School-Based Traineeship - Certificate II in Applied Digital Technologies Start Your Tech Career with Fortescue | Based in Perth | For Year 11 Students Programmed is committed to improving employment opportunities and outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. As a measure to achieve equality and support, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA) will apply to this position. The position is therefore only open to Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants. Are you in Year 11 and love all things tech? Curious about how technology powers big industries? We've got just the opportunity for you. Programmed, in partnership with Fortescue, is offering a school-based traineeship for First Nations students currently in Year 11. You'll work one day a week - every Tuesday during school term - from Fortescue's head office in the Perth CBD, get paid, and complete a Certificate II in Applied Digital Technologies - a nationally recognised qualification that sets you up for future study or a career in ICT, digital systems, or tech support. Whether you're interested in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths) or just love problem-solving, this is a great way to get started - and you'll also get to learn how Fortescue uses technology to run their global operations. What You'll Do: Earn while you learn - paid work placement during school terms Work alongside real IT professionals in a global company Get experience with hardware, software, cyber safety, cloud tools, and more Learn how to solve tech problems, manage data, and use digital systems Discover how Fortescue's tech and systems support mining and energy operations Finish with a nationally recognised qualification Who We're Looking For: Year 11 student attending a WA high school First Nations student interested in tech, ICT, STEM, or digital systems Reliable, curious, and keen to learn Comfortable using computers and picking up new digital skills Able to commit to working part-time while keeping up with school Why Join Fortescue: You'll be part of a supportive team at one of Australia's leading resource companies. It's a great chance to build confidence, gain real work experience, and get a head start towards a career in technology, mining, or engineering. Applications close: 30 May 2025 Traineeships begin: Term 3, 2025 Please note this job advert closes on Friday, 30th May - Programmed reserve the right to close this early Programmed is committed to improving employment opportunities and outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. As a measure to achieve equality and support, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA) will apply to this position. The position is therefore only open to Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants. Who we are As one of Australia's largest employers, we work with great companies all around Australia and New Zealand to give you the best opportunities to work when and where you want to. At Programmed, we are committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment which values and respects diverse styles, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. We welcome and encourage women, people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent and people from diverse backgrounds to apply. So it's over to you. If you would like to join our team, APPLY now. To learn more about working with Programmed, we encourage you to visit our website. Consultant [email protected] Reference number: 68936 Profession:Information TechnologyAll Company: Programmed / PERSOLKELLY Date posted: 8th May, 2025