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Jobs Academy is completely free with no cost to participants, thanks to government funding.

We encourage Jobs Academy participants to allocate 1-2 hours to the program each week. Some weeks may require more, and others less.

We've designed Jobs Academy to work within your schedule so everything is online, flexible and self-paced.

Applying for Jobs Academy is a straightforward process.

When applications are open: all you need to do is complete the application form where we'll ask some questions about you, your career goals and why you want to join the program.

The application form takes less than 10 minutes to complete and after you hit the 'submit' button - you've officially applied for Jobs Academy! It's that simple.

Applications are open now, you can apply here.

Jobs Academy is fully virtual and open to women across Australia, including those in regional, rural and remote areas.

It's our goal to help you develop the confidence, capabilities and connections to forge ahead with your career - regardless of where you're located.

You gain access to the curated Jobs Academy program, designed to give you clarity around your career goals and the confidence to move forward. 

You can lean on the resources that are relevant to you, at a time that suits your schedule. Along the way, you'll also hear from employers, receive advice from experts, and be connected with hundreds of other women and gender diverse people. 

As a Jobs Academy member, you will have access to:

Your Dashboard which includes important announcements, a calendar of upcoming events and a digital library of written, video and podcast resources, to support your search for work.

A Learning Hub of self-guided courses that will help you articulate your skills and strengths, update or create a resume, navigate an evolving job market, and much more.

Mentoring and coaching delivered through small group workshops and inspirational webinars, and hosted by experienced professionals who will boost your confidence and clarity.

Jobs and Skills Fairs that connect members with employers, training organisations and pathway programs in a live online environment.

Community and networking via our vibrant and supportive Facebook community, plus a virtual ticket to the annual FW Leadership Summit, held in March.

In other words? Everything you need to kickstart your return-to-work journey.

Jobs Academy is designed to help you find a job and build a secure, rewarding career.

The application survey helps us identify who will benefit most from Jobs Academy and provides a benchmark against which to measure the impact of the program.

Jobs Academy proudly partners with employers that offer flexible work and supportive environments. You'll have the opportunity to meet them through our virtual Jobs and Skills Fairs, where jobs, training and returnship programs will be advertised.

Our career development and training program will give you the best possible chance of success. The purpose and passion of our Jobs Academy team is to equip you with the tools you need to land your next job, on your own terms.

No, Jobs Academy is designed to support women who face barriers to employment. This means we welcome participants who are unemployed, underemployed, in unsecure casual employment or who need to make a change.

Searching for work can be challenging and emotional, as well as exciting. Transitioning back to work is also overwhelming for many women, especially after a prolonged career break.

If you're struggling and require professional support, our team can connect you with external support services, run by experienced mental health professionals.

Jobs Academy will include a year-long series of self-guided courses, virtual mentoring sessions and online events. Our sessions cover a whole host of topics designed to be relevant to any industry.

We'll cover important topics like identifying your passions and values, making a career plan, creating your resume and cover letter, preparing for an interview, negotiating for flexible work and a whole lot more. 

As Jobs Academy is a virtual program, you will need to have access to the internet as well as a computer, tablet or mobile device.

Local libraries and community centres often have computers available for public use.

If you can't access a computer or internet connection and you want to participate in the program, please contact us via [email protected]

Participants in our intake supported by the Department of Veterans’ Affairs must be aged 18 years or older, live in Australia and: 

• Have previously served in or are transitioning from the Australian Defence Force, or 
• Have a partner who has previously served in or is transitioning from the Australian Defence Force. 

‘Service’ is defined as ‘one day of continuous full-time service in the Australian Defence Force’. A ‘partner’ is someone you live with in a marital or de facto relationship. 

There is no requirement for how long it has been since you or your partner completed your service in the Australian Defence Force. You are also welcome to apply for Jobs Academy if you are a veteran with a reservist status.

Every year we deliver multiple Jobs Academy intakes, each with varying requirements. 

If you’re under 40 and have served in or are transitioning from the Australian Defence Force (or have a partner who has previously served in or is transitioning from the Australian Defence Force), please apply for our February intake.

If you're under 40 and have not served in the Australian Defence Force, please register your interest for a future intake.

Applications for our February program intake close on 28 January, 2025. If you miss this intake, don't worry. You can register your interest for a future intake.