VET work placement

VET entertainment industry students

The Arts Unit provides a number of opportunities for VET entertainment industry students to assist with the completion of mandatory work placement hours.

Workers carrying wood flooring at the Qudos Bank Arena, preparing for Schools Spectacular.

About the program

At The Arts Unit, we offer comprehensive VET work placement for students in Years 11 and 12 to assist with the completion of mandatory work placement hours, as well as work experience opportunities tailored to student's interests and career aspirations. Students engage in immersive learning experiences in the creative and digital arts, audio-visual production, event management, hospitality, and customer service through partnerships with schools and industry experts. They work alongside professionals, gaining practical skills and insights, contributing to real projects, and preparing for future endeavours. Our programs prioritise hands-on training, mentorship, and exposure to industry standards, ensuring students emerge equipped for success in their chosen fields.

This program is open to NSW Public Schools students only.

Programs

The following programs provide opportunities for students currently studying VET entertainment to undertake work placement.

Follow the links below to find out more about the programs and email industry.artsunit@det.nsw.edu.au if you would like more information.

Schools Spectacular

Sydney Olympic Park

Be part of the Student Production Team across subjects such as entertainment, hospitality, design, and construction.

SpecFest

Sydney Olympic Park

Be part of the Student Production Team across subjects such as entertainment, hospitality, and retail services.

State Dance Festival

Sydney

Students in the VET student production team work with the State Dance Festival production team and industry professionals to assist with the bump in, bump out, management and coordination of all elements of the production of the show.

Pulse Alive

Be part of the student crew and take up specialist opportunities including follow spot operators, audio crew, stage crew and camera operators and assistants.

Pulse Far West

Sunraysia | Moree | Broken Hill

Stay tuned for amazing rural opportunities.

Southern Stars

Wollongong

Be part of the VET Entertainment Industry Crew and work in your area of interest.

In the Spotlight Dance Festival

Ultimo

This Festival provides VET Entertainment Industry students the opportunity to complete 44 hours of work placement hours.

Compass Music Festival – Coffs Harbour

Coffs Harbour

This program is for students currently studying VET courses and will be undertaken as work placement. Be part of the VET Entertainment Industry Crew and work in your area of interest.

Compass Music Festival – Far South Coast

Bega

This program is for students currently studying VET courses and will be undertaken as work placement. Be part of the VET Entertainment Industry Crew and work in your area of interest.