Customs and Border Protection Trainees (Trainees) undergo an intensive 26-week training program, which combines theory, practical application of knowledge, work simulations and on the job training.

Trainees may be initially assigned to work in either Passengers or Cargo Division. Trainees assigned to Passengers Division will perform various border and protection activities within an International Airport. Trainees assigned to Cargo are based in a variety of places including International mail, Cargo Examination Facilities Sea Cargo and Air Cargo.

Customs and Border Protection expect to be recruiting Trainees throughout 2011/12. Detailed information on expected recruitment timeframes can be viewed at what to expect.

All Trainee positions are advertised on this website, under "general recruitment" in the left hand menu. Check positions vacant or you can set up a job alert.

Make sure you read these sections before you consider applying:

• General information - overview of Customs and Border Protection, the job, the training program, and the application and assessment process.
• What to expect - snapshots of Trainee experiences.
• Is Customs and Border Protection for you? - a questionnaire to help assess your suitability for a Trainee role and ongoing employment.
• Requirements and conditions - summary of the requirements and conditions of a Trainee.