Student placement

Looking to Make a Real Impact While Growing Your Skills?

Join HOPE – Where Your Passion Meets Purpose

Are you eager to empower individuals and give back to your community, while gaining hands-on experience in a dynamic and supportive environment? A student placement with HOPE could be the opportunity you’ve been looking for.

HOPE is a not-for-profit organisation working across alcohol and other drugs, youth justice, and mental health. We support people throughout Western Australia, especially those facing the greatest challenges and experiencing the highest levels of marginalisation.

We know that real change begins with connection. That’s why we create safe, welcoming spaces and prioritise authentic relationships with our clients, communities, and teams. We’re looking for students who are passionate, values-driven, and ready to make a difference.

Placement Locations Available

Tell us where you’d like to contribute your time and energy:

Head Office – Perth Metro

• Armadale

Goldfields Region

• Kalgoorlie
• Leonora
• Esperance

Midwest Region

• Geraldton

Why Choose HOPE?

At HOPE, we don’t just offer placements—we invest in people. Our goal is to be an employer of choice, and that starts by supporting students with:

• Professional supervision
• Tailored training and mentoring
• Real-world learning opportunities

Many of our staff began as students—so when you join HOPE, you’re not just getting placement hours, you're stepping into a potential future with us.

We believe in ‘growing our own’ because strong communities start with strong people. That’s why we foster a culture of learning, inclusivity, and innovation. And we’re proud to offer a workplace where your wellbeing and growth are a priority.

Ready to Apply?

We’d love to hear from you. In your cover letter, please let us know:

• Which service and region you're interested in
• Why you're passionate about working with us
• How your values align with HOPE’s mission

If selected to progress, we’ll be in touch with a short set of screening questions.

Please note: Placement opportunities are limited each year to ensure we maintain a high standard of supervision and training. Applications are assessed based on values alignment, study relevance, and merit.

Want to learn more?

Visit our website for further information about who we are, what we do, and the communities we serve.