Do you run an company, not-for-profit organisation, one-off initiative, project or event in regional Queensland and are finding it hard to attract university students to come and work with you?

Then this project is one for you to get involved in!

The Brolga Project is a new initiative that places final-year university students into short-term work experience positions with rural and regional host agencies, businesses, government departments and non-profit organisations.

The project is all about building regional opportunities, for businesses and students alike. The goal is that once the urban-based students have experienced life with a progressive business in rural and regional Australia they will return to continue their career with the regional business after completing their studies.

With a presence in a dozen universities from South Australia to North Queensland, up to five students a day are expressing a willingness to participate. With such strong student response, the Brolga Project managers are looking for more host agencies to offer student placements.

Placements may be as short as a week of unpaid experience, or as long as four months paid. Each placement is unique and is negotiated on an individual basis.

Host agencies interested in finding out more about the project are encouraged to contact the office (07) 3366 1005 or complete an online expression of interest form at www.brolgaproject.com.au.