Expression of Interest – Indigenous School-Based Traineeship Program 2027

Commonwealth Bank; Sydney; On-site; AUD 8,000 - 12,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly Yarning Circles

Certifications

Mentoring support

Supportive team

Job summary

Commonwealth Bank is offering an Indigenous School-Based Traineeship across Australia. This program lets you learn, earn and gain real-world experience while finishing school, with mentoring and industry-recognised certifications.

As a trainee, you’ll complete a nationally recognised qualification, gain credits toward your senior certificate, and connect with leaders and peers through monthly Yarning Circles. It’s a supportive path to your future, starting in 2027.

Qualifications

• As a student, you are in Year 11 or 12 and eager to learn while completing your senior certificate.
• Identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander to participate in the program.
• You must be turning 16 in 2027 to be eligible.

Responsibilities

• Work, learn and earn while finishing school
• Complete a nationally recognised qualification
• Receive credits towards HSC, VCE, TCE or equivalent
• Monthly Yarning Circles to connect with Indigenous employees and trainees
• Industry-recognised certifications to strengthen your resume
• Meet and learn from leaders and employees across CommBank
• A supportive team that helps you succeed

Skills

Willingness to learn

Teamwork

Reliability

Education

Year 11 or 12 student (2027)

Job description

Step Into Your Future with CommBank’s Indigenous School-Based Traineeship

• Interested in learning, earning and gaining real-world experience while you’re still at school?
• Ready to build new skills, grow your confidence and get a head start on your future?
• Want to be part of a supportive team that celebrates your culture and helps you succeed?

At CommBank , we’re proud to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students through our Indigenous School-Based Traineeship Program.

This is more than just work experience. It’s a chance to build confidence, learn new skills, meet great people and take positive steps towards your future while you’re still at school.

What’s in it for you?

As a trainee, you’ll:

• Work, learn and earn while finishing school
• Gain real workplace experience with one of Australia’s largest and most trusted organisations
• Complete a nationally recognised qualification
• Receive credits towards your HSC, VCE, TCE or equivalent senior school certificate
• Develop valuable skills that can help set you up for future study, employment and career opportunities

More Than Just Work Experience

Throughout the program, you’ll have support every step of the way, including:

• Support and mentoring from your Group Training Organisation (GTO)
• Monthly Yarning Circles where you can connect with other Indigenous employees and trainees
• Industry-recognised certifications to strengthen your resume
• Opportunities to meet and learn from leaders and employees across CommBank
• A supportive team that wants to see you succeed

Who Can Apply?

You may be eligible if you:

• Identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander
• Will be turning 16 in 2027
• Are starting Year 11 or Year 12 in 2027

Be enthusiastic, reliable and eager to learn

Locations available across Australia

We encourage applications from students living in metropolitan, regional and remote communities.

We’ll Support You Along the Way

Starting something new can feel a little daunting, but you won’t be doing it alone.

Our Indigenous Careers Team will support you throughout your journey — from applying for the program through to completing your traineeship.

We’re committed to creating a workplace where you feel supported, can be yourself and have the opportunity to thrive.

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