ABC’s News Division is offering a number of positions in its Cadet Journalists/Producers Program.

The successful applicants will be offered a one-year training contract and will be trained as journalists or producers for radio, television and online news. 

Applicants should have appropriate tertiary qualifications and/or some relevant media experience and potential. Applicants must have initiative, well-developed research and writing skills and good communication skills. A broadcast quality voice is essential. A demonstrated interest in news and current affairs is required as is a familiarity with all ABC News output. You must also be able to work well in a team and take direction. People of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent are encouraged to apply.

Successful applicants may be required to relocate interstate. At completion of training and based on performance, an opportunity to join a regional newsroom may be offered.

Please read the 2013_Information_leaflet.pdf and Cadet_FAQ’s_2013.pdf for further information.

All applications are to be registered online by applying here.

Applications close 5pm (AEST), Friday 21 September 2012.

Read the experiences of three ABC staff members who are all former cadets, here.