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Thank you for your interest in wanting to attend Work Exposure in Government (WEX) Canberra 2026. Please read the information below and fill out the form to apply for WEX Canberra 2026.

The application period opens on Monday 15 June and closes on Monday 20 July. The sooner you apply the sooner we are able to assess your application.

Before starting the application, please collect the following information:
- Medical Details (Medicare number, medical center and contact details etc.)
- Parent/Guardian Information (name, phone, email)
- Principal or Teachers Information (name, phone, email, position)

WARNING: Please note, there is NO save and continue button. Once you start your application you must submit it for it to be processed. If you close the window or web browser at any point you will lose the progress of your application.
About WEX
WEX provides Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students in Years 10, 11 and 12 with hands-on experience and information about job opportunities and career pathways in the Australian Government.

WEX is funded by the National Indigenous Australians Agency (NIAA) under its Children and Schooling Program. The WEX program is delivered by the Australian Government in partnership with ETM Perspectives (ETMP).

WEX Canberra 2026 will run from Sunday 13 September to Friday 18 September 2026 in Canberra, ACT. We are seeking applications from students attending schools in Australia.

PARTICIPATION IN WEX CANBERRA 2026 IS FREE. All transportation, accommodation and meals will be provided at NO COST.

In 2026, WEX Canberra activities and experiences may include:
  • Meeting Indigenous leaders in government and obtaining advice on career planning.
  • Working alongside Indigenous mentors who will help guide your own personal leadership journey.
  • Meeting other Indigenous students and future leaders.
  • Visits to different Australian Government agencies such as the Australian Federal Police, Australian Defence Force Academy, and Parliament House.
  • 1 on 1 and small group workshops on leadership, mentoring and how to make the most of your school learning experience.
  • Cultural activities.
  • A Careers Expo, where students can talk to representatives from a range of Government agencies.
  • Prizes, giveaways, and WEX merchandise packs.

Eligibility:
To participate in WEX you need to:
  • Identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander.
  • Be enrolled in Year 10, Year 11, or Year 12 in 2026.
  • Be located and go to school in either Tasmania, Victoria, New South Wales, South Australia, Western Australia, Queensland, Northern Territory or Australian Capital Territory.
  • Be interested in a career in the Australian Public Service.
  • Have your school’s support to attend.
  • Be emotionally resilient and able to be away from home for up to five days.
  • Be confident travelling to and from Canberra without supervision.
Important Note: Whilst you are required to be emotionally resilient in being away from home, we guarantee that we will work to do our best to ensure your safety and wellbeing supporting your physical and emotional needs. Once you arrive in Canberra, WEX staff will take over duty of care. A team member in a WEX T-shirt will meet you and take you to the accommodation.
Completing your online application form
  • Make sure you provide your FULL LEGAL NAME. If your application is successful, this information will be used to book your travel.
  • We define ‘home community’ as the suburb or town from which your family originates. This may be different to your current place of residence and may include more than one location.
  • Your application will only be considered if ALL sections of this form have been completed.
  • When preparing your application, you might like to visit https://www.apsjobs.gov.au for information about career opportunities in the Australian Public Service.
  • WEX participants will be selected from a variety of geographical locations within Tasmania, Victoria, New South Wales, South Australia, Western Australia, Queensland, Northern Territory and Australian Capital Territory, ranging from very remote to urban. Please note, that the earlier you complete your application the earlier it will be assessed for shortlisting (a spot is NOT guaranteed, but it will increase your chances to attend WEX Canberra).

Sections
There are 5 sections to be completed in this form:
  • 1: Student Details
  • 2: Medical Details
  • 3: Tell us a bit about yourself! (These are the following questions that will be asked in the application, please give them some thought before starting the application).
      • What interests do you have outside of school?
      • Why are you interested in WEX?
      • What personal qualities will you bring to WEX?
      • What are your career goals? How will WEX help you achieve those goals?
      • Is culture important to you? If so, can you tell us about your family, country, and/or community and why these are important to you.
      • What does leadership mean to you as a young person?
  • 4: Transportation
  • 5: Consent

Questions or concerns?
The ETMP Team understand that parents, carers, students and student support staff will have questions. That is why we will make ourselves available so that you may ask anything you wish about the WEX opportunity and the care/supervision arrangements. For all enquiries please contact us at wex@etmp.com.au.

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* 1. Do you agree to the above information and are eligible to apply for WEX Canberra?

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