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    Work experience placement program

    Kickstart your career in criminal law

    Are you studying law at university and in your second year (or later)?

    The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions offers a four-week work experience placement program (WEPP) for university law students with a strong interest in criminal law. We offer two, full-time, structured programs each year (Winter and Summer). We offer multiple positions across our metropolitan and regional chambers.

    Program overview

    Jump into real criminal cases from start to finish, working alongside experienced legal professionals who will guide you every step of the way. You’ll team up with crown prosecutors, legal staff, and other WEPP participants, gaining hands-on experience in a collaborative environment. Plus, you’ll observe criminal trials, court hearings and meetings with victims and witnesses, providing you with direct insight into the workings of the justice system.

    This program gives you practical, hands-on legal experience and exposure to a wide range of criminal law matters to meet your own learning objectives and to meet the objectives established as part of the WEPP. You’ll build valuable professional skills while working in a fast-paced, team-focused setting that’s designed to prepare you for a rewarding career in law.

    2026 program dates

    The Summer Work Experience Placement program is now receiving applications!

    The Summer intake will be Monday 16 November - Friday 11 December 2026.

    Please liaise with your university coordinator for details on how to apply. Applications close Friday 25 September 5 pm.

    Who should apply

    • Law students ideally in their second year (or later) of law studies or completing Practical Legal Training (PLT)
    • Law students with a genuine interest in a career in criminal law
    • Team players who can work independently and under pressure
    • Strong communicators with solid interpersonal skills
    • Strong computer, administrative and organisational skills
    • People who understand (or are eager to learn) how the criminal justice system works
    • Study leave and flexible working options available.  If you are on a student visa, please direct questions to your university coordinator below.

    Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and students from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

    How to apply

    Please liaise with your university coordinator for details on how to apply. Applications close Friday 25 September 2026, 5 pm.

    Applications for our work experience placement program are coordinated directly with universities. For more information, please contact your relevant university work experience coordinator.

    This is your opportunity to grow, learn, and step confidently into the legal world.  Be sure to check back here, or your relevant university work experience coordinator for the dates of our next intake.

    Last updated: 7 August 2026