Role Explorer
Think working for your local council is all desks and paperwork? Think again! At Carmarthenshire County Council, no two days are the same. You could be helping to organise community events, protecting local woodlands, keeping our roads safe, or making our parks shine.
This is your chance to step into the real world of work — to explore different industries, see what truly motivates you, and gain experience that sets you apart.
Our work placements give you the opportunity to:
- Develop practical skills employers are looking for
- Get hands-on experience in meaningful roles
- Build connections that could shape your future career
Ready to take the first step?
Here’s a sneak peek at some of the exciting placements waiting for you at Carmarthenshire County Council.
Tech & Digital
Explore IT, coding, digital design, engineering, and vehicle technology.
Project Management Placement
Interested in seeing how projects are planned, coordinated, and delivered? This placement offers hands-on experience across a variety of areas that keep initiatives running smoothly.
Engineering Design Division Placement
Looking to explore the world of civil engineering? This placement gives you the chance to gain practical experience across a variety of key areas that bring infrastructure projects to life.
Property Design Placement
Interested in architecture, building services, or construction management? This placement provides hands-on experience in a professional in-house design consultancy.
Fleet Workshops Placement
Interested in vehicle maintenance, engineering, or workshop operations? This placement provides practical, hands-on experience in maintaining and managing a fleet of vehicles.
Responsive Repairs Team – Property Maintenance Work Experience Placement
Interested in construction, trades, or hands-on problem-solving? This placement offers practical experience with our Responsive Repairs Team, part of the Property Maintenance section within the Place, Infrastructure & Economic Development Department.
Creative & Media
Get hands-on with theatre, design, journalism, museums, and marketing.
Cofgar Museums Opportunities
Step into the world of heritage and culture with placements across our unique museums.
Creative Industries Placement
Step into the fast-paced world of the arts and live events! This placement offers a dynamic, hands-on experience where no two days are ever the same. You’ll be part of a collaborative team, gaining insight into what it takes to deliver unforgettable performances and events.
Environment & Outdoors
Work with nature, wildlife, and the great outdoors.
Natural Environment Opportunities
Passionate about the outdoors, conservation, or ecology? This placement offers the chance to gain real-world experience in protecting and enhancing our natural environment, through a mix of office-based activities and site visits alongside specialist officers.
Caring & Community
Support people of all ages and abilities.
Housing Placement
Curious about what it’s like to be on the front line of housing services? This placement offers a unique chance to step into the role of a Housing Officer and see how we support our communities every day.
Adult Residential Care Homes Placement
Interested in healthcare, social care, or supporting adults in residential settings? This placement provides practical, hands-on experience in delivering care and support to residents.
Business & Public Services
Learn about finance, administration, and how councils run.
Data & Grants
Looking to build practical skills while making a real impact? Our team offers applicants the chance to get hands-on experience across a variety of key areas.
Education Services - Administration Placement
Interested in seeing how education services run behind the scenes? This placement gives you the chance to gain hands-on experience in the vital administrative work that supports schools, staff, and students.
Finance - Pensions & Communications Placement
Interested in finance, pensions, or professional communications? This placement offers a hands-on introduction to how pension services are managed and communicated. Suitable for 15/16 year olds.
