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Unlock Potential in Your Workforce!

Youth Projects matches motivated young people to the right roles across Melbourne’s north, west, east, and inner suburbs, backed by support in health, outreach, employment, education, and training.

Our team equips young people with the skills, confidence, and support to succeed — so you get employees who are job-ready and workplace-ready.

Last year, our TTW program:

  • Engaged 3,259 young people
  • Helped 1,049 secure meaningful employment
  • Supported 216 transition into education

You may also be eligible for the Wage Subsidy Incentive Program, providing up to $10,000 for hiring a young person in sustainable employment.

Partner with us to access talented young workers who add value to your business and make a positive impact in your community.

What We Do

We ensure your new employees thrive and your business runs smoothly:

Custom Job Roles: Leverage each employee’s strengths for seamless integration.
Efficient Recruitment: Quickly match candidates to positions.
Ongoing Upskilling: Build skills and commitment for long-term value.
Rapid Issue Resolution: Address concerns within 24 hours.
In-Work Support Mentors (IWSMs): Full onboarding support and skill development.
Post-Placement Support (PPS): Ongoing guidance, progress checks, tailored coaching, and financial assistance.

Employer Testimonials



Resources for Employers

We provide tools to support recruitment, onboarding, and employer obligations:

  • Fair Work Information Statement – Pay and conditions essentials
  • Introducing Transition to Work – Supporting young people into work
  • Transition to Work Staff – Work-ready employees trained for your business

Have questions or need more info? Get in touch anytime!

Ready to Transform Your Workforce?

Email: [email protected]
Call: 0488 762 825

Published: 1st August, 2019

Updated: 27th October, 2025

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Youth Projects Ltd. | ABN 68 149 618 486 | ACN 149 618 486

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Youth Projects acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as Australia's First People and traditional custodians of the land where we work.

We welcome people of any age, gender, sex, sexuality, culture, religion and ability.

We are committed to providing safe, inclusive and respectful services for LGBTIQA+ people. We stand with LGBTIQA+ people and are dedicated to providing support that is free from discrimination, grounded in dignity, and responsive to individual needs. 

Youth Projects is committed to providing an environment where children who come into contact with the organisation are safe and feel safe.  All Youth Projects Board members, staff, volunteers, consultants and contractors are required to uphold the Youth Projects Commitment to Child Safety and their responsibility to protect the safety and wellbeing of children.

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