To address industry gaps in higher-level technical skills, Manufacturing Skills Queensland has partnered with Central Queensland University to subsidise Associate Degree in Engineering cadetship places. This program integrates employment with advanced-level studies.
To celebrate the launch of this program, Manufacturing Skills Queensland is proud to offer a scholarship in partnership with Jobs Fraser Coast to a woman in manufacturing to undertake advanced skills training with work.
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The successful applicant will be awarded with:
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A scholarship for the Associate Degree in Engineering through Manufacturing Skills Queensland’s Engineering Cadetship program operated in partnership with CQU. The Scholarship comprises payment of Student Contribution Fees up to the value of $20,000. Please note the actual amount will depend on the subjects selected.
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A laptop provided by Regional Development Australia Wide Bay Burnett
** Applicants not selected will still have the opportunity to apply for a subsidised spot in CQU's Associate Degree in Engineering Cadetship, though at a reduced amount and subject to availability.
Eligible applicants must be:
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Working in a small or medium-sized manufacturing business (employing less than 200 people) based in the Fraser Coast region
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A new worker in the manufacturing industry OR
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An existing worker with a trade-level occupation who aspire to obtain a supervisory role on completion of the cadetship
Key dates:
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Nominations open – Friday 14 March 2025
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Nominations close – 11:59pm AEST Sunday 18 May 2025
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Finalists may be invited to a follow up interview by the end of May 2025 with the judging panel comprising staff from:
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Jobs Fraser Coast
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The successful applicant will be announced week commencing 2 June 2025.
About The Program:
The Fraser Coast Women in Manufacturing Cadetship Scholarship is proudly presented by Manufacturing Skills Queensland in partnership with Jobs Fraser Coast.
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How to Apply:
• Check that you are eligible
• Submit your documents via the form here.
• Information needed: Name, email, phone, employer, employer contact details, working location
• Documents needed: Please complete all questions in the form and upload your CV and letter of employer endorsement
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If it’s a worker with a trade-level occupation, also need a written statement of aspirations to obtain a supervisory role on completion of cadetship