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Defence Industry
Pathways Program

Great careers start here.

Traineeships available now!

Defence Industry Pathway Program

Get a taste of what it's like to work in defence industries.

Explore a range of exciting roles in defence industries, including technical engineering, IT, logistics, and procurement.

Take the opportunity to experience each role first-hand and find the perfect pathway for your future!

What's included?

  • Certificate III in Defence Industry Pathways
  • 12-month traineeship program (full-time)
  • Earn and learn as you train on-the-job
  • First-hand practical experience with global leaders
  • Multiple traineeship positions are available
  • Year 12 completion desirable 

Get a foot in the door, into Australia's booming defence industries.

Apply Now

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Australian Trainee of the Year 2022

We are absolutely thrilled that Brittany-Leigh Wragg has been named the 2022 Australian Trainee of the Year, thanks to her outstanding performance in the Defence Industry Pathways program!

This achievement is a testament to the program's ability to develop highly skilled individuals who can make a real difference in the defence industry.

We are so proud to have played a role in Brittany's journey, and we can't wait to witness all the incredible things she will accomplish in the future.

Work-life as a Defence Industry Pathways Trainee

Programmed supporting the Australian Government and South Metropolitan TAFE

Programmed is proud to support the Australian Government and South Metropolitan TAFE in recruiting a large number of trainees to work in the Australian Government's new Defence Industry Pathways Program.

The program is being jointly developed by South Metropolitan TAFE (SMT) and the Royal Australian Navy (RAN) as a vocational education and training (VET) pathway program that exposes graduates to a number of fields prior to deciding on a maritime defence pathway for the future.

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