Attract and retain young people

Young people (16–24 years) bring fresh new ideas, perspectives and creativity to the workplace. They’re usually adaptive to technology and change, and have an eagerness and willingness to learn.

Attract young people through:

• apprenticeships—for skilled trades (e.g. electrical, plumbing, cabinetmaking, automotive)
• traineeships— for vocational roles (e.g. business administration, information technology, tourism).
• school-based apprenticeships and traineeships—for young people still completing high school (generally years 10, 11 and 12)
• cadetships—for young people studying at a tertiary level to help them develop practical experience in their chosen field of study
• industry or vocational placements—for young people who want to complement their degree with professional development
• graduate programs—for university graduates. Visit the Queensland Government graduate portal for more.