Position yourself with key skills for the archives of the future
The National Archives has partnered with Charles Sturt University to host a new Digital Archiving Cadet program that focuses on enhancing and developing digital archive and data skills. In 2024 there are places available for innovative and engaged people seeking to enter the field of digital archiving.
Are you interested in cultural heritage, data and technology? Considering a career change? Earn and learn with the Digital Archiving Graduate Cadet Program and graduate without additional fees for your education.
What you will experience as a Digital Archiving Cadet
The Digital Archiving Cadet is a new program where you will be offered:
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Full fees paid for a brand-new qualification and the first of its kind in Australia from Charles Sturt University: Graduate Certificate in Digital Archiving - Study (csu.edu.au)
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Paid work at the prestigious National Archives of Australia APS4 level part time (0.6 pro rata) for eleven months with the possibility of ongoing employment
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Access to peer support and networking opportunities in digital archiving, and;
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attractive leave provisions and other benefits.
Desirable Attributes for Cadets
We are looking for cadets who will:
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collaborate with others in order to achieve the best possible outcomes
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incorporate feedback into their work
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learn new concepts, models and workflows
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be open to ways to improve processes or systems
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seek out and make sense of information from a range of sources
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understand and uphold the APS Values, Code of Conduct and Employment Principles
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use a range of systems and software