Australian Associated Press Cadetship Program

Australian Associated Press, Australia’s independent national newswire, has been delivering accurate, reliable and objective news content for 90 years. AAP is a not-for-profit media company committed to fact-based, public interest journalism for all Australians.

AAP is offering multiple one-year, paid editorial cadetships to exceptional candidates. The Sydney-based program commences in early 2025, providing thorough training in contemporary journalism and a wide variety of reporting experiences.

The Program

Cadets will gain on-the-job experience across multiple journalistic rounds, including breaking news, courts, politics, fact-checking and sports.

Practical experience and mentoring will be complemented by routine training sessions with a focus on developing story ideas, and writing sharp, accurate and engaging content across a range of subjects and formats.

Successful candidates will contribute stories to the newswire throughout their cadetship.

Who are AAP's next trainees?

Applications are invited from people of all ages, cultures and linguistic backgrounds. We particularly encourage candidates from rural and regional Australia.

Candidates must have:

• Tertiary qualifications or equivalent experience
• A deep understanding of current affairs and strong general knowledge
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Aspirations for a long-term career as a journalist
• Multimedia skills and a passion for creating multi-faceted content
• A growth mindset and the ability to take direction and feedback
• A portfolio of published work
• Work rights for Australia, and availability to work at AAP’s Sydney headquarters

To apply, please complete the 2025 AAP Cadetship Application Form at the Apply Now link.

Please note that we require three published examples of your work and a two-page CV as part of your application form. Applications will be assessed on a rolling basis.