2026 Cadetship Program

Your role

Interested in working in finance but not sure where to start? Do you want to work for a firm with a truly global footprint?

We're looking for ambitious students to join our 2026 Cadetship Program within our business.

You'll get to:

• Gain real-world insights and hands-on experience in the industry.

• Match your interests to potential roles with us.

• Meet our people and immerse yourself in our culture.

Join us

At UBS, we embrace flexible ways of working when the role permits. Our purpose-led culture and global infrastructure help us connect, collaborate, and work together in agile ways to meet all our business needs.

From gaining new experiences in different roles to acquiring fresh knowledge and skills, we know that great work is never done alone. We know that it's our people, with their unique backgrounds, skills, experience levels and interests, who drive our ongoing success. Together we're more than ourselves. Ready to be part of #teamUBS and make an impact?

Disclaimer / Policy Statements

UBS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We respect and seek to empower each individual and support the diverse cultures, perspectives, skills and experiences within our workforce.

Your team

In the Cadetship program, you'll have the chance to join one of our teams within UBS. You'll continue working toward your university degree while getting the opportunity to be a real member of our team. You'll work alongside our experts, gaining insights into the industry, our clients, our firm, and a specific area of interest. You'll also develop new skills and expand your network.

Your expertise

We are looking for Year 12 students who:

• Show an interest in banking and financial services

• Maintain consistent academic effort and achievement at school

• Are predicted to achieve an ATAR of 85

• Can analyze a problem, take a view, and come to a decision

• Communicate confidently

• Demonstrate drive and resilience

• Are team players

• Have work experience (paid or unpaid)

• Demonstrate accountability and integrity

We're looking for someone who's curious and wants to thrive in a business that never stops moving. It's important to have an interest in the financial industry. We want to see what makes you unique and discover what you can bring to our team.

Perhaps you've organized a fundraising event or taken part in team sports? Or excelled and passed an exam in a subject you found challenging? Think about how things you've achieved match the skills we're after.

About us

UBS is the world's largest and the only truly global wealth manager. We operate through four business divisions: Global Wealth Management, Personal & Corporate Banking, Asset Management and the Investment Bank. Our global reach and the breadth of our expertise set us apart from our competitors..

We have a presence in all major financial centers in more than 50 countries.

Your program

The program will start on 2 February 2026. You'll work with our experts and learn about the industry, our clients and our firm. You'll be right at the heart of our business, learning from your colleagues, taking part in day-to-day operations.

Application process

Please submit your application before 31 July pm (AEST). Please apply as soon as you can, but rest assured that we will review all applications up until the closing deadline.

In your application you will need to submit and upload into ONE file:
- CV including a portrait photo e.g. high school photo
- Signed reference letter from your career advisor, year coordinator or principal, including your predicted ATAR
- Your Year 11 end of year academic results
- Document with your answers to the following four questions (max. 300 words per answer):
1. Who are you and why are you interested in the UBS Cadetship Program?
2. What extracurricular activity or achievement are you most proud of and why?
3. Why do you think a cadetship with UBS is valuable at this stage in your life?
4. What hiring area(s) are you interested in and why?
Check the hiring areas section on our website for more information on each business area

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