AUSTRALIAN DEFENCE FORCE (ADF)

ADF WORK EXPERIENCE OPPORTUNITIES 

Army Familiarisation Simpson Barracks (Macleod) 

A program designed specifically for students with an interest in the Army  

Location: Simpson Barracks, Macleod 

Placement Dates: 27-28 August 2024  

Application closes: Sunday 14 July 2024 11:30pm 

Link to apply: Army Familiarisation Simpson Barracks (Macleod)  

 

STEM Immersion Week 

Showcasing various STEM careers 

Location: Fisherman’s Bend (Port Melbourne) 

Placement Dates: 11-15 November 2024 

Application closes: Sunday 21 July  2024 11:30pm 

Link to apply: STEM Immersion Week: Fishermen's Bend (Port Melbourne) November 2024 

 

Exercise First Look – Indigenous Youth Program- Soldier: Army Logistics Training Centre  

A program designed specifically for students with an interest in the Army(Indigenous students only)  

Location: Bandiana  

Placement Dates: 07 – 11 October 2024  

Application closes: Sunday 28 July 2024 11:30pm 

Link to apply: Exercise First Look - Indigenous Youth Program - Bandiana  

 

Army Careers Expo Puckapunyal 13 September 2024 

Location: Puckapunyal, Victoria  

If your school is interested in attending this exciting event, please contact us via email vic.workexperience@defence.gov.au  by 31st July 3024. 

 

Army Familiarisation Puckapunyal 

A program designed specifically for students with an interest in the Army 

Location: Puckapunyal, Victoria  

Placement Date: 14 – 17 October 2024 

Application closes: Sunday 18 August  2024 11:30pm 

Link to apply: Army Familiarisation: Puckapunyal 

 

Exercise First Look – Indigenous Youth Program- Soldier: Army Logistics Training Centre  

A program designed specifically for students with an interest in the Army (Indigenous students only)  

Location: Simpson Barracks, MacLeod  

Placement Dates: 25 – 29 November 2024  

Application closes: Sunday 18 August 2024 11:30pm 

Link to apply: Exercise First Look - Indigenous Youth Program - Simpson Barracks  

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Indigenous Pre-Recruit Program (IPRP) Do you have students who are not confident they’re ready for Initial Military Training? This 6-week program might be suitable for them. They will experience military life and receive fitness pre-conditioning and skills to set them up for success in their future military career  

 

Navy Indigenous Development Program (NIDP) For students interested in the Navy, this program will help them meet the education and fitness requirements for a future Navy career. It runs for 21 weeks and includes both military training and TAFE education. Plus, students will be paid while they learn new skills.  

 

Army Indigenous Development Program (AIDP) For students looking to join the Army, this program will help them meet the education and fitness requirements for entry and includes cultural activities to help them maintain their connection to country. It runs for 17 weeks, and students will be fully paid while they gain the skills, knowledge, and confidence to start their Army career.  

 

Air Force Indigenous Options If you have students interested in the Air Force but unsure which role to pursue, we can assist in finding the right career path for them, helping their careers to grow.