What is 
- atEAST is a consortium of 7 secondary schools that work together to offer part time apprenticeships/traineeships as part of their vocational education and training for the past 14 years.
How do I apply for a School Based Apprenticeship/Traineeship?
- Complete an “Expression of Interest” form, that is available from your careers teacher at schools in our consortium.
- Contact the atEAST office directly.
Am I guaranteed to get employment in my chosen Industry?
- Although every effort is made to secure employment in the student’s chosen industry, we can not make any guarantees. Students who work collaboratively with atEAST staff, and follow protocols have a better than 95% chance of obtaining employment in their chosen industry.
How do I secure employment?
- Finding suitable employment is done in partnership between the student and atEAST Coordinators.
- Students must first complete a minimum of one weeks work experience in their chosen field, including “Safe at Work” training.
- Students are then required to provide a list of potential employers that are local to them and they are interested in working for. This helps to minimize transportation related obstacles, and offers students an opportunity to research what potential employers might be able to offer in terms of specializations etc.
- atEAST Coordinators will contact potential employers, explain the program benefits and incentives, and attempt to arrange a work trial for the student.
- On completion of the students’ agreed work trial period, atEAST Coordinators will contact the employer and collect feedback on the student’s performance, as well as determine the outcome of the trial.
What if I am having difficulty with balancing the three components of the program?
- atEAST Coordinators monitor students progress at work, school and at TAFE. Students are met with on the job every six weeks, and atEAST maintains regular contact with both schools and TAFE. If difficulties arise, we solve them together, to ensure the best possible outcomes for all concerned.
How much will I be paid?
- Trainee wages are $10.52/hour in first year and $11.60/hour in second year.
- Apprenticeship wages range from $6.11/hour to $9.72/hour depending on the industry and level of apprentice.