Become an apprentice, trainee or cadet

With more than 480 different apprenticeships or traineeships in 16 industries, you have amazing options to start a rewarding career. Cadetships are new and currently there is only one available.

What is an apprenticeship, traineeship or cadetship?

All of the above are practical, hands on training programs where you are paid while you learn. They’re a great start to all sorts of careers and opportunities.

Where do I start?

First, congratulate yourself on a smart decision! Take the time to do a bit of research to explore all the possibilities available to you.

How do I find an employer?

There are lots of switched on employers looking for switched on apprentices, trainees and cadets. A bit of planning and investigation will give you the edge.

All you need to know about applying for jobs.

It looks easy – and it can be if you put in the preparation upfront. If you haven’t had much experience at job hunting, don’t worry, a bit of effort will boost your confidence.

What happens next?

Now you’ve made it, you want to know where to from here. Congratulations, it’s not the finish, it’s the beginning and you really are getting ahead.