Australian Public Service Information and Communications Technology Cadetship Program
- Do you want to start an exciting career in ICT?
- Do I need a background in ICT?
- What’s in it for me?
- How long will it take?
- What will I have to do?
- Where will I work?
- Will I keep my job once I've finished the Program
- How do I stay on track?
- Want to know more?
Do you want to start an exciting career in ICT?
The Australian Public Service (APS) Information Communications Technology (ICT) Cadetship Program is seeking current university students to work part-time in an Australian Government agency while completing a university undergraduate degree.
Benefits of participating in the APS ICT Cadetship Program include:
- exciting place to work
- gain on-the-job experience
- great working conditions
- opportunity to develop cutting edge skills
- make a difference
- work in the field while obtaining your degree
Do I need a background in ICT?
You need to have completed one year of an undergraduate degree or equivalent (fulltime). If you are not studying ICT, you will need to enrol in an ICT major. This will allow you to apply your studies to your job, and what you learn on the job to your studies.
You need to be eligible for employment in the APS.
What’s in it for me?
You have a great opportunity for employment in the APS, getting relevant work experience as you complete your undergraduate studies.
Cadets earn an attractive and competitive salary package, including leave and superannuation. You will be eligible for pay increases as you successfully complete each year on the Program.
You will also receive a generous study allowance to support your university costs.
How long will it take?
You will complete your Cadetship when you successfully graduate from your current course of study. You will work a minimum of two days a week in the workplace, with the remainder of the working week dedicated to your study. The maximum duration of this Program is a maximum of three years.
What will I have to do?
You will work as part of a team in an ICT area of your employing agency undertaking a extensive range of ICT related tasks.
You will also have an opportunity to participate in valuable learning and development through your agency.
Where will I work?
You will be selected by one of the participating Australian Government agencies across the country. Positions are expected to be available in Canberra and Adelaide.
Each agency focuses on a specific area, such as communication, defence, finance, environment, education, workplace relations, health, community services, science and so on.
Will I keep my job once I’ve finished the Program?
Yes! On successful completion of the Cadetship Program and university graduation, you will simply transition to a full-time permanent employee in your Australian Government agency. You may even have immediate opportunities for a promotion.
How do I stay on track?
Your workplace supervisor will guide your day-to-day work, answer questions and provide advice. You will also be provided with additional support through a dedicated Career Development and Support Officer, who will monitor the progress of all the Cadets in your cohort.
Want to know more?
Applications for the 2011 Cadetship Program are now closed.
For more information email us on ictcadetships@finance.gov.au
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