Traineeships
Council’s Traineeship program provides full-time Trainees with the skills, training and experience to kick-start their chosen career. Upon completion of the program, Trainees will have the opportunity to apply for roles within Council and other organisations.
Benefits to trainees
- Competitive salaries
- 100% of training costs paid for by Council
- Ongoing training and career development opportunities
- Dedicated trainee support and opportunity to engage with a mentor.
Eligibility
All trainees must be:
- 15 years and over; and
- an Australian or New Zealand Citizen or hold a permanent residency visa or temporary residency visa.
- special eligibility criteria applies for the Skilling Queenslanders for Work Program.
- must not have completed a traineeship in the same vocation being applied for.
Information about available traineeships will be updated as new positions are announced.
Last Updated: 16 February 2026
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