Traineeships and apprenticeships offer
outstanding career options. The basic idea of a traineeship is
to combine actual work experience with structured training
opportunities and study. After you have completed your
traineeship you will receive a recognized qualification or
accreditation in your chosen field.
Training can be on-the-job or a combination
of work and study. There are a number of steps that you can
follow in order to find a trainee job vacancy that suits
you.
Step 1 Consider
Interests
In order to decide which type of traineeship
to pursue and which vacancies to apply for it is important to
consider your likes and dislikes. By thinking about your
interests and life experiences, you can start to consider that
type of industry and occupation that you might like to work in.
There are hundreds and hundreds of traineeship occupations to
choose from, so it is important to refine your search. Once you
have thought about your interests and experiences you may like
to create a list of industry areas that appeal to you, for
example IT, automotive, building and construction, retail.
Then, you can create a list of occupations in this
industry.
Step 2 Research
Research the occupations that you are
interested in by reading online job guides. You should be able
to easily find out the skills and abilities required for
particular jobs in order to determine if you would suit a
certain job. Look at the educational requirements needed and
make sure that you have the necessary pre-requisite
training.
Step 3 Create CV and Cover
Letter
The purpose of a CV is to provide potential
employers with an outline of:
• Your contact details
• Your skills and abilities
• Your education
• Your work experience
• Your references
You should use a CV template to build a
professional resume in order to best highlight your strengths
and abilities. A cover letter is intended to summarise your
strengths and indicate your suitability for, and interest in, a
vacancy.
Step 4 – Finding a
Vacancy
Searching for a traineeship can be a
challenging and involved process so you must be organized in
your approach. Employers advertise their willingness to take on
a trainee in a number of ways. Local papers can be a great
place to find traineeships, as many employers like to hire
someone who lives close to their place of business. If you
would like to find a traineeship with a large company, visit
their website. Very often, large companies will have a JOBS
link with information about their traineeship programs. Online
job seeking sites will usually include a search function so
that you can search for trainee positions. Talk to friends and
family about possible traineeship opportunities – word of mouth
can be a great way to find work.