Action plan: Youth

Working collectively to increase the representation and inclusion of youth in the WA public sector.

This action plan supports an aspirational target to increase the representation of youth in the public sector to 5.8% and support inclusive work culture.

Achieving the target

Increasing the representation of youth employed in the sector requires sustained effort, different ways of working and stronger accountability.

All agencies are responsible for working towards the aspirational target (actions are listed in full in the action plan).

The following programs are available to offer young people pathways into the public sector and set up meaningful careers.

Tracking progress

The aspirational target has been set to match the representation of young people in the WA working age population who are not studying.

In 2023 the representation of young people in the sector is 5.2% which represents a decline over time.

A Place of Opportunity

WA public sector university graduate and cadetship programs which build successful and rewarding careers.

Launch

An exciting tertiary graduate development program for those new to the sector to lay the foundations for career success.

Internships

There are 2 internship programs offered in the public sector for university students to complete work-based projects in an agency.

School Based Traineeship Program

Providing students entering Year 11 with the opportunity to gain workplace experience while earning a part time salary.

Employment Referral Service

A recruitment and referral service to match prospective trainees with opportunities across most WA government sector entities.

Young Achiever of the Year award

A new award created with the Institute of Public Administration Australia WA to recognise high performing young employees in the sector.

Publications

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