Business Traineeship

About

The Business Services industry is involved in the operation and management of businesses, including occupations from entry-level administrative and clerical staff to those involved in governance and corporate strategy at the highest level. As such it is not an independent industry; rather all Australian industries include workers in Business Services.

Types of tasks/activities completed in the role

The activities you will be involved in will depend on your specialisation you’re working towards, but examples include:

• Develop and use complex spreadsheets
• Coordinate business resources
• Address customer needs
• Data capture and storage
• Report on financial activity
• Undertake project work
• Records and Information Management

Skills you will need

• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to problem solve
• Ability to liaise with clients
• Competency in using computers
• Ability to multi-task
• A good customer service orientation

Career options available

• Executive Assistant: you will provide one-on-one support to senior staff such as monitoring a manager’s email, drafting communications on their behalf, and planning and organising meetings on their behalf.
• Administrator: you would undertake a range of functions to ensure the administration activities within organisations run smoothly.
• Project Officer: you would plan, direct, co-ordinate and implement specific activities to achieve a resource and time limited business objective.
• Office Administrator: you would engage in a number of administration activities, be able to prioritise and supervise staff to ensure smooth operations in an office environment.
• Sales Account Assistant: you are responsible for increasing organisations' products and/or services sales

Potential entry level qualifications

• Certificate III in Business
• Certificate IV in Business
• Diploma in Business

Looking to start your career in Business?

Traineeships are a great way to kick-start your career. You get paid on-the-job training, whilst also completing a nationally recognised qualification.