Work experience at Sunderland City Council

Work experience with Sunderland City Council

Sunderland City Council supports a wide range of unpaid work experience opportunities.

We provide a huge variety of services across the city and work with local residents, businesses, public sector partners and the voluntary and community sector on a daily basis. We create the best conditions for everyone in the city to be healthy, safe, and successful.

Doing a placement is a great way to find out whether a job or career is right for you.  It gives you the opportunity to learn new skills and experience what it is like in the workplace.

What's included? 

• The opportunity to develop a knowledge of the job
• The opportunity to be supported by hardworking, friendly staff
• The opportunity to consider training required for the job
• The opportunity to gain knowledge and experience in the workplace

Who can apply -

Anyone who is keen to learn, will make the most of the opportunity and has a willingness to work as part of a team.

How to apply -

Complete the short on-line application form Apply for work experience with Sunderland City Council

Although placements cannot be guaranteed, it is important that you identify at least two areas of work that you may be interested in experiencing to maximise the potential of securing a placement.