Work Placement

Are you a university chemistry student?

Would you like to gain laboratory experience across a range of chemistry disciplines including forensic science, environmental science, occupational health and safety, and more?

If so, consider a work placement at ChemCentre. You will get the opportunity to assist with routine work, maintenance of instruments and more. You will learn all the steps from sample registration, preparation and analysis, to reporting.

Vacation Work Program

Applications to be a Student Officer are now open! 

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 2024 to January 2025. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to kick-start your career!

Information on How to Apply: Here

CLOSING DATE: Monday 9 September 2024 at 5:00 PM AWST

For more details, contact Dr. David Brown, Manager Forensic Toxicology, at 9422 9848.

The ChemCentre Vacation Student Officer Program 2024/25 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, XFacebook and Instagram.

Unpaid Internships

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.

Work Experience for Secondary Students

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.

Postal address

ChemCentre
PO Box 1250
BENTLEY DC WA 6983

t: (08) 9422 9800
f: (08) 9422 9801
e: enquiries@chemcentre.wa.gov.au

ABN : 40 991 885 705

Street address

ChemCentre
Whadjuk Noongar Boodjar
Resources and Chemistry Precinct
Corner Manning Road and Townsing Drive
Bentley WA 6102

Reception: Level 2, South Wing, Building 500.

Deliveries: Ground floor - use Conlon Street entrance

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