4 years full time appointment with the possibility of permanent employment

Full tuition payment for the duration of the Undergraduate degree

Allocated study time to attend classes and exams

Level 1/2 $58,141 plus 17% superannuation

Join one of the best modern universities in Australia as a Management Cadet. The University of Wollongong’s Management Cadetship is a 4 year program aimed at Year 12 school leavers.

The Opportunity

Cadets rotate through a number of areas across the University over the four year term including, but not limited to, People and Culture, Strategy, Student Services, and Governance. Cadets also undertake a relevant undergraduate degree majoring in areas such as Business, Business Administration, Communication & Media Studies, Computer Science, Economics & Finance, International Studies, Information Technology, Mathematics and Finance. Other areas of study may be acceptable if they are considered compatible with the work placements of the Cadetship. You will complete work placements across areas of the university and undertake a 12-month specialised placement which relates to your degree major and will assist in preparing you to gain a permanent full-time position at the university in your chosen field.

Responsibilities of the management cadet vary according to the work

Responsibilities of the management cadet vary according to the work unit to which they are assigned. All duties are outlined and agreed upon at the commencement of each placement.

How to Apply

You will be prompted to respond to the selection criteria as part of the online application process. Please review the Application Guidelines. You will be able to save your application and submit at any time prior to the closing date.

Additionally, applicants will be required to upload the following:

a copy of your year 11 and 12 school reports (to google drive, Dropbox or similar file share and include the relevant link below your attachments).

a resume

a cover letter

The below links provide comprehensive information on the position, program and the University of Wollongong, along with hints and tips for creating your application.

For further information about this position, please contact Simone Morley on 02 4239 2018.

Position description

Information Brochure

Application Guidelines

For further information about this position, please contact Simone Morley on 02 4239 2018.

** Please do NOT enter your date of birth into any prefilled section when applying as the system will not accept it.

Closing Date: Sunday, 10th August 2025, 11:59pm

The University of Wollongong is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. As an equal opportunity employer, and a recognised leader in gender equality, we encourage and welcome applications from a diverse range of backgrounds and people including: culturally and linguistically diverse, women, disability, LGBTIQ+, and Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Australians.

Please note: This position is not suitable for remote working arrangements.