CareerTrackers Indigenous Internship Program
This great non-profit brings Indigenous young people the support they need to attend and graduate university. It aims to create pathways for both school and university students through providing high school mentors and linking university-goers with paid, multi-year internships.
Perfect for:
- High school students looking to attend university
- Current university students
Learn more about CareerTrackers
Australian Indigenous Mentoring Experience (AIME)
Perfect for:
- 12-18-year-old high school students
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Study Assistance Scheme (ABSTUDY)
ABSTUDY offers financial support for Indigenous students or apprentices. This support is available for those studying full time and who have reached the minimum school leaving age, helping students remain in their courses, apprenticeships or traineeships for longer.
Perfect for:
- Full-time students/apprentices in financial need, who have reached the minimum school leaving age for their state
Queensland Indigenous Youth Leadership Program
- Young people in Queensland, aged 18-25 years, who are looking to develop leadership skills
Learn more about the Queensland Indigenous Youth Leadership Program
Indigenous Australian Government Development Program (IAGDP)
IAGDP is a fantastic Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander career support opportunity for those specifically searching for government roles. This is an 18-month entry-level employment and development program for Indigenous peoples interested in working in the Australian public service. Participants gain unique and valuable experience that they can put towards their future careers, with a guaranteed position at the end.
Perfect for:
- Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people wanting to build a career in the Australian Public Service
Indigenous Higher Education Units
The Indigenous Higher Education Units are located on university campuses across Australia. They aim to create a network of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students on university campuses, providing academic, personal and cultural support during their studies. The units also help to produce a sense of belonging and establish an Indigenous presence in all Australian universities.
Perfect for:
- Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander university students
Learn more about Indigenous Higher Education Units
Scholarships
There are a wide variety of Indigenous scholarships available for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. These cover a diverse range of disciplines, including Science, Music, Midwifery, Medicine and Dentistry. There are educational institutions around the country offering these scholarships at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
Additional Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander scholarships are available from the Australian Indigenous Education Foundation – which enables students in financial need to attend leading schools across Australia
Perfect for:
- Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander university students
Learn more about the scholarships available
Kennelly Constructions Indigenous Resource Student Bursary
Summary
When it comes to taking the next step in your education and career, the most important thing to remember is you don’t have to go it alone. There are many resources to support Indigenous Australians, so be sure to take advantage of every opportunity that comes along.
For more support and advice on Indigenous careers, get in touch with the Aboriginal recruitment experts at First People Recruitment Solutions.
