Work Experience Program
Work Experience provides valuable real-world insights and helps students develop essential skills by engaging in a workplace environment relevant to their interests and future career pathways. This experience is an integral part of our commitment to supporting student development and career readiness.
Year 10 Work Experience Opportunities – 2026
Year 10 students from Sydney Secondary College, Balmain Campus, are currently seeking work experience placements for 2026. Our work experience program is an integral part of the Year 10 curriculum, providing students with firsthand exposure to the world of work. This experience helps prepare them for future employment, apprenticeships, or further study by offering valuable insight into workplace expectations.
Placement Dates:
- 22–26 June
- 9–13 November
Workplace learning guide for Parents & Carers
"This has been one of the most valuable learning experiences I've had."
Year 10 student 2025
Benefits for your business:
Talent Identification and Recruitment: Observe and evaluate potential future employees in a real work environment, aiding in the recruitment of motivated and skilled individuals.
Enhanced Community Engagement: Strengthen your ties with the local community and educational institutions, demonstrating social responsibility and commitment to supporting youth development.
Fresh Perspectives: Students often bring new ideas, enthusiasm, and up-to-date knowledge that can contribute to innovation and fresh insights within the workplace.
Improved Brand Reputation: Participating in educational initiatives enhances a business’s reputation as an employer and a community partner, which can attract customers and employees.
Contribution to Workforce Development: Play a direct role in shaping the skills and work readiness of future employees, helping to ensure a better-prepared local workforce.
Workload Support: While educational in nature, students can assist with tasks, providing additional support to staff during busy periods.
Workplace Learning guide for Employers
Support Local Students
As a component of their Year 10 curriculum requirements, students are expected to complete two weeks of work experience during the academic year.
For all enquiries, please contact the careers advisor via the details on the back of this brochure.
“It is a pleasure to run this program when we know that the students are enthusiastic about what they are seeing and learning.”
Jim Bottalico, Burwood Police Station.
Community Engagement
Our students have received rave reviews when working in industries such as law, engineering, health, animal care, auto-mechanics, construction, retail, hospitality, NSW Police, education, transport, IT, finance, advertising, and defence.
Reviews provided by:
- Phil Kelly, Attorney General’s Office.
- Jess Mountford, Taronga Zoo.
- Jim Bottalico, Burwood Police Station.
- Georgie Dunstan, QANTAS.
- Jade Cavalera-Sivis, Shore Projects.