School-based Traineeships

Will you be starting grade 11/12 in 2026, and are you unsure of what you want to ‘do’ when you finish school?

Why not consider a School-Based Traineeship with the Tasmanian State Service? Applications open September 2025.

As a school-based trainee in the Tasmanian State Service, you are able to combine work, training and education to gain a nationally recognised qualification and practical work experience.



To hear about other traineeship opportunities with the Tasmanian State Service, please subscribe to our job mail alerts under the category 'Cadet/Trainee'.

What’s in it for you

School-based traineeships provide a pathway to employment or further education for Tasmanian students in grade 11 or 12.

A traineeship offers:

  • An opportunity to complete a nationally recognised qualification;
  • Exposure to and contribution to a workplace and the working world;
  • Support and training to complete your traineeship;
  • Excellent employment conditions and a supportive workplace; and
  • A chance to develop your confidence, improve your technical and people skills.

Have a look at the traineeships we have on offer

Who should apply?

Information about eligibility

How to Apply

Read more on how to write your best application

Once you're ready to apply, visit the Jobs site.

Meet some former Trainees

Hear from former Trainees and their experience

FAQs

More information about School-Based Traineeships

Contact

ssmo@dpac.tas.gov.au