Work experience
Each year we host a large number of students from secondary schools and tertiary institutions.
Before applying, have a look at the rest of our website for an overview of what happens at Edendale to be sure we are suited to your interests and needs.
Secondary school students
General work experience - CLOSED
Due to high demand from early applications and with the imminent launch of the Edendale Youth Volunteer Program, all 2025 work experience placements are now on hold.
Structured workplace learning
Anyone can apply, however, preference will be given to students who have a connection the Nillumbik area.
We have limited structured workplace learning placement opportunities for secondary students studying a recognised VCE VET programs in one of the following areas -
- Animal Studies
- Agriculture
These placements are for one term on Friday mornings, 8.30am to 12.30pm.
- Horticulture
- Conservation and Ecosystem Management
These placements are for one term on Friday mornings, 9.30am to 12.30pm.
Please complete the enquiry form below to express your interest in a work experience place.
Please note - if you want to work with the Edendale animals you will need to complete a few additional steps:
1. Read through both these documents for more information about doing work experience with farm animals.
2. Complete the form below, including all the required signatures.
3. Email the form to us at edendale@nillumbik.vic.gov.au.
Tertiary student placements
Anyone can apply, however preference will be given to students who have a connection to the Nillumbik area.
Tertiary students are welcome to apply for a placement related to their field of study and requirements of their course. We will offer placement if suitable. Please note we can only offer 36 hours (one week) per student.
As part of Edendale's Child Safe Policy it is now a requirement that all university and TAFE students over 18 years old hold a valid Working with Children Check card. This is a free check - for more information please go to the Working With Children Check website.
Complete the enquiry form and we will contact you to confirm availability and what might be possible, depending on your needs.
Enquiry form
Tertiary student placement enquiry form