Traineeships and apprenticeships
    for job seekers

    Unlock your potential

    Explore the unique opportunity to combine paid work with training and upskilling to complete a nationally recognised qualification with AWX. We connect apprentices and trainees with businesses across Australia, spanning across a variety of sectors including civil construction, construction, mining, manufacturing and food processing and horticulture. AWX has been a partner of choice for job seekers in achieving their career goals. 

    Partners in achieving success 

    AWX has a dedicated team committed to helping you find the right apprenticeship or traineeship aligned with your career goals. Our team ensures your development is maximised and always stays on track. AWX partners with leading Australian businesses exposing job seekers to real world tasks, projects, challenges, all whilst receiving hands on training. 

    Benefits of apprenticeships and traineeships 

    Flexibility is a key advantage of our apprenticeships and traineeships programs.  Complete your apprenticeship or traineeship on a full-time or part-time basis, and progress your training at your own pace once you’ve mastered each level of the program. Additionally, as an apprentice or trainee, you’ll enjoy benefits such as annual leave and superannuation. 

    Types of traineeships 

    At AWX, we support apprentices and trainees to upskill in a range of industries suited to their interests and goals. Some of the common industries include, however are not limited to include:

    Civil construction apprenticeship 

    Develop your skills in plant operating, working in bitumen resurfacing and pipe laying on projects ranging from roadworks to infrastructure development through a Certificate II or Certificate III in Civil Construction. 

    Building and construction traineeships 

    Join Australia’s construction industry through an apprenticeship or traineeship such as carpentry or building apprenticeship, concreting or steel fixing, equipping you for a career in building construction. 

    Food processing traineeships 

    AWX’s food processing traineeships offer a vast array of opportunity – from Certificate II or III in Food Processing to a Certificate III in Supply Chain operations. These traineeships will support you to learn industry specific skills to set you up as in food production related roles. 

    Landscaping and horticulture 

    Explore opportunities to study certificates in horticulture, agriculture, parks and gardens, conservation and ecosystem management or landscaping construction apprenticeship. These programs are designed to provide essential knowledge to kick start careers in landscaping and horticulture. 

    What's the process?

    You might be wondering how it all works when it comes to apprenticeships and traineeships. You might have an idea of the qualifications you’d like to pursue however not one hundred percent sure which certification is the right fit for you – that’s ok. Get in touch with us and we’ll guide you through the process. 


    Once you know the type of qualification you want to undertake, there is four simple steps: 

    01 Recruitment

    Apply for a job vacancy, attend an interview, undertake a skills assessment and reference checks with the host business. Our team will support you in finding a traineeship or apprenticeship to suit your goals.

    02 Induction

    Once you’ve secured an apprenticeship or traineeship, complete the onboarding processes including contract information, salary, timesheets, and benefits package. Participate in workplace health and safety training and followed by a workplace tour. 

    03 Training

    As you progress through your traineeship or apprenticeship, your dedicated Training Program Manager will be there to support you, monitor your training plan, and ensure your safety in the workplace is maintained. 

    04 Completed

    Once all your training criteria is successfully completed, your qualifications can be formalised. 

    Traineeship and apprenticeship FAQs

    • What is an apprenticeship?

      An apprenticeship is a structured training program combining learning whilst on the job with education. It equips individuals with the skillset for trades and professions whilst also earning an income. 

    • What is a traineeship?

      A traineeship is paid on-the-job training that combines work and formalised study. It’s a great way to gain skills and experience required for a career in a particular field and earn an income at the same time.  

    • What’s the difference between apprenticeship and traineeship?

      Staff undergoing an apprenticeship are likely seeking a trade qualification. Once you complete the training, you're able to work alone or supervise staff. Whereas traineeships are usually undertaken by staff who are keen to pursue non-traditional trades occupations and looking to gain experience and formalise skills your career growth. 

    • How to get an apprenticeship?

      To secure an apprenticeship, first you’ll need to research and decide what is right for you. Get in touch with AWX and our team will take you through the process including determining what qualification is right for you.  

    • What type of apprenticeships or traineeships do you offer?

      AWX offers a range of apprenticeships and traineeships across industries including civil construction, construction, mining, manufacturing and food processing and horticulture that are suited to a range of career interests and goals. 

    • How long does an apprenticeship/traineeship take?

      The length of an apprenticeship or traineeship can vary depending on the field of work and level of qualification. Typically, it ranges from 12 months to 48 months. Your AWX Training Program Manager will take you through all of the information so you can make an informed decision about your qualification.  

    • Will I get paid while doing my apprenticeship/traineeship?

      One of the perks of undertaking an apprenticeship or traineeship is that you will be paid a wage whilst upskilling.  

    • How old do you have to be to do an apprenticeship?

      Apprenticeships and traineeships are open to people of all ages looking to upskill or pursue a new career path.  

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