National Green Jobs Corps 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. 

Through this program, it has been estimated 10,000 young Australians will have the ability to fill employment opportunities in emerging green and climate change industries.

With National Green Jobs Corps running at ITeC since 2009, the project has provided not only manpower to the Killalea State Park, but it has assisted in building the confidence of the participants, encouraging a commitment to ongoing education while participants learn worthwhile work and life skills that can put them on the pathway to employment and further education.

                Lake Illawarra Authority – Hooka Point & Heritage Park Regeneration Project 

                Shellharbour & Killalea State Park – Community Resource Conservation Project  

The National Green Jobs Corps:

• Provides environmental and heritage work experience in structured projects and activities
• Focuses on conservation, protection and rejuvenation of Australia’s natural environment
• Provides a range of personal development opportunities including team work and job preparation skills
• Assist in developing strong community connections through participation and contribution to the community
• Improves career and employment opportunities through accredited training and on the job experience
• Assist in preparing young people for employment through developing time management skills

Experienced and passionate conservation trainers support participants through their Certificate II in Conservation and Land Management in a practical training environment while providing transport, uniform and individual learning support.