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This is more than just a job; it's a chance to become a Cadet Journalist with Australia's most committed journalism company.
Commencing in November 2025, this is a twelve-month program to develop your journalism experience. We have positions available across Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide, Brisbane, Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast, Toowoomba, Townsville, Cairns, Darwin, Hobart and Geelong.
To be considered for these positions, you will need to be available for our assessment centre on either the 16th or 17th of September 2025.
The Cadet Opportunity
As a Cadet Journalist, you'll gain invaluable experience across Australia's diverse journalism brands, mastering core skills and modern techniques. You'll work in a supportive environment that fosters creativity, with structured rotations in metropolitan, national, and regional newsrooms. You'll engage in special projects influencing public discourse and benefit from mentorship by seasoned professionals.
Who Are You?
We welcome applications from diverse backgrounds and experiences. We are looking for Cadet Journalists who possess the following qualities and skills:
You are a born storyteller, skilled at crafting narratives through words, visuals, and multimedia.
You thrive in dynamic environments, staying ahead with emerging technologies and social media trends.
You are passionate about local stories, regional insights, national affairs, or specialised topics like technology or data journalism and are interested in developing genuine subject matter expertise.
You are available for our assessment centre on either the 16th or 17th of September 2025.
Who Are We?
As Australia's leading storytellers, our brands reach millions weekly, driving conversations and setting agendas nationwide. We're at the forefront of media innovation, adapting rapidly to lead the market. Join us in a fast-paced, ever-evolving environment where your skills and ideas can shape the future of journalism.
News Benefits is our way of saying thank you to our people for their valued contribution to News, our audiences, clients and communities. Thanking them for the great things they do daily, for the greater good of Australia. Our benefits include:
Exclusively ours - Access to publications and products from across the News Corp family.
Health & wellbeing - Advice, support and facilities for healthy minds and bodies (including an onsite gym at our Adelaide, Brisbane & Sydney offices).
Time off - News offers a range of leave options to support your personal needs and moments that matter in life: Parental leave, Birthday leave, Volunteer leave, Career break and Compassionate leave.
Helping you grow - Development opportunities (including diversity and inclusion - focused education series) and recognition.
Financial wellbeing - Support on making the most of your money.
Perks & discounts - Exclusive offers across a range of products and services.
Giving back - Make a difference to our communities.
Workplace Inclusion and facilities – Engage with your passions through various employee-resource groups and accessibility to multi-faith quiet rooms & parents' rooms.
What's Next?
Ready to become the next Cadet Journalist and shape the future of journalism? Submit your initial application now and we'll send you information about the program and our process.
To learn more about our National Cadetship Program, join us at one of our National Cadet Program Virtual Information Sessions:
10th July Thursday at 1pm
16th July Wednesday at 10am
22nd July Tuesday at 2pm
Apply now. Your future awaits you Applications close 11:59pm AEST 28 July 2025
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion We know that diversity strengthens our teams and newsrooms as we seek to tell stories that represent the diverse communities of Australia that we serve. Our people make us unique and we all have a story. We encourage people of all ages, backgrounds, races, cultures, religions, sexual orientations, abilities and gender identities to apply. Inclusion is important to us and we want everyone at News to bring their whole-selves to work. If you require any accommodations or adjustments throughout the recruitment process, or would like to outline which pronouns you prefer, please feel free to let us know.
If you require any accommodations or adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please feel free to let us know. For more information regarding Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at NewsCorp Australia please visit www.newscorpaustralia.com/careers under the DEI section.
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Renowned for world-class journalism and marketing services nationally and internationally, we are passionate, creative and dynamic. We offer a fast-paced environment that encourages individuals to take control of their future and challenge themselves in ever-changing fields.
With over 150 brands across news, sport and lifestyle, backed by a team of more than 5,000 dedicated people across the country, News Corp Australia is trusted by over 18 million Australians a month to provide the information and inspiration they seek across multiple print, video, audio and digital platforms.
Renowned for world-class journalism and marketing services nationally and internationally, we are passionate, creative and dynamic. We offer a fast-paced environment that encourages individuals to take control of their future and challenge themselves in ever-changing fields.
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