Professional Placement work experience opportunities at Yarra Plenty Regional Libray

YPRL accepts Professional Placement requests from tertiary students who are enrolled in a Library and Information Studies course. These placements are offered on a on a case-by-case basis and generally take place over multiple weeks — and sometimes months — depending on the placement requirements.

Eligibility Requirements for Applicants

You may be asked to attend an informal interview as part of the selection process;
A placement is not confirmed until the appropriate course and insurance documentation has been provided to YPRL by the tertiary institution;
We are unable to offer placements with less than 4 weeks’ notice. Please allow as much time as possible so we can organise your placement; and
Students 18 years or older are required to provide a satisfactory Working with Children Check (Volunteer) and National Police Check. The cost of the Police Check is the student’s responsibility.

Preferred branch location for placement *

Eltham Ivanhoe Mill Park

Preferred dates of placement *

First name *

Surname *

Preferred name *

Preferred pronoun *

Date of birth *

Contact number *

Email *

Emergency contact name *

Emergency contact phone number *

Name of tertiary institution *

Name of your course *

Teacher's name *

Teacher's phone and email *

Number of placement hours/days required *

Why would you like to complete your work experience/industry placement with Yarra Plenty Regional Library? *

Please tell us about course or curriculum outcomes you need to complete during your placement *

Let us know if there are any specific areas of Library and Information Services you would like to focus on during your placement.

At times you may be required to complete library tasks that include pushing trollies, carrying boxes, bending down, etc. There is also a lot of standing and walking involved in the placement – comfortable shoes are advised. Do you have any health concerns or injuries that would restrict your ability to carry out such tasks? *

Please inform us if you have any access requirements. What adjustments can we make to support you during your placement?

Do you have a valid Driver’s Licence/your own car? If no, please let us know how you will travel to your placement.

* I understand that Yarra Plenty Regional Library requires students who are 18 years + to provide a valid Working with Children Check and National Police Check before offering a professional placement.

* certify that the information I have provided is true and correct.