national green jobs corp

The National Green Jobs Corps (NGJC) is an Australian Government work experience and training program that offers a combination of environmental work experience, skill development and accredited training for youth aged 17 to 24 years. The program will equip an estimated 10,000 young Australians with the skills to fill employment opportunities in emerging green and climate change-related industries.

NGJC is designed to engage young people who care about the environment and are not currently in employment or training.

National Green Jobs Corps:

• provides quality environmental and heritage work experience and training opportunities in structured projects and activities
• focuses on the conservation, protection and rejuvenation of Australia's natural environment, and the restoration of cultural heritage;
•  helps provide the skills to fill employment opportunities in emerging green and climate change-related industries, particularly where there is an urgent need to avoid damage to environmental/heritage assets and improve our readiness for the impact of climate change;
• promotes connections between young Australians and the community;
• provides personal development, including team work and leadership skills and job preparation skills;
• offers skill development and training through activities that are structured and sequential in their learning outcomes;
• strengthens connections with the community through relationships, participation and contribution to the community;
• improves career and employment prospects through accredited and on-the-project training; and
• helps prepare young people for employment.