Australian Broadcasting Corporation – Sydney NSW

15h ago , from Australian Broadcasting Corporation ABC

- Shape your future by helping us to shape ours
- Bring your passion and enthusiasm for creative storytelling to Australia's independent national broadcaster
- Hands-onworkshops,mentoringand on-the-job training
- A salaryfrom$75Kp.a. + choice of 15.4% ABC superannuation
- Cadetships start in February 2027

News Cadetship

Do you have a passion for journalism and storytelling? An insatiable curiosity and a need to knowwhat’sgoing on in the world, and why?As a cadet journalist, no two daysare the same as you report and produce news content for online, social,videoand audio platforms, working in the field and in the studio.You’llbe trained and mentored by some of Australia’s top journalists to ensure the best support and development for your future. Working in a busy metro newsroom will equip you with the skills and experienceyou’llneed to work in one of the ABC’s diverse regional bureaus once you have successfully completed your cadetship.

While experience in the mediaindustry or studyin journalism isadvantageous,we’rekeen to see applications fromtalented storytellers, with curious minds and great ideas.

We arealsoseekingAboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander candidateswho aspire toa career injournalismfor the Caroline Jones Cadetship.While youdon'tneed a journalism degree orprofessionalmedia experience,you’llbe creative and curious,withstrong communicationskillsand a genuine desire to make a difference through storytelling.You must identify as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person andunderstandthe issues affecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and possess the ability to communicate respectfully and effectively with communities. Pleaseindicatein the application form if you would like to be considered for this cadetship.

About you

We’renot looking for specific qualifications within the media industry, but you will need to impress us with your passion,creativityand determination. You will be a self-starter, a team player, agile,flexibleandopen toliveand work in regional Australia following the successful completion of your cadetship.You will be enthusiastic about news, currentaffairsand all things digital, and be keen to connect with young and underrepresented audiences.

About the ABC

The ABC is Australia's leading independent news service, and we're based in more than 60 locations across the country.

Our journalism reaches millions of Australians every day across digital, social, television, radioand emerging platforms. We'realso Australia's fastest-growing digital news service, creating engaging content for audiences on TikTok, Instagram, YouTube and beyond.

We’recommitted to career development; we look for potential and invest in our people to be leaders in their fields. In fact, some of our most recognised journalists started as News Cadets.

We believe our workforce should reflect the communities we serve. We strongly encourage applications from First Nations peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with disability and members of the LGBTIQA+ community.

- Ifshortlisted, you will be contacted inSeptember2026
- Expected start date for this position is February 2027

Applications close strictly at 11:55pm on Friday, 11thSeptember

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📌 ABC News 2027 Cadetship (New South Wales)
🏢 Australian Broadcasting
📍 New South Wales