Step Two - Preparation

Now that you have done your research and know which apprenticeship or traineeship you want to do, the next step is to prepare yourself for the job!

Each of the resource blocks below has a question that will help you prepare for job hunting, with a link to information and resources that can support you.

Do you have the skills and knowlege to start the apprenticeship or traineeship that you want?

Once you know what industry you are interested in, complete an online interactive 10 question quiz to test whether you have the literacy and numeracy skills needed for an apprenticeship or traineeship in that area.

Each of these Literacy and Numeracy Quizzes will also have accompanying Practice Aptitude Quizzes that are more challenging for you to test yourself.

Literacy & Numeracy Quizzes

Are you aware of pre-apprenticeships and understand how they are used in the industry you want to get in to?

Pre-apprenticeship or pre-vocational courses are not a requirement to getting an apprenticeship or traineeship. However, there are some industries, such as the electrical industry, in which employers often prefer to hire someone who has completed a pre-apprenticeship.

Pre-apprenticeships give you the basic skills and knowledge in the industry that you want to work in and may even contribute to reduce the duration of an apprenticeship or traineeship.

About Pre-apprenticeships

Do you know which organisations will be part of your apprenticeship or traineeship, and what they do?

It is important that you have an understanding of which organisations are involved throughout your apprenticeship or traineeship.

There are organisations that can help you understand the requirements, with job searching, and who will be involved when you get signed up.

Who is involved

What is involved in the training?

Apprentices and trainees gain valuable experience and training on-the-job with their employer.

They will also completing formal training towards a nationally recognised qualification with a Registered Training Organisation.

About education & training

What wages and entitlements would you get as an apprentice or trainee?

Australian Apprenticeships wages and support can vary by industry and occupation.

You should research the wages, entitlements and awards related to apprenticeships and traineeships.

There may also be allowances and other financial support available to help Australian Apprentices.

Wages & Financial Support

Other Resources

Support for unemployed job seekers

Workforce Australia is suitable for most people looking for a job. If you are between 15 and 24 you may be able to get employability skills training.

Fair Work information for apprentices & trainees

The Fair Work Ombudsman has information for apprentices and trainees wanting to understand their entitlements, or find the award related to their work.

Financial support for Australian Apprentices

As an Australian Apprentice you may be eligible for financial assistance from the Australian Government to help with the costs of undertaking an apprenticeship.

Next Step

Step Three - Job Hunting

Finding an apprenticeship or traineeship is much like finding any type of job: there are many different ways.

Job ads for apprenticeships and traineeships can be found in many places such as on the internet, on community bulletin boards and in newspapers.

Using contacts and targeting employers can be the most effective way of finding opportunities.