September 19, 2024

Australian Trade and Investment Commission (Austrade)

Canberra

FULL TIME

Austrade School Leaver Program

Classification: APS1
Location: Canberra - ACT
Salary: $58,156

THE ROLE:
Finished year 12 and looking for a challenging employment opportunity? Join Our Team at Austrade!

If you're a Year 12 graduate from 2023 or 2024 and eager to kickstart your career, the Austrade School Leaver Program is the perfect opportunity for you! Our School Leavers Program is a tailored 12-month program that will introduce you to interesting work and support your development.
You will gain access to our fantastic mentoring program, where a dedicated in-house mentor will be provided to you for the entire year, providing you with support to integrate seamlessly into our agency.

WHAT WE OFFER
Austrade offers exciting careers both in Australia and overseas. Feedback from our people tells us that Austrade is a great place to work. During your 12-month School Leavers Program, we offer:

Full-time Employment: Engage in a 12-month program filled with practical, hands-on work experience.
Competitive Starting Salary: $58,156, plus 15.4% superannuation.
Advancement Opportunity: On successful completion of your program year, you’ll to advance to the APS2 level.
Leave: four weeks paid leave per year as well as Christmas shutdown.
Formal Training: Gain nationally recognised qualifications with a Certificate IV in Leadership and Management or Business.
Professional Development: Access various networking opportunities and professional growth avenues.
Supportive Team Environment: Work with a dedicated supervisor and within a collaborative team that values your contributions.
Inclusive Workplace Culture: Experience a diverse and welcoming workplace where everyone can thrive.
Opportunities Across Australia: Explore positions available for our 2025 program in Canberra.

Take the first step towards a rewarding career with Austrade—where your potential meets our vision!

Given our commitment to diversity and inclusion, Austrade actively encourages applications from people with disabilities, LGBTQIA+ people, women, and people with diverse linguistic and cultural backgrounds for all of our roles.

CLOSING DATE:
Applications close at 11:30PM, Monday 7 October 2024 (AEDT)

ELIGIBILITY:
You must meet Austrade general eligibility requirements to apply for the 2025 School Leavers Program which includes:

have completed a Year 12 certificate (or equivalent) in 2023 or 2024
be an Australian citizen
undergo security and police checks.

Prior to starting the Austrade School Leavers Program, successful candidates need to obtain and maintain an Australian national security clearance at Baseline level.

All applicants assessed as suitable for the program will be placed in a merit pool and may be considered for further roles in Austrade.