Eastern Health has services across the largest geographical area of any metropolitan health service in Victoria, covering 2,816 square kilometres. We provide a range of emergency, surgical, medical and general healthcare services, including maternity, palliative care, mental health, drug and alcohol, residential care, community health and state-wide specialist services to people and communities that are diverse in culture, age, socio-economic status and healthcare needs.
Hear from past participants!
“I really liked how we all got to experience all different areas of the hospital through the program”
“It was a really great experience in general and it has definitely let me know more about the healthcare industry through my first hand experience at Box Hill Hospital. I greatly appreciate all the work Eastern Health have put in to let me complete my work experience here.”
Frequently Asked Questions
Are you still accepting applicants?
Please contact your school / your Local Learning and Employment Network.
Do you have a phone number?
The quickest way to receive a response is to email EasternHealthWorkExperience@easternhealth.org.au
Please note, with current volumes, you may experience a delayed response.
What’s the process for applying?
Applications are facilitated by the Gateway (Manningham and Whitehorse) / Outer East (Maroondah and Yarra Ranges) Local Learning and Employment Networks (LLEN), or by independent schools. Please contact your school or careers counsellor to discuss the application process.
Do you accept students from schools in other catchment areas?
Due to current capacity, we primarily support students in our local catchment areas (Manningham, Maroondah, Whitehorse, and Yarra Ranges LGAs). If you’re unsure about eligibility, please check with your school.
Any Other Questions
If your questions have not been answered by your school or your LLEN, you can email EasternHealthWorkExperience@easternhealth.org.au