Elite Athlete Transition Program
Merging passion and finance, this program helps elite athletes transition into a corporate career through an 11-week paid internship. Participate in community sports programs and build a professional network.
At Macquarie Bank Limited, we foster a diverse environment where everyone contributes to outcomes. You'll be part of a supportive team that empowers innovative thinking.
To be eligible, you must be an Australian citizen, Australian permanent resident or New Zealand citizen.
Your Role:
Gain professional experience and set yourself up for a successful corporate career as a Macquarie Sports Scholar. Engage with the financial services industry, work on impactful projects, develop new skills, explore different fields, and take on challenging tasks.
Key Responsibilities:
* Participate in an 11-week paid summer internship in one of Macquarie's business groups.
* Join volunteering opportunities with Macquarie Sports' projects/programs, such as sports clinics and events.
* Network with the Macquarie Sports Scholarship alumni, Macquarie Group summer interns, and sporting and not-for-profit organizations.
Your Profile:
* You are an ambitious, focused, and well-organized elite athlete committed to pursuing a corporate career.
* You have represented at national and/or state levels in sport within the past three years.
* You have a career interest in the banking and finance sector.
* You are available to complete your placement during the nominated period.
* You demonstrate high-level tertiary academic performance.
* You do not currently have full-time employment.
* We welcome applications from students with all degree backgrounds.
Macquarie Sports is part of the Macquarie Group Foundation. Since its establishment, it has provided opportunities for over 200,000 children to participate in coaching clinics and meet elite Australian and international athletes. With a focus on regional, rural, and marginalized communities, Macquarie Sports works alongside peak sporting bodies with like-minded community programs. It also provides grants to sporting organizations that work to reduce barriers to opportunity amongst young people in Australia, and a scholarship program assisting elite sports men and women with their post-sport transition into corporate work.
All scholarship positions are based in Sydney, Australia.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:
We are committed to providing a working environment that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply, regardless of their identity, including gender, race, ethnicity, cultural identity, nationality, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, intersex status, marital or family status, neurodiversity, religion or belief, disabilities, or socio-economic background.
We encourage candidates to let us know if they require adjustments to their working arrangements or the recruitment process.