Why a BlueScope Engineering Cadetship?

Our Cadetship Program offers a unique opportunity to accelerate your personal and professional growth by combining paid work with tertiary study — a two-for-one advantage that puts you well ahead of your peers.

Cadetships offer a blend of part-time study and part-time work. You’ll attend university classes one day per week while gaining valuable experience onsite at BlueScope. If you’re entering directly from Year 12, you’ll work casually for your first year and study full-time at university. This flexible approach allows you to build knowledge while gaining insight into how your studies apply in a real-world setting.

What’s in It for You?

When you join our Cadetship program, you’re not just gaining work experience, you’re stepping into a world of opportunity, growth, and real-world impact.

• Get ahead while still studying - Start building your career now. Learn real-world skills related to your studies. You’ll develop practical, hands-on skills that directly relate to what you're learning at university, giving you a clear advantage and the confidence to realise your goals early
• Work on real projects with real impact - Rotating through various departments, you'll contribute to the outcomes of multiple diverse projects. Every placement is tailored to your stage of study, helping you connect classroom theory with practical experience
• Your growth matters to us - Our development programs aim to invest in you and your personal growth, your goals, and your future. From technical training to personal development, we’ll support you in becoming an engineer or scientist who stands out, both personally and professionally
• Earn while you learn - As a paid Cadet, you’ll earn a competitive salary while receiving financial support for your studies. We’ll also give you dedicated time during the week to attend university classes and sit exams
• Strong support network - You’ll be mentored by experienced leaders and professionals who want to see you succeed. You’ll be guided, encouraged, and empowered every step of the way by a team who believes in your potential

Since its inception almost 50 years ago, hundreds of Cadets have been guided through their journey alongside seasoned professionals, growing into the BlueScope leaders making a difference today. We’re not just building careers, we’re building the future, and that future could start with you. 

Click here for more information on BlueScope Cadetships and watch the videos to learn more from our Engineering Cadets.  

How to Apply?

We welcome students from all backgrounds who are excited to challenge themselves, try new things, and be part of a future shaped by innovative ideas, bold thinking, and meaningful work. Engineering is as much about creativity and impact as they are about technical skills.

We'd love to hear from you, if you find yourself answering "yes" to the below: 

• Are you a Year 12 student who’s ready to turn your curiosity into a career, and have the subjects lined up to study an engineering degree at the University of Wollongong (UOW)? 
• Or maybe you're already at university (in your 1st or 2nd year), currently studying or open to transferring into an engineering program at UOW? 
• Do you want to be part of a team where you’ll do real, hands-on work that matters, helping shape not only how we work and what we create, but also the world we live in?

Please note, it is a requirement to upload a copy of your resume and academic transcript as part of your application.

Apply now and build the future with BlueScope — your journey starts here.

Applications close Sunday 17th August 2025.