Aboriginal School Based Trainee - Government Shared Services (Orange)

ORANGE, NSW, AUPosted Sep 20, 2026

Job description

Expression of Interest Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander School-Based Traineeships with the NSW Government Are you currently in Year 10 and moving into Year 11 in 2027? Want to earn money, gain real workplace experience and complete a nationally recognised qualification while you're still at school? This could be your opportunity to get a head start on your future.

Why Apply? As a School-Based Trainee, you'll spend one day a week working with the NSW Government while continuing your studies at school. Over two years you'll: Earn a wage while you learn Complete a Certificate III in Business that may contribute towards your HSC Gain real workplace experience Build valuable skills for future jobs Make professional connections and learn from experienced mentors Strengthen your résumé before leaving school About the Opportunity As a trainee at Department of Customer Service in the Government Shared Services team, you will learn how businesses keep track of money that is owed to them and support the finance team with day-to-day tasks.

You will: Check and manage team emails and help respond to customer enquiries. Help keep customer account information up to date. Check records to make sure payments and account balances are accurate. Assist with answering questions from customers about their accounts. Support the team in following up outstanding payments from customers.

Maintain accurate records and organise financial information. Use computer systems and software to enter and update information. Build skills and knowledge in finance, administration and customer service. Work as part of a team to help ensure accounts are managed efficiently. What you'll gain Real workplace experience in a finance team.

Skills in administration, customer service and record keeping. Confidence using business systems and financial processes. Support and mentoring while you learn and develop your career. No previous work experience is required. You'll be supported every step of the way through: Aboriginal mentors Workplace buddies Dedicated program coordinators A supportive team committed to your success Position available in: Orange These traineeships are funded through the Elsa Dixon Aboriginal Employment Grant, which supports Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to access employment and career development opportunities within the NSW Public Sector.

About the Department of Customer Service The Department of Customer Service (DCS) helps improve life for people across NSW. We deliver services that millions of people use every day through agencies including: Service NSW Revenue NSW Fair Trading At DCS, you'll be part of a team making a real difference in communities across the state.

Ready to Apply? Submit your Expression of Interest and tell us: "What unique experience do YOU as an individual bring to a trainee role at DCS and why should we choose you?" (Limit 300 words) Applications must include a copy of your résumé.

Description copied from NSW Government's careers page. Read the full posting before you apply.

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