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AUSTRALIAN DEFENCE FORCE (ADF)

AUSTRALIAN DEFENCE FORCE ACADEMY (ADFA)

The Australian Defence Force Academy (ADFA) offers world-class degrees in Business, Arts, Science, Engineering, Computing and Cyber.Based in Canberra, students who join ADFA have a unique opportunity to receive advanced military and leadership training whilst studying a range of degrees from the University of New South Wales (UNSW). 

 

ADFA also offers students a salary while they study, allowing them to focus throughout their degrees and enjoy a range of sporting and extra-curricular activities without the need to get a part-time job.Upon graduation, students are guaranteed a career in the Navy, Army or Air Force and will have their degree fully funded, graduating HELP-debt free. Students who graduate from ADFA move into a range of exciting and varied jobs as leaders in engineering, logistics, aviation, administration and much more. 

 

Read more about ADFA and how to apply, call 13 19 01 or find a local ADF Careers Centre

 

ADF Careers offers over 300 roles across 10 different categories

 

These consist of a wide range of specialist military positions, support roles, traditional and technical trades and professions that range from medicine to engineering. Many of these jobs will suit students from diverse backgrounds and those who are not thought of as likely candidates for the ADF. These jobs are focused on the future, aimed at those who are looking to make the most of their Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths skills.

 

ADF Work Experience  

Day in the Life of a Medic/Nurse: Bandiana (October)  

  • A program focusing on the role of Medics and Nurses within the ADF 
  • Location: Bandiana, VIC 
  • Placement Date: 29 October 2025 
  • Applications close: 11:30pm 31 August 2025 
  • Link to apply: Day in the Life of a Medic/Nurse: Bandiana 

 

STEM Immersion Week: Fishermans Bend (November)   

 

Australian Army Band Melbourne: Simpson Barracks  

  • A program designed specifically for students with an interest in Musician roles in the Army 
  • Location: Melbourne, VIC 
  • Placement Dates: Multiple opportunities throughout 2025 - to be negotiated 
  • Applications close: 11:30pm 9 November 2025 
  • Link to apply: Australian Army Band Melbourne: Simpson Barracks 

 

If you have any questions regarding the Defence Work Experience Program, please email vic.workexperience@defence.gov.au