Business Administration Traineeship (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander)

About the role

CQUniversity is offering a 12-month, full-time (Monday to Friday, 36.25 hours per week) Business Administration Traineeship for 2027, open only to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants. The trainee provides administrative assistance to the university while completing a Certificate III in Business. The position is based in Rockhampton, Queensland.

Key responsibilities

• Provide administrative assistance within the organisation
• Support the day-to-day operations of the University
• Complete a Certificate III in Business alongside the traineeship

Required profile

• Interest in business administration in the higher education sector
• Ability to commit to completing both study and work
• Willingness to take on tasks as directed by supervisors
• Ability to work well in a team and provide quality customer service
• Full Australian work rights; visa sponsorship is not available
• Evidence of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander identity is required

Required skills

• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word and PowerPoint)

What we offer

• On-the-job training and mentoring in a supportive environment
• Flexible work/life balance
• Up to 5 days paid Indigenous Cultural or Ceremonial leave
• 17% superannuation, with the option to join a superfund
• 5.4 weeks annual leave plus 3 working days at Christmas and New Year
• 10 days personal/sick leave and 5 days carer's leave
• Career development opportunities, an Employee Assistance Program and a Fitness Passport

Applicants submit a CV and a 1-2 page cover letter through the CQUniversity careers site by 8 November 2026. Appointment is subject to pre-employment checks, which may include a National Police Check and/or a Working with Children Check, and to meeting fit-and-proper person criteria.