Are you young and passionate about pursuing a career in the performing arts? Get a taste for the arts industry and gain key practical experience with The Joan’s Work Experience and Work Placement programs.

Both programs aim to foster the next generation of arts industry professionals by giving students a behind-the-scenes insight into the workings of an arts organisation. During their placement, students will have the opportunity to work alongside our team of experienced arts professionals from a range of different areas including creative, production and technical.

• Work Experience is available for Year 10 students. Successful applicants complete a standard work week onsite during school term. This program gives students an introduction into the nature and workings of a professional arts environment, allowing them to link and implement classroom learning to real-life situations in the arts industry. Many students find Work Experience assists them in choosing their elective subjects for their Senior School years.

• Work Placement is available for Year 12, Vocational Educational Training (VET) and Tertiary students. Hours are flexible and tailored to the individual student’s workplace suitability. This block placement enables the student to gain a more thorough understanding of The Joan’s inner workings and further extend their skills through exclusive opportunities. For instance, helping the team backstage prepare for a show.

These initiatives are a fantastic way to discover the practicalities of the workplace, attain valuable life skills, develop arts skills and deepen your love of the creative and performing arts.

Experiences will vary for students depending on which team they are working with and what is happening at The Joan while they are there.

Interested in Applying? 

Students are encouraged to contact their School Careers Adviser. Applications are assessed on a case-by-case basis.

The Joan is committed to creating an inclusive workplace which reflects the community we serve. We welcome and encourage applications from youth regardless of gender, ethnicity, cultural background, disability or sexual orientation.

Work Experience and Placement applications will open from 1 February 2023. Please check back here from this date. For all Q Theatre Work Experience enquiries please contact creativelearning@penrith.city