Schools
FAQs for schools
What do I need to provide?
- 4 – 6 responsible students who can work well with limited supervision
- Names and contact details for each student
- Potentially laptops for the students if they don’t have their own
- Assistance with arrangements to get the students to and from the workplace
- Ensure the host company completes the standard work experience forms and permission forms relevant to the school
- A school representative to attend the final presentation
How do I enlist students to take part?
Each school has their own unique way of enlisting students to the program. They could be future leaders at the school, they could be commerce / business students, or they could be students that would benefit from the challenge the program would provide.
Does a teacher need to be onsite for the students during the week?
This will depend on the school’s individual policies but most programs are run without any direct supervision from any teaching staff. We do encourage a school coordinator and any other interested teachers to attend the final presentation as a show of support to the group.
Who can attend the final presentation for the students
Teachers and parents encouraged to attend which is typically in the afternoon on Friday.
Who supervises the students each day?
There will be a main point of contact at the host who can give the students a tour of the premises, inform them of any health and safety protocols / training, and answer any questions they have about the company.
Is there a cost involved?
There is no cost to the school– just time to help organize the students!
What type of student should be part of the program?
Responsible students:
- They will be seen as equal partners for the week, so it is vitally important that they have respect for all other employees of the host organization
- They need to understand and follow the safety requirements of the host company
- They should never take for granted the trust placed with them.
- The ability to work well with minimal supervision
Students with the capabilities of working as a team
- They should respect their fellow teammates
- Understand individual needs and abilities
- They should be capable of meeting deadlines
- Students should have basic computer knowledge especially in Excel and PowerPoint
Analytical Skills
- Whilst this is not a priority it would be an advantageous skill to bring to the group
- Students who want to be there!
This is a unique opportunity for the student to develop
- It should not be seen as a ‘last resort’ because they haven’t been able to find any other work placement
It is often suggested that the student’s work experience efforts are recognized in the school community by an article in the school newsletter or the local paper
My school is not able to participate in a 5-day work experience option, what other options are there?
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