As the PCCC Trust has well-established relationships with many of the large regional employers across the footprint of PCCC Country, several of these agreements include commitments to maximise the participation of PCCC people in Apprenticeships, Bursaries, Scholarships & Indigenous Traineeships opportunities..
The Queensland Academy of Sport's Youfor2032 is Australia's largest athlete talent identification program stretching across the state to find athletes with extraordinary elite sporting potential who could achieve medal success in 2032.
Applications are now open.
About the program
The program is open to aspiring athletes across Queensland aged 13 to 23 for Olympic sports (born 1999 to 2009 inclusive) and 13 to 30 for Paralympic sports (born 1992 to 2009 inclusive).
For those born after 2009, in mid-2022, Youfor2032 will invite younger athletes to register for specific early specialising sports such as diving and skate.
If you are born outside the Youfor2032 age range, please visit the program’s website for more information.
Traditional pathways operating at the local, regional and state levels where athletes are identified and given opportunities will continue to work alongside the Youfor2032 program.
As a Policy Futures graduate, you'll get to explore a wide range of opportunities to find your purpose, unleash your potential and create a better Queensland.
You'll rotate across Queensland Government, gaining exposure to diverse and complex policy environments where you will be free to explore your interests and learn from experts in the field.
Your work can impact how health, education, transport, infrastructure, police and emergency services impact and benefit Queenslanders.
Click here to learn more and sign up to the mailing list and be the first to hear when applications open.
Applications for the 2024 ATO Evergreen Program for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are now closed.
If you're an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person, the Evergreen Program is an opportunity to explore different types of work and build skills in a supportive environment.
The Evergreen Program runs for 12 months and offers a unique opportunity to work and learn with a close cohort of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
Benefits of the program:
To learn more, hear from recent Evergreen participants.
Applications for 2024 are closed.
The Victorian Indigenous Engineering Winter School (VIEWS) is an exciting program for Year 10, 11 and 12 Indigenous students from across Australia that will expand your perspective on all things engineering. Over 5 days you will get an insight into what it’s like to study and work in engineering, information technology and tech — and it may not be what you think.
You will have the opportunity to experience first-hand the work of engineers and IT specialists, meet Indigenous engineering professionals and discover pathways into engineering and IT. By the end of the week, you will have an appreciation of what an engineering and IT specialist does and how they can impact society and improve the lives of people across the globe.
Who can attend? VIEWS is for Year 10, 11 and 12 Indigenous students enrolled in Maths or Science subjects.
This program may be just what you’re looking for if you:
To learn more, please visit: https://eng.unimelb.edu.au/engage-with-us/indigenous/views?fbclid=IwAR3zg2T6E3mH80IM9xEv02pO2vRzQGqV2MsAD3oHSFeMDU_LVyVWiI0G9Ek
Winter School applications for 2024 have now closed
Are you in Year 8, 9, 10, 11 or 12 and interested in exploring the university life?
The residential preparatory program for high school students is the program for you! This is the perfect opportunity for you to embrace the uni life and gain skills for success.
About the program
The program is run over a five-day period during the school holidays. Students will live on campus and take part in academic lectures and team-building activities. This interaction provides opportunities to meet University staff and students and form bonds with other students in the program.
JCU covers all costs associated with the program, including travel to and from Townsville, accommodation and catering costs for all participants. Accommodation is at the Saints Residential College on the Bebegu Yumba campus where students will be fully supervised at all times. On-campus accommodation allows for a complete university experience!
Winter School applications for 2024 have now closed
Are You Currently in Year 12 and Planning to Study in 2025?
Then the JCU intensive preparatory program is open to you! This is the perfect opportunity for you to build basic knowledge and skills to commence university studies next year.
This program is run at the end of each year. Dates for this will be released closer to the Summer school holiday period.
Agents of Change for the Environment is an innovative opportunity for young adults from rural and regional Australia eager to contribute to environmental solutions in their communities. This unique, fully funded program combines citizen science with nature-based learning, featuring both in-person and online evidence-based educational sessions tailored just for you.
The initiative aims to establish youth-led environmental action hubs in select locations across Australia, prioritizing applicants from designated community zones. If you're a passionate change-maker aged 18 to 24, ready to make a meaningful impact on the environment, the Agents of Change for the Environment Fellowship invites you to join this transformative program.
We are looking for motivated individuals with a commitment to environmental causes, a vision for sustainability, a desire to build resilient communities, and the ability to dedicate at least 2 hours per week for 3 months.
No prior experience is necessary, and we strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
In the year ahead, Earth Watch will focus on collaborating with local environmental partners in three specific hubs:
To learn more or apply, visit: https://earthwatch.org.au/education/youth-development
Study Region: Rockhampton or distance. Research focus to be within the Fitzroy Basin region – see map here.
The scholarship is open to research students at CQUniversity studying Honours, Masters by Research or PhD to progress their learnings in a research topic relating to improving waterway health and/or understanding and use of waterways in the Fitzroy Basin. It is expected the scholarship will be used by the chosen applicant for research expenses.
(Please note: Applications for the 2024 Scholarship will open on 1 January 2024. Please consider your eligibility to apply and submit an application as soon as possible.)
The Work Exposure in Government (WEX) program is an opportunity for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students to learn about careers in the Australian Government.
All accommodation, transportation and meals are provided and students are accompanied by teachers and mentors who provide cultural mentoring and leadership guidance.
Applications are now open for the WEX Regional Garramilla/Darwin 2024. Applications will remain open until Monday the 25 March.
NIAA are seeking applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students in Years 10, 11 and 12. We are only seeking applicants attending schools in either the Northern Territory or South Australia.
Activities and experiences may include:
Click here to learn more and apply
For further information on WEX please contact wex@etmp.com.au or wex@niaa.gov.au.
These scholarships include a living stipend to support you as you complete a research project for your Doctor of Philosophy, Master of Philosophy or a research-focused professional doctorate at UQ.
You're eligible if you:
IAP applications are closed for 2023.
You can express interest in the 2024 program by emailing the IAP team.
About the program
A pathway for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to start their career in the Australian Public Service (APS).
The 12-month program offers:
It also offers a range of roles across a number of departments and agencies. You could work in:
The Fellowship is open to First Nations applicants from any discipline or professional background for a project that involves research using Queensland Museum’s collections.
The Fellowship recipient will receive
Learn more about Queensland Museum’s First Nations Fellowship and check your eligibility.
Expressions of Interest close on Monday 26 February 2024.
If you’re an Australian Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person looking for paid employment opportunities that will give you the experience you need to kickstart your career; or whether you already have experience and are looking to join NAB, we have a range of opportunities.
Click here to learn more and how to apply
We’re determined to make a real difference for Australia’s first peoples. That’s why we’re committed to offering meaningful careers to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples through our traineeships, internships, graduate opportunities and experienced hire opportunities.
ANZ is committed to developing meaningful career pathways for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. That’s why we offer a range of traineeships and programs for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and a focus on career development for existing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees to develop future leaders.
The Directions Program seeks out First Nations candidates who are:
No formal qualifications are required.
If this sounds like you, we encourage you to apply.
Partial scholarships of $1,000 - $5,000 are available to help women in select industries participate in our world-class leadership courses.
Courses are available for women at all levels.
Locations: Available at 16 Queensland Hospital and Health Services
Positions available across Nursing, Midwifery, Allied Health, and Corporate Services stream in 2025.
A cadet is employed as a temporary part time employee in their chosen profession, gaining on the job skill development while completing their full time tertiary studies for a bachelors qualification in Australia.
Click here to view the Cadetship Program flyer.
Applications for January 2025 will be live on SmartJobs on October 7.
For any queries about being a Cadet, contact: QHCadetshipinfo@health.qld.gov.au
Position status:Fixed Term Temporary
Position type: Flexible full-time
Occupational group: Primary Industry & Environment
Workplace Location: Wide Bay, Moreton Bay - South, Townsville region, Mackay region, Rockhampton region
Closing date: 15-Oct-2024
Fortnightly salary: $2234.10 - $2414.50
Job duration: until 31 January 2026 posssible extension
TARGETED VACANCY
Targeted at school leavers who graduated in 2023 or are graduating in 2024.
If you are eligible to apply for this vacancy, you can apply online.
Click here to view full position description and apply online
Queensland Health is offering statewide school-based traineeship positions for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students going into year 11 in 2025.
The Deadly Start Education2Employment program in partnership with Connect ‘n’ Grow and Seed Employment provides culturally supportive pathways for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students to start a career in the healthcare industry. The program offers cultural mentorship and support throughout the duration of the traineeship.
Traineeship positions are subject to availability at each HHS location and may include Administration, Allied Health Assistance, Nursing Assistance, Patient Support, Cookery and Food Services. Under S125 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991, there is a genuine occupation requirement for the incumbent to be Indigenous to the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Community to be eligible for a traineeship under this program.
Click here to view the Deadly Start school-based Traineeship Program Flyer
Queensland Health Deadly Start Team - QHDeadlyStart@health.qld.gov.au
Connect ‘n’ Grow - traineeships@connectngrow.edu.au
