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Engineering apprenticeships

ANSTO seeks to attract the next generation of expertise to deliver excellence in nuclear science and technology, with development programs to suit all needs.

In order to attract high-calibre candidates, ANSTO provides various pathways for undergraduates, postgraduates, apprentices, trainees and secondary school students. These pathway programs provide successful applicants with valuable experience, education and engagement to enhance their career options.

Postdoctoral Research Fellows

Postdoctoral Research Fellows undertake a defined research activity within the framework of ANSTO's research portfolio. They are able to build skills and experience that will contribute to the broader Australian economy, and develop their careers as researchers. Fellows work independently and collaboratively to identify and resolve challenging research questions and solve specific problems and are expected to disseminate their research findings.

Fellows differ from general ANSTO researchers in that they have defined supervisors and work on defined ANSTO projects for the period of their contract (these positions are funded and managed separately from project funding). Fellows are offered employment for a two-year fixed term period, with the possibility of a one-year extension.

For further information contact ANSTO's Senior Adviser, Herma Buttner, on (02) 9717 3535 or email: herma.buttner@ansto.gov.au. Postdoctoral positions are advertised via ANSTO's Vacancies page.

Traineeships

Traineeships are offered in the context of ANSTO's requirements. Trainees are required to complete their formal qualifications through a recognised training organisation, such as TAFE. Traineeships have been offered in a variety of fields, including business services, animal technology, laboratories, administration and information technology.

Opportunities for traineeships will be advertised periodically through the ANSTO website and other publications. For further information, please contact Megan Lusty-Evans, Program Pathways Consultant by phone: +612 9717 3094

Apprenticeships

ANSTO aims to engage technicians and tradespersons through a comprehensive apprenticeship program. There are various roles available including: technicians, fitter/machinists, electricians and sheetmetal workers.

ANSTO apprentices have the opportunity to learn a wide range of skills while rotating through engineering workshops. These may include opportunities in drafting, maintenance, planning, quality control and nuclear core facilities. Apprentices are required to attend a recognised training organisation, such as TAFE, to complete their formal qualifications. All protective clothing and tools are supplied by ANSTO and salary is based on age.

Opportunities are advertised through The Shire Group Training (TSGT), located at the Sutherland Shire Hub for Economic Development (SSHED). See www.hvtc.com.au. For further information, please contact Megan Lusty-Evans, Program Pathways Consultant by phone: +612 9717 3094

Year in Industry program

ANSTO offers students studying science, engineering, information technology or business disciplines full-time placements for up to 12 months. The program is open to penultimate year university students who may apply for an internship where industrial practice is a mandatory part of their studies, or where it is an elective subject. The student must provide evidence that this program forms part of the university's requirements to receive their degree.

An ANSTO supervisor manages each student and develops specific learning objectives in the context of ANSTO's requirements. Regular feedback will be given on performance. These opportunities are available only to students at Australian universities who have appropriate Australian work rights. Opportunities for the Year in Industry program will be advertised in August through the ANSTO website and other publications. For further information please contact Megan Lusty-Evans, Program Pathways Consultant, by phone: +612 9717 3094

Summer vacation program

ANSTO offers penultimate year university students opportunities to gain 10-week industrial experience over the summer vacation period. Opportunities exist across the organisation for students studying science, engineering, information technology or business. The program allows students to be supervised by an experienced research or technical officer. These opportunities are available only to students at Australian universities who have appropriate Australian work rights.

Opportunities for summer vacation employment are advertised in August on the ANSTO website and other publications. For further information please contact Megan Lusty-Evans, Program Pathways Consultant, by phone: +612 9717 3094

Work experience

ANSTO offers work experience placements to secondary school students across a wide range of disciplines, including:

  • Science- chemistry, physics, laboratory and field work
  • Engineering
  • Information technology
  • Environmental Research
  • Human resources

Work experience is open to years 10 and 11 secondary school students who are Australian citizens and are completing work experience as part of an approved school program, in an Australian school. Successful students will be required to provide details of their school's insurance cover. Students interested in work experience should visit the "current vacancies" page of the ANSTO website (below). Applications will open in February of each year.

For further information please contact Megan Lusty-Evans, Program Pathways Consultant, by phone: +612 9717 3094.

Students interested in work experience at ANSTO should complete the online application form.

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