell yourself Your answers to these questions help us see how your attitude and interest connects to the position and our organisation.
* Click "Submit".
If you have any specific request for help to submit your application, please contact Mel Risby on
What's next?
Applications close Sunday, 22 February 2026 at 11.59pm AEDST. We will be reviewing all applications after the closing date. We will contact you and your Careers Advisor to let you know if you will be offered an interview. Unsuccessful applicants will be advised by email.
Interviews will be held in the week commencing Monday, 2 March 2026. This will be an opportunity for you to tell us more about yourself and your interest in the SBAT position.
After interview, successful candidates will be selected to progress to the next stage of recruitment, being pre-employment checks. These checks include a pre-employment medical assessment and for positions involving cash handling, candidates will be asked to consent to a police check.Please note that people with a criminal record are not discouraged from applying for the position. Each application will be considered on its merit. A parent or legal guardian will be asked to attend and consent to the pre-employment screenings, and a further explanation of this process can be provided at the time.
Successful candidates will be asked to provide the details of 2 referees.
*Eligibility requirements
School based apprenticeship and traineeship arrangements are available to students in NSW as part of their senior secondary studies (Year 11 and 12). Students can only undertake one school based apprenticeship or traineeship as part of their HSC pattern of study, with the formal training component (VET course) contributing unit credit towards the HSC.
The minimum year level to commence a school based apprenticeship or traineeship is Year 10. In these instances, students are undertaking early commencement of a Stage 6 VET course and begin accumulating HSC units of credit while also completing the requirements for Year 10.
Council is an inclusive employer. We strive to reflect the community in which we work, as a result we welcome and encourage applications from skilled people from all walks of life. This includes women, men, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with a disability, veterans, sexually and gender diverse people, people with lived experience and people of all ages.