Applications are now CLOSED for placements that are scheduled to take place in September, October, and November.
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.
Important Information 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
- Staff will review your application and contact you within 4 weeks to let you know if your application has been successful or not.
How to Apply
Register your interest by filling in the form below. Please note that YPRL will finalise student placements by the end of June, per calendar year. We will not accept applications after this time.
For further enquiries about student placements, please contact (03) 9408 7888 or email volunteers@yprl.vic.gov.au.