Rise by Talent - Get into Tech

Talent; Sydney; On-site; AUD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid 10-week program

Mentoring and career development

Job summary

Rise by Talent in partnership with The King's Trust offers a 10-week paid technology work experience in Sydney CBD, NSW. The program combines 4 weeks of paid industry experience with 6 weeks of practical technology training, plus mentoring and career development to help participants pursue entry-level tech roles.

Open to women from migrant or refugee backgrounds, under 35, with a genuine interest in technology and a readiness to gain practical experience, this program welcomes those without an

Qualifications

• Has genuine interest in building a career in technology.
• May have qualifications, overseas experience or transferable skills but are struggling to secure opportunities in the Australian technology industry.
• Demonstrate curiosity, initiative and a growth mindset.
• Are motivated to gain practical experience and take the next step towards employment.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside technology professionals on real workplace activities and build relevant experience.
• Develop technical skills through hands-on tasks and training.
• Gain industry exposure, mentoring and career development support.

Skills

Interest in tech

Growth mindset

Curiosity

Initiative

Motivated to learn

Job description

Dates: 1st February – 9th April 2027

Paid Technology Work Experience

Get Into Tech 2027

Location: Sydney CBD, NSW

Duration: 10 weeks | Full-time, Monday–Friday

Dates: 1st February – 9th April 2027

Looking to break into the technology industry?

Have the skills, motivation or interest in technology but finding it difficult to get your foot in the door?

Rise by Talent, in partnership with The King's Trust, is offering a 10-week program designed to help women from migrant or refugee backgrounds, aged 35 and under, gain the practical experience, industry connections and confidence needed to pursue a career in technology.

Whether you've studied technology, gained experience overseas, developed your own technical skills or are looking to transition from another industry, this could be your opportunity.

What you'll gain

• 4 weeks of paid industry experience – Work alongside technology professionals, contribute to real workplace activities and build relevant experience.

• 6 weeks of practical technology training – Develop technical skills, including preparation towards CompTIA A+ certification.

• Industry exposure and mentoring – Connect directly with employers and experienced technology professionals.

• Career development and support – Build your confidence, professional network and readiness to pursue employment opportunities after the programme.

We're looking for talent who:

• Has a genuine interest in building a career in technology.

• May have qualifications, overseas experience or transferable skills but are struggling to secure opportunities in the Australian technology industry.

• Demonstrate curiosity, initiative and a growth mindset.

• Are motivated to gain practical experience and take the next step towards employment.

• Can commit to the full 10-week full experience in person, Monday to Friday.

You don't need a technology degree or previous Australian tech experience to apply.

Where could this lead?

The program is designed to give you the paid work experience and career preparation needed to prepare you for entry-level opportunities across technology, including IT support, service desk, technology operations and other technology-related roles.

While ongoing employment is not guaranteed, you'll gain practical experience, industry connections and career support to help you pursue your next opportunity.