Work experience and industry placement—getting started
DERM is often able to provide opportunities for tertiary students, and the environmental projects listed below are potentially available. If you are interested in any of these programs, please contact the coordinators for further details.
For more information on work experience opportunities in other divisions, please contact the nearest DERM business centre or email the Customer Referral Centre.
- Queensland Parks and Wildlife—Southern Queensland
- Queensland Parks and Wildlife—Central Queensland coast
- Queensland Parks and Wildlife—Northern Queensland
- Queensland Parks and Wildlife—Inland Queensland
- Brisbane CBD
Queensland Parks and Wildlife—Southern Queensland
| Function/discipline | Details | Contacts |
|---|---|---|
| Biological research and monitoring | Join in-the-field flora and fauna research on a broad range of species and sites from a base in Toowoomba, working with staff with extensive herpetological skills and knowledge. | (07) 4699 4319 |
| Biological research and monitoring | Participate in flora and fauna survey work and conservation management activities on Fraser Island. | (07) 4121 1609 |
| Biological research and monitoring, care of wildlife exhibits and interpretation | Help the team at Brisbane Forest Park carry out various biological projects and deliver a variety of interpretive messages. | (07) 3300 4855 |
| Botanical range of herbarium duties | The Queensland Herbarium at the Mt Coot-tha Botanic Gardens at Toowong have a formal volunteer program. | (07) 3896 9326 |
| Botanical research and monitoring | Take part in seagrass monitoring in Moreton Bay. | (07) 3131 2854 |
| Entomological research and monitoring | Participate in the Bug Catch formal volunteer program conducted in conjunction with the Queensland Entomological Society and take part in field trips in response to seasonal influences. | (07) 3247 3299 |
| Ranger-style activities and research and monitoring projects | For opportunities available in the Sunshine Coast District. For opportunities available on Fraser Island and Rainbow Beach. |
(07) 5459 6110 (Sunshine Coast) (07) 4121 1609 (Fraser Island and Rainbow Beach) |
| Zoological research and monitoring | Join the team at David Fleay Wildlife Park and get hands-on experience caring for native animals including many rare and threatened species. | (07) 5576 2411 |
| Zoological research and monitoring (marine) | Get involved in marine turtle research and monitoring at the Mon Repos rookery through the summer period. | (07) 3227 7090 |
| Marine | Help the management teams in Moreton Bay Marine Park | manly@derm.qld.gov.au |
Queensland Parks and Wildlife—Central Queensland coast
| Function/discipline | Details | Contacts |
|---|---|---|
| Biological research and monitoring | Join projects, including seagrass monitoring, based in Rockhampton. | (07) 4936 0511 |
| Zoological research and monitoring | Help the team managing the endangered Northern Hairy Nosed Wombat | (07) 4936 9549 |
| Zoological research and monitoring | Join the Rockhampton based wildlife management team. | (07) 4936 0568 |
| Marine | Work with the research and management teams in the marine parks. | (07) 4971 6510 |
Queensland Parks and Wildlife—Northern Queensland
| Function/discipline | Details | Contacts |
|---|---|---|
| Biological research and monitoring | Join flora and fauna survey work and other field activities in the Mossman and Daintree areas. | (07) 4098 2188 |
| Botanical research and monitoring and large-scale nursery activities | Participate in restoration activities on the Atherton Tableland. | (07) 4095 3406 |
| Zoological research and monitoring | Get some experience with the Atherton-based threatened species management team. | (07) 4091 8179 (07) 4091 8126 |
| Zoological wildlife management | Assist the Townsville-based wildlife management team. | (07) 4796 7792 |
Queensland Parks and Wildlife—Inland Queensland
| Function/discipline | Details | Contacts |
|---|---|---|
| Ranger-style activities and research and monitoring projects | Work in the Longreach district (includes Lochern, Diamantina, Bladensburg, Idalia and Welford). | (07) 4652 7333 |
| Ranger-style activities and research and monitoring projects | Work in the Mt Isa district at the Boodjamulla (Lawn Hill) or Camooweal Caves. | (07) 4744 7888 (District Office) (07) 4748 5598 (Boodjamulla) |
| Ranger-style activities and research and monitoring projects | Work in the Roma district which includes Carnarvon and Taroom. | (07) 4624 3535 |
| Zoological research and monitoring | Operating from the Charleville area, join in research on species including the bilby. | (07) 4654 1255 |
Brisbane CBD
| Function/discipline | Details | Contacts |
|---|---|---|
| Indigenous Services | Opportunity to work with experienced staff responsible for recognising and protecting Indigenous interests in land, natural resources, and cultural heritage. Areas include cultural heritage, native title, and claim resolution. | (07) 3406 2713 |
Last updated 13 December 2010