First Nations apprenticeships and traineeships
Supporting and empowering First Nations apprentices and trainees.
Why do an apprenticeship or traineeship?
As a First Nations apprentice or trainee, you’ll get paid while you get skilled. You'll also gain real-world experience, learn from industry experts, and grow your career while staying connected to your community and culture.
Having helped over 50,000 First Nations apprentices and trainees, MEGT has the tools to help prepare your job application and a Job Board where you can find hundreds of job vacancies.
Mentoring by MEGT
Did you know First Nations apprentices and trainees can access free, one-on-one mentoring?
At MEGT, our qualified First Nations mentors are here to support you every step of the way. We provide culturally safe, one-on-one guidance to help you stay motivated and on track to finish your qualification. MEGT mentors provide you with a safe space and offer advice that will help build your confidence, help balance your work and training commitments, and help you navigate through any challenge you may face.
Our mentoring program includes:
- Culturally sensitive, one-on-one support
- A safe space to share your goals and any concerns
- Guidance to help you balance your training and work commitments
- Helpful resources
- Support for employers to build inclusive and diverse workplaces
- Connections to specialist support services when needed
Meet Tyler, MEGT Mentor
A proud Yorta Yorta man and MEGT Mentor in Queensland, Tyler has a a background in primary healthcare and social and emotional support. He is dedicated to fostering positive environments for apprentices and trainees and when he's not in the office, he enjoys gaming on PlayStation, reading, and experimenting with new cooking techniques and recipes.
“My goal is to continue expanding our mentoring services to provide holistic support to First Nations apprentices and trainees. It’s rewarding to contribute to a new era of mentorship within MEGT's vision for the future.”
Michael, QLD
After a stint as a bartender, Michael is making waves in his third year of an electronics and communications apprenticeship. Michael said: "Each day is a challenge, but more importantly, it’s fun and engaging. I am privileged to be able to work with a vast amount of equipment and learn from experienced technicians.”
Rowlande, QLD
Rowlande participated in the I Got Brushed program to explore if a career in the trades sector would interest her. Having taken to the program like a duck to water, Rowlande is now working with CPD Painters and Decorators as an apprentice painter and decorator and is pictured on the day she signed her Training Contract.