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Wednesday, 11 February 2015

Australian Defence Force Gap Year Information


The ADF Gap Year program provides an opportunity for young Australians, who have finished year 12 (or equivalent) and are aged between 17 and 24, to experience military training and lifestyle whilst gaining new skills and pay over their Gap Year.

Gap Year opportunities are available in the Navy, Army and Air Force.

The life skills and job training that you will acquire during your Gap Year experience will be valuable regardless of what career you ultimately undertake.

The Gap Year will commence in January/February 2016.

Jobs include: Navy Gap Year, Army Gap Year (Administration Clerk, Artilleryman, Driver, Rifleman, Unit Quartermaster) and Air Force Gap Year.

After completing basic recruit training and your specific trade training, you'll be immersed in the Navy, Army or Air Force lifestyle while continuing to learn on the job. You'll learn valuable skills, meet new friends and may even receive recognised qualifications to help progress your future career.

To find out more information about the ADF Gap Year program please visit defencejobs.gov.au/gapyear.

The Australian Defence Force (ADF) Gap Year will be opening at 9am on Monday 2nd March 2015. Applications must be received online.