2026 SBS Journalism Cadetship

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• Join the Newsroom of Australia's leading world news service
• Exciting graduate opportunity to progress your Journalism career
• 12 month Cadetship, based in Artarmon, Sydney

At SBS, we embrace difference, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.

We also acknowledge the unique contribution that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples make to our society and our workplace through their enduring and continued connection to land, sea, sky and community.

This role is classified as Level 2 role under SBS Australia's current Enterprise Agreement (with a base salary range of $68,239 - $71,000). The successful applicant will be offered remuneration that is commensurate with their skills and experience and in alignment with this framework.

As a rostered shiftworker, additional shift penalty payments may apply for work performed outside of ordinary hours, including weekends and public holidays, as per the SBS Enterprise Agreement (EA). SBS may also require you to work reasonable overtime, where overtime will be paid at applicable rates in accordance with the EA.

About Us

SBS is one of the world's most unique and innovative media organisations, producing trusted, meaningful, and engaging content that exists for all Australians to inspire, support and celebrate the diversity of our multicultural society.

Our purpose, for the last 50 years, has reflected and explored the evolving diversity of Australia, investing in initiatives to deepen its connections with communities, sharing their stories and giving a voice to those often unheard, with the aim of increasing understanding and respect of the differences that make up Australia.

SBS is a truly distinctive network, showcasing multicultural, multilingual and First Nations stories otherwise untold in the Australian media.

About the Program

Build your journalism career with one of Australia's most trusted and distinctive media organisations.

SBS's highly regarded News and Current Affairs division is offering 12-month cadetships to recent journalism graduates looking to build a career in broadcast and digital journalism.

Starting in February 2026, cadets will work across a variety of SBS platforms, including television, radio, and digital. Most of SBS's News and Current Affairs teams are based in Sydney, with cadets also undertaking placements in Canberra and Melbourne, NITV News, current affairs programs such as Dateline and Insight.

Working under guidance and as part of a team, cadets will contribute to SBS News and Current Affairs content across all platforms, researching, producing, and reporting stories that matter. The role includes evening and weekend shifts, supporting SBS's 24/7 news operation.

Key Responsibilities

As an SBS Journalism Cadet, you will:

Research and pitch original story ideas for TV, radio, and digital platforms

Produce and report content across multiple formats

Take part in newsroom and field-based training across SBS and NITV teams

Support coverage of breaking news and major events

Build your journalism skills in line with SBS's editorial values: accuracy, balance, and impact

About You

We're looking for emerging journalists who bring:

A tertiary qualification in Journalism or a related field, completed by January 2026

Experience reporting or producing content for TV, radio, or digital platforms, this could be through university media, internships, or in industry.

Strong knowledge of national and international current affairs

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Familiarity with SBS News and Current Affairs programming

Initiative, curiosity, and a drive to develop meaningful story ideas

A second language and/or lived experience of another culture (highly desirable)

SBS is committed to reflecting the rich diversity of Australia in our storytelling. We encourage applications from candidates with under-represented lived experiences in the journalism industry aligning withSBS's Charter.

Aligned withSBS's Inclusion Plan, candidates identifying as First Nations Australians, women, people from cultural and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disability, people of diverse sexuality & gender identities including LGBTQI+, people from under-represented locations (including regional & remote areas), and people from diverse socio-economic backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.

Please Note: the cadetship is a 12-month program with no guarantee of ongoing employment however those who successfully complete the cadetship may be considered for relevant vacancies across SBS News and Current Affairs.

How to Apply

Your application must include:

A resume outlining your journalism/media experience and qualifications

A piece-to-camera (required): This can be a news story, pre-recorded live cross, or a short introduction explaining who you are and why you're applying

A showreel featuring examples of your video, audio, or online reporting. Please upload this to a public video platform (e.g. YouTube, Vimeo, Flickr) and include the link in your cover letter

Applicants must be Australian citizens or permanent residents.

Applications close at 5.00pm on Friday 5 September 2025. Late applications will not be accepted.

For a full duty statement and selection criteria, visit sbs.com.au/jobs

The 2026 SBS Journalism Cadetship is in memory of SBS Senior Journalist Bridget Munro.

Bridget was a talented, beloved and highly respected news leader, who died in 2023 after a short illness, aged just 34. Bridget made a significant contribution to the industry through guiding, coaching and mentoring the next generation of journalists. The SBS Journalism Cadetship is an enduring tribute to Bridget; an example for us all to make the most of what we have, when we have it.

Feel like you meet most, but perhaps not all the criteria listed? Then, send through your detail as whilst we have specific requirements in mind, we can look at how we can bridge the gaps

Some of the reasons to consider working with us:

The people We truly celebrate and welcome difference at SBS and encourage everyone to bring their whole self to work & you'll be part of one of the most inclusive companies in Australia

The culture and the engagement of our workforce 93% of our employees have stated that they are proud to work for SBS

We offer a range of benefits from, health care checks, salary packaging, Employee Assistance Programme, flexible work arrangements and discounted gym membership nationally with Fitness Pass.

We're agile and innovative in the way we work, as well as being a trusted and established brand. At SBS we have been broadcasting for over 50 years and our future is packed with many more exciting developments

We also love to promote from within We have allocated training funds to do just that and help bridge the gaps when moving from role to role.

Want to learn more? Then hit apply and take the first step to applying not just for another job but a possible whole new career in a purpose led organisation.

For other opportunities within our organisation please visit our careers website SBS Careers - Working at SBS

Reasonable adjustments

SBS recognises that everyone is unique, and you might require some adjustments to ensure you have the best opportunity to apply and put your skills forward for consideration. If we can make some adjustments to the SBS recruitment/interview process to better enable you to shine, then please contact careers@sbs.com.au and let us know.

Adjustments include but are not limited to, alternative application methods, interview setups, physical requirements, guidance for trans or gender diverse applicants, specific interview availability times and more.

To find out more about reasonable adjustments with SBS, please view our video here.

We are shortlisting applications as they come in, so don't delay, apply today

To apply online, please go to http://sbs.com.au/careers

• Join the Newsroom of Australia's leading world news service
• Exciting graduate opportunity to progress your Journalism career
• 12 month Cadetship, based in Artarmon, Sydney

At SBS, we embrace difference, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.

We also acknowledge the unique contribution that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples make to our society and our workplace through their enduring and continued connection to land, sea, sky and community.

This role is classified as Level 2 role under SBS Australia's current Enterprise Agreement (with a base salary range of $68,239 - $71,000). The successful applicant will be offered remuneration that is commensurate with their skills and experience and in alignment with this framework.

As a rostered shiftworker, additional shift penalty payments may apply for work performed outside of ordinary hours, including weekends and public holidays, as per the SBS Enterprise Agreement (EA). SBS may also require you to work reasonable overtime, where overtime will be paid at applicable rates in accordance with the EA.

About Us

SBS is one of the world's most unique and innovative media organisations, producing trusted, meaningful, and engaging content that exists for all Australians to inspire, support and celebrate the diversity of our multicultural society.

Our purpose, for the last 50 years, has reflected and explored the evolving diversity of Australia, investing in initiatives to deepen its connections with communities, sharing their stories and giving a voice to those often unheard, with the aim of increasing understanding and respect of the differences that make up Australia.

SBS is a truly distinctive network, showcasing multicultural, multilingual and First Nations stories otherwise untold in the Australian media.

About the Program

Build your journalism career with one of Australia's most trusted and distinctive media organisations.

SBS's highly regarded News and Current Affairs division is offering 12-month cadetships to recent journalism graduates looking to build a career in broadcast and digital journalism.

Starting in February 2026, cadets will work across a variety of SBS platforms, including television, radio, and digital. Most of SBS's News and Current Affairs teams are based in Sydney, with cadets also undertaking placements in Canberra and Melbourne, NITV News, current affairs programs such as Dateline and Insight.

Working under guidance and as part of a team, cadets will contribute to SBS News and Current Affairs content across all platforms, researching, producing, and reporting stories that matter. The role includes evening and weekend shifts, supporting SBS's 24/7 news operation.

Key Responsibilities

As an SBS Journalism Cadet, you will:

• Research and pitch original story ideas for TV, radio, and digital platforms

  • Produce and report content across multiple formats

    • Take part in newsroom and field-based training across SBS and NITV teams

      • Support coverage of breaking news and major events

        • Build your journalism skills in line with SBS's editorial values: accuracy, balance, and impact

About You

We're looking for emerging journalists who bring:

• A tertiary qualification in Journalism or a related field, completed by January 2026

  • Experience reporting or producing content for TV, radio, or digital platforms, this could be through university media, internships, or in industry.

    • Strong knowledge of national and international current affairs

      • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

        • Familiarity with SBS News and Current Affairs programming

          • Initiative, curiosity, and a drive to develop meaningful story ideas

            • A second language and/or lived experience of another culture (highly desirable)

SBS is committed to reflecting the rich diversity of Australia in our storytelling. We encourage applications from candidates with under-represented lived experiences in the journalism industry aligning withSBS's Charter.

Aligned withSBS's Inclusion Plan, candidates identifying as First Nations Australians, women, people from cultural and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disability, people of diverse sexuality & gender identities including LGBTQI+, people from under-represented locations (including regional & remote areas), and people from diverse socio-economic backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.

Please Note: the cadetship is a 12-month program with no guarantee of ongoing employment however those who successfully complete the cadetship may be considered for relevant vacancies across SBS News and Current Affairs.

How to Apply

Your application must include:

• A resume outlining your journalism/media experience and qualifications

  • A cover letter including links to:

    • A piece-to-camera (required): This can be a news story, pre-recorded live cross, or a short introduction explaining who you are and why you're applying

      • A showreel featuring examples of your video, audio, or online reporting. Please upload this to a public video platform (e.g. YouTube, Vimeo, Flickr) and include the link in your cover letter

Applicants must be Australian citizens or permanent residents.

Applications close at 5.00pm on Friday 5 September 2025. Late applications will not be accepted.

For a full duty statement and selection criteria, visit sbs.com.au/jobs

For queries, contact Florencia Melgar at Florencia.Melgar@sbs.com.au

The 2026 SBS Journalism Cadetship is in memory of SBS Senior Journalist Bridget Munro.

Bridget was a talented, beloved and highly respected news leader, who died in 2023 after a short illness, aged just 34. Bridget made a significant contribution to the industry through guiding, coaching and mentoring the next generation of journalists. The SBS Journalism Cadetship is an enduring tribute to Bridget; an example for us all to make the most of what we have, when we have it.

Feel like you meet most, but perhaps not all the criteria listed? Then, send through your detail as whilst we have specific requirements in mind, we can look at how we can bridge the gaps

Some of the reasons to consider working with us:

• The people We truly celebrate and welcome difference at SBS and encourage everyone to bring their whole self to work & you'll be part of one of the most inclusive companies in Australia

  • The culture and the engagement of our workforce 93% of our employees have stated that they are proud to work for SBS

    • We offer a range of benefits from, health care checks, salary packaging, Employee Assistance Programme, flexible work arrangements and discounted gym membership nationally with Fitness Pass.

      • We're agile and innovative in the way we work, as well as being a trusted and established brand. At SBS we have been broadcasting for over 50 years and our future is packed with many more exciting developments

        • We also love to promote from within We have allocated training funds to do just that and help bridge the gaps when moving from role to role.

Want to learn more? Then hit apply and take the first step to applying not just for another job but a possible whole new career in a purpose led organisation.

For other opportunities within our organisation please visit our careers website SBS Careers - Working at SBS

Reasonable adjustments

SBS recognises that everyone is unique, and you might require some adjustments to ensure you have the best opportunity to apply and put your skills forward for consideration. If we can make some adjustments to the SBS recruitment/interview process to better enable you to shine, then please contact careers@sbs.com.au and let us know.

Adjustments include but are not limited to, alternative application methods, interview setups, physical requirements, guidance for trans or gender diverse applicants, specific interview availability times and more.

To find out more about reasonable adjustments with SBS, please view our video here.

We are shortlisting applications as they come in, so don't delay, apply today

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