Youth WEX

(Work EXperience programme)

Want to gain some work experience? We can help!

Keen to complete a WEX placement or looking for something specific? We work with a fabulous group of local businesses and we may be able to find you the perfect placement for you!

If you have any questions, get in contact hello@workreadykapiti.co.nz.

Work experience has been identified by employers as advantageous to being work ready and therefore helpful in finding employment. It also assists with identifying employment pathways for the future, is useful to put on your CV and you may even get a reference from the experience.

Our work experience programme - WEX, is aimed at 15-24 year olds. Having launched in July 2019, initially as a school holiday programme, the demand from both businesses and youth has led us to extend the programme and we are now offering placements on an ongoing basis - meaning there are always placements available and always students willing to complete them.

We liaise with local employers to secure a diverse and exciting range of placements and local colleges support us in the vetting and matching of youth to suitable placements. If you are interested in completing a placement with a local employer, please discuss this further with your college.

However, if you are not currently attending a local college this does not disqualify you from applying, simply contact us to discuss this further.

Register your interest below

Current Placements

  • Event Support for WRK Annual Awards


    Interested in gaining work experience in the event space? Work Ready Kāpiti are looking for youth interested in assisting our team setting up seats for the Annual Awards Ceremony. Get a peek into the events industry and meet some of the Work Ready Kāpiti team.

  • Hospitality


    Are you keen to get some hospitality experience? We have a number of hospitality businesses keen to get you onboard. This is a high-intensity, fast-paced environment, and you can learn a lot in a very short timeframe! Let us know your interests, are you a Front of House or Kitchen support superstar?

  • Event Support for Electra Business & Innovation Awards


    Looking to get an inside scoop to the events industry? Electra Business & Innovation is looking for rangatahi keen to help set up seats prior and post-event. Jump on the team and get experience in working alongside some really cool fun people who are happy to provide insight into this highly demanding and fast-paced industry.

  • Trades


    Interested in trades? We can help you! There are many trades businesses on the Kāpiti Coast, just let us know your niche!

    Some people prefer electrical, plumbing or even landscaping - options are endless!