Get hands-on experience
A career in youth work is an opportunity to support young people and help shape their lives.
The Top Blokes Traineeship Program – supported by Ronald Geoffrey Arnott Foundation – is your gateway.
Youth work is rewarding and fun – but it can also be challenging. That’s why we created the Traineeship Program to meaningfully support young adults looking to gain the practical skills and qualifications to make a real impact on the lives of young people.
Skills and Impact
The lowdown
Gain a Cert IV in Youth Work while you work directly with boys and young men across schools and community groups. Earn while you learn through real-world experience in a supportive and fun culture, all while being supported by expert guidance from our team.
Meet Trainee Hayden
from Participant to Mentor
Through the 18-week program, Hayden discovered his own potential and the power of having someone believe in you. “I realised people saw something in me I didn’t see in myself,” he shared.
Now, as a Top Blokes Trainee Youth Worker, Hayden is on the other side of the workshop circle. His path from participant to mentor reflects the organisation’s mission: to empower young men to become positive leaders in their communities.
I’m keen, What’s Next?
Applications for the 2024 Traineeship program are now closed.
Sign up to our newsletter to find out when 2025 applications will open or email [email protected] to express your interest.
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