Industry Integrated Bachelor of Information Technology - 2012 Cadetship Program
In collaboration with industry and La Trobe University, Bendigo and Adelaide Bank is proud to be one of the industry partners offering Information Technology (IT) Cadetships for 2012.
The Bank is offering Bendigo based cadetships to a selection of IT enthusiasts who are successful in enrolling into a Bachelor of Information Technology (Professional) at La Trobe University Bendigo for 2012. The Cadetship Program provides Cadets with industry experience, while at the same time supporting them with the higher education needed to pursue a career in IT within Bendigo and Adelaide Bank.
The aim of the industry supported Cadetship program is to:
- Strengthen students study program by aligning it to their working experience
- Encourage more students to pursue careers in IT
- Ensure the sustainability of the local IT course and strengthen the university
- Support the development of a thriving IT sector in Central Victoria
Helping you with your future, so you can help us with ours…
IT is in growing demand around the world and continues to play an increasingly significant role in the success of many businesses today - and Bendigo and Adelaide Bank is no exception. Competition is tough, and therefore we strive to build and sustain a strong team in this field.
The Cadetship Program is aimed at students pursuing a career in IT - rather than just a job. With the valuable education and industry experience on offer to Cadets, the ultimate goal is to secure long-term employees with Bendigo and Adelaide Bank once the Cadetship period is over. Bendigo and Adelaide Bank is seeking employees that are passionate about their role and are proud knowing that they are contributing to the success of the business and their community.
Building a stronger IT sector in Central Victoria
Whilst the Cadetship is designed to encourage highly qualified IT students to pursue a career at Bendigo and Adelaide Bank, another long-term goal of this initiative is to reinvigorate the local community and enhance the appeal of studying - as well as residing - in Bendigo and surrounding areas.
By encouraging students to study IT locally, we aim to meet the increasing demand for IT professionals in Central Victoria. By meeting the demand, local businesses - and ultimately the community - will benefit.
What is the Bendigo and Adelaide Bank Cadetship?
As a Cadet, you’ll be a fulltime staff member with Bendigo and Adelaide Bank for the duration of the Cadetship (maximum five years). As well as on-the-job experience, you’ll receive study leave to complete the ‘Bachelor of Information Technology (Professional)’ part-time at La Trobe University Bendigo. During university semesters, of the hours you’ll perform per week, four full days (or equivalent hours) will be contributed to on-the-job experience, while one full day (or equivalent hours) will be allocated to your part-time study.
Working alongside the Bank’s IT specialists, you’ll experience different aspects of IT designed to help you further develop your skills and knowledge. You’ll be rotated through different roles such as project management, programming and business analysis - as well as receiving experience with our Web Service and IT Help Desk teams.
To help better understand the business, you’ll also have the opportunity to gain valuable experience in other areas of the Bank. The branch network, Customer Help and Customer Contact and Care will give you insight into the way our business operates and provide a great foundation for new skills and knowledge.
As a Cadet, you’ll be supported by a mentor who will answer questions, provide on-the-job experience, further educate and help guide you down your desired career path.
Why work for Bendigo and Adelaide Bank?
At Bendigo and Adelaide Bank we aim to be Australia’s leading customer-connected banking group - and believe that successful customers and successful communities make good business sense. After all, you can’t run a successful business in an unsuccessful community.
With on-the-job experience, peer coaching, self-paced training, secondment and project opportunities, Bendigo and Adelaide Bank is committed to supporting all staff to achieve their desired career goals - as well as the goals of the Bank.
Of course, it is an unrealistic expectation to be the leading customer-connected banking group if our staff are not happy. We recognise the importance of flexible working conditions and therefore provide the opportunity for greater family, sporting and social involvement.
Coupled with market aligned remuneration and a competitive range of rewards and benefits, Bendigo and Adelaide Bank works hard to position itself as an employer of choice.
Cadetship Remuneration and Staff Benefits
Cadets employed with Bendigo and Adelaide Bank will begin their first year of employment on a salary based on their age and level of experience (as well as receiving the appropriate super contributions and leave entitlements). Any annual increases will be as per the Bank’s collective agreement.
As a Cadet, you will be classed as a Bendigo and Adelaide Bank employee and will therefore be entitled to the staff benefits that the Bank has on offer (subject to the terms and conditions of the staff benefits policy). Some of these benefits include:
- Fee free transactions on your nominated pay account
- Discounted interest rates on selected credit cards
- No annual fee on selected credit cards
- Discounts on foreign currency transactions
- Discounts on Personal Loan interest rates
- General Insurance discounts (including health insurance) for staff and their direct family members
- A generous share scheme for eligible employees providing employees with financial benefits that are directly linked to the profit and growth of the Bank
- An Employee Assistance Program providing counselling services to employees if required
These are just some of the benefits that make working at Bendigo and Adelaide Bank so rewarding.
Life after the Cadetship Program
Whilst many other Industry Partners involved in Cadetships offer the ‘possibility’ of continued employment after the Cadetship period, Bendigo and Adelaide Bank ensure continued employment - subject to the Cadet meeting all work and study requirements during the Cadetship period.
How to apply
Interested Cadets are welcome to apply for the 2012 IT Cadetship available through Bendigo and Adelaide Bank between Monday 4 July 2011 and Friday 30 September 2011.
To be eligible for this great opportunity, applicants must:
- Be a permanent resident or citizen of Australia;
- Have completed or be completing Year 12 (or equivalent studies) that qualify you for Tertiary studies; and
- Be eligible for enrolment in the course Bachelor of Information Technology (Professional) at La Trobe University Bendigo.
Applying online is easy. Simply visit www.latrobe.edu.au/iibit and follow the instructions.
Selection process
The selection process will commence after applications close on 30 September 2011. Once all applications have been reviewed, applicants will be selected and invited to an interview conducted by members of Bendigo and Adelaide Bank. Following the interview, a formal invitation to commence employment with Bendigo and Adelaide Bank will be offered to selected students - subject to the students successfully enrolling in the course Bachelor of Information Technology (Professional) at La Trobe University, Bendigo, as a part-time student.
To coincide with the start of the Tertiary year, Cadets will commence work at Bendigo and Adelaide Bank in February 2012.
To find out more
Making a decision about your career can be daunting so we encourage you to ask questions so you can make an informed decision. Please view our 2012 Cadetship Program frequently asked questions (FAQs).
If you are interested in finding out more about the Industry Integrated Bachelor of Information Technology degree programs, please visit www.latrobe.edu.au/iibit
Or if you just want to know more about the Bachelor of Information Techology in general, watch the video.
Contact Us
If you have questions, please contact us via the email address Cadetship@bendigoadelaide.com.au
