Year 12 Work Experience Opportunity Devon County Council are offering 6 work experience placements for Year 12 student
Want to discover an industry full of potential?
Join the Devon County Council Waste Management Team for 4 days and discover a wide range of career opportunities through site visits, talks and activities including:
1. Visiting an Energy from Waste Plant and Recycling Centre
2. Learning about sustainability and the circular economy
3. Learning how we use social media and engage communities
When?
13th - 16th July 2026 10am - 4pm each day
Where?
Locations will vary each day but mainly Exeter based. Further details when you apply.
"I particularly enjoy the creative work I get to do, designing leaflets, posters, social media content, as well as speaking to the public in tours and at events. Waste Management is like an endless well of knowledge yet to be discovered, and so I'm happy to say that the learning never stops." Waste Management Intern
“I love meeting people and collaborating on a wide range of projects that I know will make a difference to both people and the planet” Senior Waste Manager
“No two days are the same, and being responsible for your own area of work is very rewarding.” Senior Waste Manager
Got a question?
Contact Lucy Mottram
Telephone: 01392 383519
Email:
How do I apply?
Please open the document attached and scan the QR code and fill in a short application form.