Careers

Toorak College Cadetship

We trust that your experience at the Toorak College Student Futures Expo evening on 12th June was both enjoyable and enlightening. We hope you gained valuable insights into the diverse career prospects available at Seymour Whyte from the members of our team whom you had the pleasure of meeting.

We are delighted to announce that applications are now open for the Toorak College Cadetship position within our esteemed Undergraduate Program. This exclusive position aims to take our undergraduate program to new heights by engaging students earlier, raising awareness of potential careers in the civil engineering industry, and especially encouraging talented young women like you to join Seymour Whyte.

About you:

• You are a current student at Toorak College Mount Eliza, completing your studies in 2025 and planning to attend university in 2026. The program begins after you graduate from Year 12.
• You have applied for a university degree relevant to the construction industry and successfully pass the Seymour Whyte recruitment process.

We have a wide range of areas available for cadetship including:

• Civil Engineering
• Environment
• Sustainability
• Legal
• Survey
• Project Management
• Communications
• Marketing
• Human Resources
• Business and Commercial
• Finance and Accounting

The successful candidate will enjoy the following benefits:

• Remunerated casual employment that accommodates your studies, with full-time hours available during university holidays.
• Ongoing work experience and support throughout your university studies.
• Assigned a mentor as part of the Seymour Whyte Undergraduate Program.
• Emphasis on prioritising your university studies and assisting you to successfully complete your degree.

Please note that employment may be site based, a valid Driver’s License and access to own transport would be advantageous.

Seymour Whyte is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we encourage applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds. Our commitment to an equitable construction industry extends to an inclusive culture that embraces our differences and gives everyone the opportunity to grow and be equally valued. We're unified in our direction to having a workplace that is balanced and fair for all.

What’s next:

• Submit your resume and a cover letter detailing the following;
  • Why you are interested in the Seymour Whyte Cadetship Program?
  • Area of future study (please include your university and course preferences)?
  • Why you feel you are the ideal candidate for this opportunity?
• All successful applicants will be required to undergo a pre-employment medical and criminal history check.
• Applications will only be accepted from candidates who have the right to work in Australia.

Some important dates to remember:

• 12^th June – 1^st September: Application period:  Resume and cover letter submission.
• 4^th – 29^th September: Interview and pre-selection period.
• 2^nd Oct – 3^rd November: Pre-employment checks & medicals conducted.
• Mid November onwards: Commence employment subject to dates of final exams.

To learn more about us, visit www.seymourwhyte.com.au

Apply now and embark on an exciting journey towards a successful future!