Cadetships are a way in which businesses can support students studying at a tertiary level to develop practical experience in their chosen field of study. A cadetship is more than a scholarship. It is a holistic approach to the development of a young person in the workplace see how.
This support can take on a number of forms – from paid work experience during a semester break to reimbursement of students to assist with their study.
Employers not only have an opportunity to support young people but it also gives them a chance to grow their own skilled workforce while trialling prospective future employees and assessing their skills and suitability for their organisation.
Cadetship models can be developed to meet the needs of both business and the cadets they are supporting.
Consider the differences between studying at university and combining study with work as a Business Cadet:
Our cadetship program is for current Year 12 high school students and first-year university students who already have an interest in business and accounting. The program gives cadets a great opportunity to learn real-world commercial skills while getting a head start in their professional development. All of this places you ahead of the pack in an increasingly competitive environment.
Pitcher Partners Sydney is a Professional Chartered Accounting firm located in the heart of the CBD. We are a leading network of independent firms. Cadetships are a great way of kick starting a career in accounting. It provides an opportunity to combine your part-time university studies with practical and relevant work experience.
As a Cadet you will receive a generous salary, excellent study support and mentoring from our qualified staff and partners. Your formal university studies will be supplemented by regular in-house training programs and access to the Firm’s resources and staff. Cadetships offer and excellent opportunity to apply theories learnt at university to real commercial situations.
Applications for our 2026 Cadetship Program are now open
FINMA is Australia’s premier finance program designed to fast-track high-quality students into careers in investment banking, trading, and asset management. Developed in collaboration with leading employers, we aim to bridge the gap between university education and industry through rigorous finance coursework, hands-on training from renowned academics and professionals, and pre-arranged internships with our top-tier sponsors and partners.
Cadets are exposed to all facets of accounting, taxation and business services.
Whilst employed as a cadet you will:
Undertake university studies on a part time/full time basis;
Receive a competitive remuneration package;
Be reimbursed for costs associated with your University course (excluding HECS) and;
Be provided with study leave and support to assist in completing your university studies.
Actuate Accounting is a boutique accounting firm based on the North Shore and we are looking for several students to join our team to work towards a career as a Chartered Accountant.
Initially, you will join our growing team as a Trainee Chartered Accountant. By combining full-time work with your part-time accounting degree study, you will put theory into practice and gain experience in all areas of accounting with clients across a range of exciting industries.
Our firm offers generous support and flexible study leave arrangements as well as direct learning opportunities with senior management. This is an opportunity to kickstart your career, earn a good starting salary and gain industry experience so you graduate ahead of your peers.