Year 10 Work Experience – Progress and Next Steps

Year 10 Work Experience – Progress and Next Steps

Work Experience week: Monday 9 to Friday 13 November 2026

Since launch of the work experience program end of Term 1, students have made a strong start in preparing to secure their work experience placements across this term.

So far, students have used Luminary time to complete their Career Avenues Action Plans, exploring career pathways that align with their interests and strengths by:

  • Researching a range of career options
  • Reviewing their “favourites” list and selecting three preferred careers
  • Completing their Career Avenues worksheet, outlining their choices and reasons
  • Beginning to explore work experience placement opportunities

As part of this process, students have also been encouraged to access the Futures and Pathways Intranet, where they can view available opportunities under the Volunteering and Work Experience section. Many placements fill quickly, so early applications are strongly recommended. Additional opportunities will continue to be shared throughout the terms.

Securing a Work Experience Placement

This early research has allowed students to start focusing on securing a host employer. Students were provided with Luminary time to discuss and work through the following steps:

  1. Identifying Potential Host Employers
  • Students explored 2 to 3 possible workplaces aligned with their career interests.
  1. Preparing to Make Contact: Students discussed how to professionally approach employers by:
  • Deciding whether to make contact via email or phone
  • Drafting a short, professional introduction using provided templates
  • Preparing to clearly explain their interest in the placement
  1. Making Contact
  • Students are encouraged to begin reaching out to employers this week.
  • Early contact increases the likelihood of securing a placement and ensures sufficient time to complete required documentation.

What’s Next?

Once a placement is secured, students will need to complete the Student Placement Record (SPR) and submit it to the school for approval. Students are reminded that no placement is confirmed until this process is complete.

Parents/Carers have access to the resources and links through the MLC School Omnia App.

Support is available throughout every stage of the process. Students who require assistance with their Career Avenues Action Plan or securing a placement are encouraged to reach out and meet with Futures and Pathways team.

We look forward to supporting our Year 10 students as they take these important steps toward gaining valuable workplace experience.

– Nicole Massara
Futures and Pathways Advisor