Applications to be a Student Officer will open in September 2025.
Kick-start your chemistry career with hands-on experience at ChemCentre. Our 12-week paid program offers the chance to work in a world-class lab, develop practical skills, and collaborate with industry experts. This program is open to tertiary students who are in their final year of a chemistry degree, third year or honours, and are Australian citizens or have an appropriate working visa.
This program runs from November 2025 to January 2026. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to kick-start your career!
Information on How to Apply: Here
For more details, contact Dr. David Brown, Manager Forensic Toxicology, at 9422 9848.
The ChemCentre Vacation Student Officer Program 2025/26 will provide you with a unique experience, plenty of challenges and an opportunity to use the theories and practical skills that you have developed at university. On top of this you will be working with a team of people who will ensure this time is memorable.
Placements are advertised via the WA Universities' Careers Hubs and via ChemCentre's LinkedIn, X, Facebook and Instagram.
Occasionally, ChemCentre will offer unpaid internships. Internships offer students the opportunity to gain valuable practical laboratory experience and learn more about the Chemistry workforce.
The availability of internships varies each year, depending on current projects and the laboratory's capacity for interns. This opportunity is open to TAFE and university students studying chemistry (or related course) in Australia or internationally.
For more information please contact us to discuss upcoming opportunities.
Unfortunately, ChemCentre is unable to offer work experience opportunities to high school students.
We have a strong community and secondary schools outreach program. Learn more about our Open Day and our Outreach and Education program now.