Cadetships
Brisbane City Council runs a Cadetship Pathway Development program for tertiary students in the final years of their undergraduate degree. Cadets are paid to work at Council on a part-time basis in a discipline relevant to their studies.
Council offers cadetships in the following industries:
- business and data analytics
- communication
- engineering (civil, mechanical, environmental)
- human resources
- planning and environment
Eligibility information
To apply for the cadetship program, you must be:
- currently studying an undergraduate degree level course at a tertiary institution
- in the final two years of your degree
- have a visa/work rights that allows this type of activity (if applicable).
How to apply
Council recruits for cadets throughout the year.
View our current vacancies and employment program opportunities on Council’s careers page and stay connected by joining our talent community.
Application requirements
Application requirements
When submitting a cadetship application, include:
- you current resume
- a cover letter that addresses:
- why you are interested in a cadetship with Council and how your suited to it
- transferrable skills you've developed through work experience, or university/community/volunteer projects you've been involved with.
More information
For more information about cadetships in Council:
- email our Employment Pathways team
- phone Council on 07 3403 8888.