Marketing Cadet

Careers at Council; Sydney; On-site; AUD 58,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary from AUD 58,493.20 to AUD 66,06

Flexible work arrangements

Fitness Passport

Employee Assistance Program

Generous leave entitlements

Career development and mentoring

Job summary

Georges River Council in Sydney is seeking a Marketing Cadet to gain hands-on experience while supporting campaigns that promote services, programs, events and city-wide initiatives. You will work with experienced marketing professionals to contribute to content creation, social channels, website updates and brand promotion.

This cadetship requires current study in Marketing or related field, proficiency with Canva and Adobe Creative Cloud, and a collaborative, proactive approach.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a degree in Marketing, Communications, Media or related discipline.
• Experience using Canva and Adobe Creative Cloud to develop creative content.
• Understanding of social media platforms and scheduling tools for audience engagement.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with colleagues and community.
• Collaborative, proactive approach to problem-solving and teamwork.
• Willingness to think creatively and contribute solutions across marketing projects.
• Good organisational skills to manage priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to diversity and fostering an inclusive workplace culture.

Responsibilities

• Assist planning, delivery and evaluation of marketing campaigns promoting services, programs, events and initiatives across the Council.
• Support implementation of the City Marketing Strategy and contribute ideas to raise community engagement.
• Create engaging content for social media, including posts, photography and short-form video.
• Update and maintain website content ensuring accuracy and accessibility.
• Ensure consistent application of brand guidelines across materials.
• Collaborate with Libraries, Museums, Stadium and Events teams to promote programs.
• Contribute to various City Futures and corporate projects showcasing Council work.

Skills

Canva

Adobe Creative Cloud

Social media management

Communication skills

Education

Marketing/Communications degree

Tools

Content management tools

Job description

8d ago , from SEEK Grad Graduate Positions

Kick-start your marketing career while helping tell the story of one of Sydney's most vibrant local communities.

The Role

As a Marketing Cadet, you'll gain valuable hands‑on experience while supporting the delivery of marketing initiatives that promote Council services, programs, events and city‑wide campaigns. Working alongside experienced marketing professionals, you'll contribute to content creation, social media management, website updates, campaign delivery and brand promotion, helping to engage residents and showcase all that Georges River has to offer. This is an exciting opportunity to develop practical skills across a broad range of marketing activities while completing your studies and building a strong foundation for a future career in marketing and communications.

What You'll Be Doing

• Assist with the planning, delivery and evaluation of marketing campaigns that promote Council services, programs, events and community initiatives.
• Support the implementation of Council's City Marketing Strategy and contribute ideas that strengthen community awareness and engagement.
• Create engaging content for social media channels, including written posts, photography and short‑form video content.
• Update and maintain content across Council's websites, ensuring information is accurate, accessible and current.
• Support the consistent application of Council's brand and style guidelines across marketing and communication materials.
• Work collaboratively with teams across Council, including Libraries, Hurstville Museum & Gallery, Jubilee Stadium and Events, to promote programs and activities.
• Contribute to a variety of City Futures and corporate projects while helping showcase the work of Council to residents, visitors and key stakeholders.

About You

You are a motivated and creative marketing student looking to gain hands‑on experience and build a strong foundation for your future career. You enjoy working collaboratively, are eager to learn, and bring a proactive approach to problem‑solving. To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Current enrolment in a degree in Marketing, Communications, Media, Public Relations or a related discipline throughout the cadetship.
• Demonstrated experience using Canva and Adobe Creative Cloud to develop creative content.
• Demonstrated understanding of social media platforms and scheduling tools, and their role in audience engagement.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage professionally and respectfully with colleagues and the community.
• A collaborative approach and a commitment to demonstrating integrity, accountability, respect and honesty in the workplace.
• A willingness to think creatively, embrace new challenges and contribute solutions to a variety of marketing projects.
• Good organisational skills, with the ability to manage priorities and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
• A commitment to diversity, inclusion and fostering a positive and equitable workplace culture.

What We Offer

• Salary from $58,493.20 to $66,806.04 gross p.a. (full‑time equivalent), plus 12% superannuation
• Temporary part‑time position for up to two years, or until completion of studies, whichever occurs first
• Flexible work arrangements to support study and work commitments
• Access to Fitness Passport for you and your family
• Confidential Employee Assistance Program
• Generous leave entitlements, including annual leave, personal leave and additional MyLeave
• Employee Rewards Program
• Career development and mentoring opportunities within a professional marketing team

Closing Date: Friday, 25 September 2026 at 11.59 PM AEST.

Offers of employment at Georges River Council are contingent upon satisfactory results of a thorough background check.

Please note you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, a permanent resident, or hold unlimited working rights in Australia (no visa restrictions) to apply for this position.

Georges River Council is a progressive, people‑focused organisation with 600 dedicated staff delivering exceptional services to our diverse and vibrant community. Our vision is to be 'naturally connected to place, community, and Country'. We are committed to creating accessible green, and liveable spaces, nurturing creativity, protecting the natural environment, and building a thriving local economy. We foster our values of Accountability, Professionalism, Unity and Honesty and take pride in promoting the image of Council in the community. We are committed to building a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion, and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, workers of all ages, people with disabilities, people who identify as LGBTQIA+ and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. At Georges River Council we are committed to putting children first and championing child safety within our community. We actively advocate for the rights of children and young people and will uphold our commitment as a child safe organisation.