WORK EXPERIENCE
Year 10/11 school or TAFE students with a strong interest in astronomy and science are encouraged to book into a 5-day work experience program at Sydney Observatory.
Daytime work experience attendance times: 10am – 4pm.
Night visit: times vary according to the season.
The program outline below is a guide only and, dependent on the programs or time of year, may change substantially.
Day 1
- Introduction to Sydney Observatory, facilities, operations and staff.
- ‘Shadow’ an astronomy educator during a school or public visit.
Day 2
- Book into a night session.
- Study the Sydney Sky Guide to predict what will be seen during night visit.
- Front of house meet and greet and use of the admissions system.
- Explore Observatory Hill and visit the other museums, historic sites and education facilities in close proximity.
Day 3
- Prepare or trial a short audio tour on the main things you find interesting in the gardens or building.
- Research one type of group who visits Sydney Observatory.
- Update or develop a database. This is usually the viewing night.
Day 4
- Prepare or help mail-out marketing materials or update our website.
- Help with astronomy / history research for special program or event.
Day 5
- Finalise previous work and complete school / TAFE paperwork.
To participate in work experience, please email with:
- Your name, school, year, careers advisor’s name and school’s fax number
- A brief description of your astronomical experiences
- A paragraph explaining why Pluto is no longer considered a planet and your opinion of this change
- The particular week you’re after
- Anything else you think we should know about you in order to choose you for this experience
