National Archives' Digital Archiving Graduate Cadet Program is an opportunity to continue qualified study while getting hands-on experience in the management of digital records that define Australia's past and shape its future.
While working part-time (equivalent of 3 days a week) at National Archives, the Digital Archiving Cadet will be supported to complete the Graduate Certificate in Digital Archiving from Charles Sturt University.
Learning will be completed remotely with a 50% loading (2 subjects per semester, over two semesters).
All course fees will be fully covered by National Archives as part of the cadetship program.
The study component of the cadetship is online and is to be completed outside of working hours at National Archives.
The successful cadets will undertake three rotations during the eleven-month program, primarily in the Government Information & Collection Management and Access & Public Engagement branches.
During the rotations, the successful cadets will build practical skills and experience in a range of roles, with an emphasis on digital archiving.
At the successful completion of the cadetship, a full-time, ongoing role will be offered to the cadets at APS4 level.
Be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance at Baseline clearance level.
Preference will be given to applicants who are able to work in Canberra, but requests to be based in Adelaide, Brisbane, Perth, Melbourne or Sydney will be considered.
Relocation assistance may be provided on a case-by-case basis.
The selection process may include a mix of practical tasks,



group activities and individual interviews for shortlisted applicants.
If shortlisted for individual interviews, these are tentatively set for the week beginning 12 October ****.
Employment in the graduate cadet role will be from 1 February ****.
The Graduate Certificate Session 1 program begins on 1 March **** (TBC).
The role is based in Canberra, but other location will be considered.
Eligibility: Applicants must be Australian citizens and be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance to baseline.
RecruitAbility applies to this vacancy.
Under the RecruitAbility scheme you will be invited to participate in further assessment activity for the vacancy if you choose to apply under the scheme; declare you have a disability; and meet the minimum requirements for the job.
For more information see: RecruitAbility | Australian Public Service Commission (apsc.gov.au)
Indicative Timeline:
Online candidate information sessions week beginning 10 August ****.
Application closing date Sunday 23 August ****.
Practical tasks requested (if shortlisted) 4 September ****.
Interviews (if shortlisted) Week beginning 12 October ****.
Successful applicants informed by 13 November **** at the latest.
Security checks November – December ****.
Employment begins 1 February ****.
Graduate Certificate Session 1 begins 1 March **** (TBC).
If you are interested in applying and would like to know more, please register for a Q&A; session on one of the following dates (you only need to attend one session and attendance is optional):
Tuesday 11 August *******pm-1pm AEST
Wednesday 12 August ******pm-2pm AEST

📌 Digital Archiving Graduate Cadet (Canberra)
🏢 National Archives Of Australia
📍 Canberra