Build Your Future Locally

MITEZ is seeking participants for a recent Skilling Queenslanders for Work program commencing February 2027.

This six-month paid traineeship provides the opportunity to gain valuable workplace experience in your local community while completing a Certificate I in Workplace Skills.

Participants will ideally be placed within their own Local Government Area (LGA), working with a Visitor Information Centre, Local Council, or another community-based organisation or business.

About the Program

The MITEZ Training to Employment Program is designed to help participants build confidence, develop workplace skills, and create pathways into future employment.

During the six-month program, participants will:

- Gain practical, hands-on workplace experience
- Complete a nationally recognised Certificate I in Workplace Skills
- Receive ongoing mentoring and support
- Earn an income while participating in the program
- Develop communication, teamwork and workplace skills
- Build connections with local employers and organisations

What You'll Be Doing

Depending on your placement location, you may assist with:

- Customer service and visitor support
- Administrative and office duties
- Community engagement activities
- Event and tourism support
- Records management and data entry




- General workplace tasks that build practical skills and experience

Who Should Apply?

This opportunity is suitable for people who:

- Are looking to enter or re-enter the workforce
- Want to gain practical experience and nationally recognised training
- Are committed to learning and developing new skills
- Enjoy working with people and being involved in their community
- Are seeking a pathway to employment

No previous experience is required.

What We Offer

- Paid participation throughout the program
- Certificate I in Workplace Skills
- Practical workplace experience in your local community
- Individual mentoring and support
- Opportunities to connect with local employers
- Pathways to future employment and further training

Program Details

Program Length: Six months

Start Date: February 2027

Employment Status: Full-time (includes work and study)

Location: Opportunities available across the MITEZ region, ideally within participants' local government area

Places: Limited positions available

For more information on the program, go to: Work Skills Traineeships | Department of Trade, Employment and Training

For Award and pay rates: Training Wage Award

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