Calling 17 to 24 year olds.

Are you passionate about the environment?

Are you looking for something where you can make a REAL difference?

National Green Jobs Corps may be the answer.

With MAX

What is National Green Jobs Corps?

Simply put it is the Australian Government’s environmentally focused work experience and accredited training program for 17-24 year olds.

How does it work?

26 week green projects will be run to benefit the local community in a range of areas including;

• Bush regeneration
• Beach and dune rehabilitation
• Wildlife and fish habitat protection
• Flora, fauna and endangered species land surveys and audits
• Community consultation and surveys relating to the environment
• Cultural heritage such as restoration of culturally significant buildings and sites
• Training and hands-on experience in Climate Change Related Industries, and
• Developing community information and education products.

Can anyone do it?

There are a few criteria that need to be met. Firstly there is the age restriction; you must be between 17-24 years old. A few other requirements are:

• Receiving Youth Allowance (other), Newstart Allowance or Parenting Payment and not working more than 15 hours per week
• Disability Support Pension recipient willing to work 15 hours per week or more, or
• 17-20 year old not in receipt of Income Support Payments and not working more than 15 hours per week or in full-time education.

What do you get?

Upon competing a NGJC project with MAX Employment you will receive a FREE certificate II in training and work experience.