Get a taste of working for the NT Government
Curious about what it’s like to have a real job? The NT Government Work Experience Program gives secondary school students the chance to step into a workplace, learn from people in the job and start exploring where their career could take them.
This program provides work experience with an NT Government department for up to 1 week.
Who can apply
Students currently enrolled at a secondary school in the Northern Territory.
Why apply
Gain a better understanding of the workplace, expectations of an employee and to explore career pathways within the NT Government.
Key program features and benefits:
- gain real life experience and develop transferable skills
- engage in work shadowing, observing, and performing basic tasks
- learn from people in the job through coaching, guidance and support
- build your confidence to get work-ready
- build professional networks and connections that could help you in the future
- gateway to the Early Careers Traineeship Program or other employment programs within the NT Government.
Gain a better understanding of the workplace, what’s expected of you as an employee and the career pathways available within the NT Government.
Key 2026 dates
You can express your interest at any time and you will be notified by email when applications are open.
Term | Term week | Placement dates | Location | Application due |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Term 3 | Week 10 | 14 – 18 September 2026 | All regions | 19 August 2026 |
How to apply
1. Obtain parental permission and school endorsement to participate in this program.
2. Complete the Work Experience Program application form by the relevant due date.
Application stages
1. Application: Ensure all documents are completed and signed by all parties and email your completed application to earlycareers@nt.gov.au
2. Matching: The Early Careers team will actively work to identify a suitable NTG placement opportunity for each student. However, placement is not guaranteed and is subject to the availability of suitable opportunities during the intake period.
3. Outcome: The Early Careers team notifies students and school careers coordinator/advisor of the outcome via phone and email.