WEHI welcomes school students aged 15 years and over for work experience placements.
Under WEHI’s Secondary School Work Experience Program, students will have a unique opportunity to learn about careers in medical research by participating in a five-day program of research activities with our scientific teams.
The program will give students direct experience working in medical research. As well as hands-on experience in the lab, the program also includes group workshops devoted to laboratory skills and safety, research ethics and science communication.
Up to 24 students will be selected for each of two week-long intakes (17-21 June 2024 and 16-20 September 2024). The program is capped at 24 students for each intake to maximise access to key lab equipment and deliver a quality learning experience.
The program will take place at the WEHI Parkville campus.
Students will be expected to attend the entire program, approximately 9am – 4pm daily. All students will need to arrange their own transport to Parkville each day, as well as any necessary accommodation. Students will be paid $10 per day as part of the program.
Key dates
Applications close: End of March