When you apply, we'll ask you about your interests, career aspirations, preferred work experience opportunities, location and travel preferences. 

We then work with our host organisations to match students with placements that align as closely as possible with their interests, location and available opportunities. 

Our goal is to create a meaningful experience that helps you better understand the careers available across the construction and built environment industry

Applications will be reviewed after the application period closes. 

TWIC will work with host organisations to match students based on their interests, preferred career pathways, location and host availability. 

We expect to contact successful applicants with placement details approximately 3–4 weeks before the program commences. 

At that time, students will receive information including: 

• Host organisation details  

• Placement location  

• Placement dates  

• Daily start and finish times  

• Dress code requirements  

• Any PPE, induction or site requirements  

• Contact information for the host organisation  

If additional information is required to support the matching process, a member of the TWIC team may contact you prior to placement allocation. 

Work experience placements generally follow the normal working hours of the host organisation. 

Most students can expect to attend between 8:00am and 5:00pm, Monday to Friday, although exact start and finish times may vary depending on the organisation and activities planned for the week. 

Your host organisation will provide confirmed details prior to the placement commencing, including: 

• Daily start and finish times  

• Workplace location  

• Transport and arrival instructions  

• Dress code requirements  

• Any PPE or site-specific requirements  

If you have any concerns regarding travel, school commitments or availability, please let TWIC know during the application process. 

No. 

Students are not required to hold a White Card to participate in the program. 

Some host organisations may be able to provide additional site-based experiences for students who already hold a White Card, so please let us know if you have one. 

Many schools have insurance arrangements that cover students undertaking work experience placements. 

We recommend discussing this with your school's careers advisor or work experience coordinator. 

TWIC will provide additional information and guidance regarding insurance requirements as part of the placement process.

All participating organisations have chosen to be part of the program because they are passionate about supporting young women and promoting careers in construction. 

Host organisations receive guidance and resources from TWIC to help create a positive and engaging experience for students. 

Depending on your placement, your week may include workplace introductions, career discussions, site visits, shadowing professionals, project exposure, team activities and networking opportunities. 

TWIC will also remain available throughout the program to support both students and host organisations. 

No. 

The TWIC Experience Construction Work Experience Program is an educational work experience opportunity designed to help students explore careers in construction and the built environment industry. 

Students are not employed by the host organisation and will not receive payment during the placement. Instead, the focus is on gaining real-world exposure, learning from industry professionals and developing a better understanding of potential career pathways. 

Many students find the experience valuable in helping them make decisions about future study, apprenticeships and career opportunities. 

Absolutely. 

Construction is one of Australia's largest industries and offers a huge range of rewarding careers for women across design, engineering, project delivery, sustainability, property, leadership and business operations. 

The industry continues to evolve, with increasing focus on diversity, inclusion, flexibility and creating opportunities for women at all levels. 

TWIC was founded by women who love what they do and want to help the next generation discover the same opportunities. 

If you want to help shape cities, solve problems, work with great people and make a real impact, construction may be the industry for you.