Recruitment Process
Applications for the 2011 Qantas Graduate Development Program will open in March 2010. In the meantime, you can pre-register your interest now and we will contact you via email or SMS when our formal application process opens.
Register your interest
We have included an outline of the recruitment process below
Pre-registration
Fill out a simple form and we will do the rest. You can opt to receive SMS updates, and we will contact you in 2010 when our formal application process begins
Application
We will open formal applications in March 2010. To complete the application you will need to provide some personal information, attach a CV and complete a short questionnaire. During this period you may login to the system to update your details at any time so please ensure you retain your username and login.
Online Assessment
All successful candidates will receive email communication from SHL (our assessment provider) asking you to complete a competency based online assessment in a designated timeframe. You will receive a new username and password for this application and be asked to undertake a series of competency based assessments through the SHL assessment site.
Telephone Interviews
You will be asked to schedule a telephone interview with a Qantas representative via our online scheduling system. This 20 minute interview is designed to get a better understanding of your motivations for wanting to join Qantas and further insight into your personal interests and work experiences.
Online Ability and Personality Test
These online ability tests are designed to assess your verbal and numerical reasoning abilities and personality profile. You will receive an email from SHL asking you to login to your SHL account and complete the tests required in a designated timeframe. SHL provides practice tests in order to familiarise yourself with the assessment.
Assessment Centre
You will be invited to attend a half day assessment centre at the Qantas Head Office where you will participate in a variety of team based activities. These are designed to assess a range of competencies necessary for a successful graduate. You will need to provide Qantas representatives on the day with an official copy of your academic transcript, 100 points of ID, details of two current referees and Qantas security forms.
Face to Face Interview
You will be contacted by a Qantas representative who will schedule a formal behavioural based interview to be conducted at the Qantas Head Office. These interviews will be conducted by a panel, including a Senior Manager from the business as well as an HR specialist.
Offer
Successful candidates will be contacted by a senior business leader to offer you a role in the 2011 Qantas Graduate Development Program.
It is important that you regularly monitor your e-mail throughout these stages to ensure that you are aware of, and respond to, all communication regarding the Graduate Development Program