Indigenous careers
Part of building a better future for all Australians is ensuring our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, customers and communities prosper and grow.
We have committed to employ an additional 500 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people by 2017 as part of a broad suite of commitments announced in our 2015-17 Reconciliation Action Plan. Find out more in Westpac Weave, our 'living' reconciliation action plan which outlines our commitment and showcases our progress in detail.
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School Based Traineeships
Where you will inspire, and be inspired
Westpac Group offers Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander high school students the opportunity to kick start a career in banking and finance with a School Based Traineeship. The Traineeship gives students the opportunity to gain paid work experience for Years 11 and 12, through training that counts towards their HSC or equivalent.
School Based Trainees will develop practical workplace skills, earn an income, and obtain a nationally accredited qualification (Certificate II in Business Services). Once the Traineeship is completed students can further their qualification, find a permanent employment opportunity within Westpac Group or a University Internship through higher education.
For more info or to apply, contact the Indigenous Careers team: indigenouscareers@westpac.com.au
Full Time Traineeships
Where you can embark on a meaningful career
Full Time Traineeships suit those who want to gain experience in the financial services industry, or to re-start a career.
Completion of the Traineeship leads to a Certificate III in Financial Services or Business Services and 1 year’s paid work experience in one of our Branches or offices. Candidates are expected to have had some prior work experience, though not necessarily in a relevant role or industry.
Once the program is completed Trainees can further their qualification, find a permanent employment opportunity within Westpac Group or a University Internship through higher education.
For more info or to apply, contact the Indigenous Careers team: indigenouscareers@westpac.com.au
Internships
Where you can help us shape the nation
In partnership with CareerTrackers Indigenous Internship Program, Westpac Group provides students with an opportunity to intern with our businesses over University holidays.
The internships are paid, give professional work experience, provide students with an opportunity to explore the practical application of their chosen degree and starts them on a pathway towards joining Westpac Group's Graduate Program.
For more info or to apply, contact the Indigenous Careers team: indigenouscareers@westpac.com.au
Graduate Program
Where you will create the stories of our future
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people with relevant university qualifications, and those nearing graduation, are encouraged to apply for positions in Westpac Group’s Graduate Program.
During the Grad program we provide participants with a solid support network, structured soft skills development and business specific technical training. There are also opportunities to join groups, clubs and committees and work on exciting projects to highlight your personal strengths. The majority of our programs are based in Sydney, however, we do offer select programs in Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide and Perth.
For more information or to apply visit our Graduate Program site.
Direct Employment
Where you could lead the next generation
We are committed to improving employment opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and creating a workplace that stimulates long-lasting and meaningful careers for everyone.
We encourage applications from Indigenous Australians at all stages of their Careers. You can either visit our current vacancies page and peruse our role openings or we encourage expressions of interest to be directed to the Indigenous Careers team indigenouscareers@westpac.com.au.