GBA Work Experience Attachment Programme

GBA Work Experience Attachment Programme
  • Objective

    The GBA Work Experience Attachment Programme (WEP) offers workplace attachment in the Greater Bay Area (GBA) Mainland cities for young people, enabling participants to gain experience on the living culture and work environment in the GBA, and exploring career development opportunities in the GBA.
    Successful applicants will undergo a two-day preparatory training organised by the Hong Kong Employment Development Service (HKEDS) to gain knowledge on living and working in the GBA.  Upon completion of the preparatory training, trainees will set off to GBA in mid-June (updated) to undergo one-month workplace attachment.

  • Target Participants

    Young people aged between 18 and 29 with educational attainment at sub-degree level or below

    • Reached 18 years of age by the time of deadline of application

    • Must be a trainee of YETP (YETP accepts year-round enrolment and is free of charge)

    • Interviews required

  • Highlights

    • Training, career development and employment support services of YETP

    • Support Services in the Mainland

    • Mainland Career Advisory Services

    • Participation is free of charge, including free accommodation in the GBA Mainland City

    • Trainees are eligible for workplace attachment (WPA) training allowance provided that they complete WPA with an attendance rate of 80% or above.

    Click here to download the leaflet of GBA Work Experience Attachment Programme

  • Content

    • 2-day Preparatory Training (gain knowledge on living and working in the GBA)

    • 1-month workplace attachment in the GBA (without employment relationship with Host Organisations, assigned with Mentor to render support)

    • Weekend Activities (make good use of weekends to better understand local culture)

    • Immediate support services available during the course of workplace attachment in the GBA

    • Mainland Career Advisory Services

    Eligible for training or workplace attachment allowance upon completion of
    Preparatory Training*, workplace attachment in the GBA* and participating in Weekend Activities
    *with an attendance of 80% or above

  • Programme Timeline

    • Application open:

    15 March to 14 May 2025 (5 p.m.)
    • Recruitment Day:

    9 May 2025 (Friday)
    • Preparatory Training:

    Early June 2025 (2 days) (Updated)
    • Workplace Attachment in the GBA:

    Mid-June to mid-July 2025 (one month) (Updated)
  • Service Provider and Enquiry

    For reservation or related enquiries, please contact the service provider, the Hong Kong Employment Development Service (HKEDS), by phone / Whatsapp: 5576 6169.
    Hong Kong Employment Development Service

  • Application and Register for Recruitment Day

    Application opens on 15 March 2025 (Saturday) and closes on 14 May 2025 (Wednesday) at 5:00 p.m.  Please click the link in the box below to apply and register for Recruitment Day of 9 May 2025 (Friday) for interview.  Application could also be made with the Service Provider HKEDS, by phone/ Whatsapp: 5576 6169.

    Application closed.
    Recruitment Day was over.

GBA Work Experience Attachment Programme

Programme Details

What is the GBA Work Experience Attachment Programme (WEP)?

WEP offers workplace attachment in the Greater Bay Area (GBA) Mainland cities for young people aged between 18 and 29, with educational attainment at sub-degree level or below, enabling participants to gain experience on the living culture and work environment in the GBA.  The programme includes

  1. 2-day preparatory training;
  2. 1-month workplace attachment in the GBA;
  3. weekend activities;
  4. immediate support services during the course of workplace attachment in the GBA; and
  5. Mainland career advisory services.

There is no employer and employee relationship between participants and the host organisations.  Participants are eligible for training or workplace attachment allowance upon completion of Preparatory Training*, workplace attachment in GBA* and participating in Weekend Activities.  (* with an attendance of 80% or above)

What are the highlights of WEP?

Host Organisations will assign experienced staff member as mentor to assist trainees in understanding daily work and related work knowledge, so as to better adapt to the working environment in the GBA.  In addition, mentor will offer guidance in the daily work and provide appropriate advice and counselling when necessary.  The service provider, the Hong Kong Employment Development Service (HKEDS), will arrange different types of weekend activities during the workplace attachment in the GBA, allowing trainees to gain a better understanding of living and cultural experience in the GBA.

What are the fees for participating in WEP?

Free of charge.

  • Free transportation to and from Hong Kong and the GBA Mainland cities will be provided to participants for reporting duty and the return trip led by the service provider as well as weekend activities.  Free accommodation will be provided to participants during the course of the workplace attachment in the GBA.
  • No deposit or administrative fees required.

Is there a timeline of WEP?

Please refer to the table below.

Application period 15 March 2025 (Saturday) to 14 May 2025 (Friday), 5:00 p.m.
Recruitment Day 9 May 2025 (Friday)
2-day Preparatory Training One week before workplace attachment in the GBA (Updated)
1-month workplace attachment in the GBA Mid-June 2025 to mid-July 2025 (Updated)

Are there any other activities besides workplace attachment under WEP?

Other than the 1-month workplace attachment in the GBA, WEP offers a range of activities such as:

  • Recruitment Day: The service provider, HKEDS, will introduce WEP, the eligibility criteria and conduct on-the-spot interviews with interested trainees or young people.
  • 2-day Preparatory Training: To prepare trainees before workplace attachment commences, including information on the host organisations, job duties, living and working in the GBA, etc.
  • Opening session.
  • Weekend activities during the course of workplace attachment in the GBA.
  • Graduation ceremony: To receive a “Workplace Attachment Training Certificate” upon completion of workplace attachment training, and latest employment-related information in the GBA.

Is it compulsory to attend the 2-day preparatory training?

Yes.
Since the service provider, HKEDS, will have to inform all participating trainees details of the GBA attachment, regulations on accommodation, points to note for living in the GBA, etc., participating trainees are required to attend the 2-day preparatory training in Hong Kong prior to departure to better prepare for the 1-month workplace attachment in the GBA.

Application criteria and procedures

What are the criteria for joining WEP?

WEP opens to trainees and young people aged between 18 and 29 (reached 18 years of age by the time of deadline of application), with educational attainment at sub-degree level or below.  Participants must be YETP trainees and hold valid travel permits such as “Mainland Travel Permit for Hong Kong and Macao Residents”.  YETP accepts year-round enrolment and is free of charge.  Trainees will be required to attend a selection interview.

What are the application procedures?

Please register and attend the Recruitment Day:

  • Date: 9 May 2025 (Friday)
  • Time: 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.
  • Venue: Hong Kong Employment Development Service, G/F, Lung Shing House, Lower Wong Tai Sin (II) Estate, Wong Tai Sin
  • For reservation or related enquiries, please contact the Service Provider HKEDS, by phone/ Whatsapp: 5576 6169
    (For latest updates, please visit the YETP website.)

What documents should I bring on the Recruitment Day?

Please bring the following documents:

  • Hong Kong Identity Card;
  • Valid travel permits (such as “Mainland Travel Permit for Hong Kong and Macao Residents”)
  • Resume;
  • Education qualification and employment record proof (if applicable) (both the original and a copy); and
  • Two recent passport-sized photos

If I am not able to join the Recruitment Day, may I apply for the workplace attachment in the GBA?

Interested young people will be able to learn the details of WEP and attend on-the-spot interviews at the Recruitment Day.  If you missed the Recruitment Day, please contact the service provider HKEDS to check the availability of remaining attachment places for application.  For enquiries, please contact HKEDS, by phone/ Whatsapp: 5576 6169.

Workplace attachment training in the GBA

What is the job nature of the workplace attachment posts?

Please refer to “Attachment vacancies” tabpage.  You may also attend the Recruitment Day for more details.
Please check the YETP website for updates, or contact the service provider, HKEDS, by phone/ Whatsapp: 5576 6169.

What are the working hours of workplace attachment training in the GBA?

In general, the daily working hours is between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m., from Monday to Friday, 5 days a week.  Actual working hours vary depending on specific posts.

Support services

Are there any support or assistance during the course of workplace attachment in GBA?

Escort staff of the service provider will render support services for trainees during the course of workplace attachment in the GBA.  Trainees may also seek immediate support from the warden at their place of accommodation in the GBA.

What is the accommodation arrangement in the GBA?

The service provider will arrange free accommodation in the GBA for trainees.

Is there any assistance if I would like to look for jobs in the GBA?

The service provider will offer advice and supply the latest employment-related information to trainees regarding the support measures announced by the Mainland authorities in the GBA for Hong Kong youths.  Please contact the service provider for details.

Completion of workplace attachment training

Are there any proof upon completion of workplace attachment training in the GBA?

If you have completed the workplace attachment training and attained an attendance rate of 80% or above, you will receive a workplace attachment training certificate.

How can I obtain more career information of Mainland and GBA cities after completion of workplace attachment?

The service provider will supply the latest employment-related information to trainees.  Trainees with educational attainment at sub-degree level may visit the website of Greater Bay Area Youth Employment Scheme of the Labour Department (https://www1.jobs.gov.hk/0/en/information/Gbayes/) for employment-related information in the GBA.

Allowances

Are there any allowances for participating in WEP?

Trainees are eligible for training or workplace attachment allowance upon completion of Preparatory Training*, workplace attachment in the GBA* and participating in Weekend Activities.
(*with an attendance of 80% or above)

Embarking workplace attachment in GBA for a new direction in career planning

The GBA Work Experience Attachment Programme (WEP) offers 1-month workplace attachment in the Greater Bay Area (GBA) Mainland cities for trainees aged 18 to 29, enabling participants to gain experience on the living culture and work environment in the GBA, and exploring career development opportunities in the GBA.

The Hong Kong Employment Development Service Limited (HKEDS) was appointed to solicit and match attachment vacancies, organise 2-day Preparatory Training, as well as to arrange free accommodation and render support services for participating trainees.

4 June 2025: The Deputy Commissioner for Labour (Labour Administration), Raymond HO (front row 2nd from left), visited the preparatory training and gave his encouragement to trainees.  Beside him were Assistant Commissioner for Labour (Employment Services), Jade WONG (front row, 2nd from right), Director of YETP, LI Wai-shan (front row, 1st from right) and YIU Hung-chi,  Executive Director of the HKEDS (front row, 1st from left).

4 June 2025: The Deputy Commissioner for Labour (Labour Administration), Raymond HO, shared his experience and interacted with trainees.

4 June 2025: The Deputy Commissioner for Labour (Labour Administration), Raymond HO, shared his experience and interacted with trainees.

4 and 5 June 2025: The HKEDS arranged a 2-day preparatory training, covering topics such as introduction to workplace attachment posts and skills on living in the GBA.

4 and 5 June 2025: The HKEDS arranged a 2-day preparatory training, covering topics such as introduction to workplace attachment posts and skills on living in the GBA.

14 June 2025: Braving the typhoon signal no. 1, trainees of WEP were ready to set off to the GBA Mainland cities and commence workplace attachment. Director of YETP, LI Wai-shan visited and saw them off with warm regards.

14 June 2025: Braving the typhoon signal no. 1, trainees of WEP were ready to set off to the GBA Mainland cities and commence workplace attachment. Director of YETP, LI Wai-shan visited and saw them off with warm regards.

14 June 2025: Opening session in Zhongshan.  Each of the trainees was given an amenities kit.

14 June 2025: Opening session in Zhongshan.  Each of the trainees was given an amenities kit.