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Indigenous Pathways

Find Your Future!

If you’re Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, there’s an opportunity for you — whether you’re at school, finishing school or studying at university. Gain real workplace experience, build skills and get one-on-one support from an Indigenous Mentor.

Real Wages

New Skills

Workplace Experience

Cultural Support

Our Indigenous Pathways

Identified School-Based Traineeships

Start your career while you're still at school. Open to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander students in Years 10–12 — get paid to work one day a week, build new skills and complete a Certificate II in Workplace Skills.

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Identified Traineeships

Take the first step in your career with an Identified Traineeship. Ideal for recent school-leavers, you'll gain paid work experience, complete a nationally recognised qualification and build workplace skills.

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Aspiring Koorie Teachers (AKT)

Start your journey in education. Work in a school as an Education Support Officer, gain a nationally recognised qualification and receive mentoring from experienced educators.

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Indigenous Cadetships

Designed for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander university students — gain practical experience in your field of study while completing your degree, with paid work, mentoring and a study allowance.

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Cultural Support

We understand that Indigenous young people may face many challenges throughout their career journey. That's why all our Indigenous participants have access to an Indigenous Mentor who provides personal, cultural and career support.

“As an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Mentor for AFL SportsReady, I've experienced firsthand the transformative power of mentorship. I provide crucial guidance, cultural understanding, role modelling, networking opportunities, personal development, emotional support, and community connections. This comprehensive support helps individuals navigate challenges and embrace their potential.”

Anzac Leidig - Indigenous Mentor

Current Vacancies

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Featured Roles

NAB First Nations Careers

NAB is offering paid traineeships for First Nations young people across Australia. No previous experience is required - just a positive attitude and willingness to learn!

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