Invest in your future – get paid to work and study
WiseTech's Earn & Learn program gives you a full-time, paid job as a software engineer while also supporting you through a four-year university degree.
We combine university recognized coursework, real-world experience at one of Australia's most successful tech companies, and university funding to give you an unparalleled head-start on your career in tech.
Interested? Watch our Earn & Learn video to find out more.
Start your career as a paid developer
Work at WiseTech full-time as a paid software engineer straight out of high school
Earn a salary and scholarship package valued at ~$300,000 over four years, including salary, university course payments, and share rights*
Gain a university degree
Complete your Computer Science degree part-time over four years
Complete accelerated coursework delivered by WiseTech
Earn & Learn is currently run in collaboration with several universities in Sydney and Melbourne
On the job training to set yourself ahead of your peers
Participate in our rotation program and experience technical education, training and mentoring by the industry's best developers
* Salary is on a full-time equivalent basis with actual salary based on days worked at WiseTech Global. Reimbursement of course costs is based on level of academic performance for each subject, in line with WiseTech's Further Education Assistance Scheme as amended from time to time. Each share right is a right to receive one WiseTech Global share and remains subject to our Equity Incentive Plan Rules and the conditions in the relevant offer documents for each grant.
The application process
If you're in Year 12 this year, then you're eligible to apply for our Earn & Learn cohort commencing in 2026.
Once we've received your application, you'll get an email with advice on how best to prepare for each stage of the selection process. Each stage is invite-only, and we may shortlist candidates at each stage.
The stages of the process:
- Apply online, you’ll receive an email within 7 days with action points
- Introduction and candidate briefing call
- Testing
- Interview
- Outcome
Round 1 applications
Open: Friday 9 May – Sunday 29 June
Processing begins: July
Round 2 applications
Open: Monday 1 July – Saturday 31 August
Processing begins: September
Late applications
If you're unable to submit your application by 31 August, please email studentengagement@wisetechglobal.com to ask about late application options
Offers
We aim to make offers in October 2025 with the program set to start in January 2026. All dates are indicative and may change.
In Year 11 or below? Sign up for our newsletter below to get updates on when applications for your relevant cohort open. You can also submit an expression of interest for next year here.
Eligibility
We would love to hear from you if you are a high school student who:
- is entering their first year of university
- is highly curious and loves problem-solving
- either has prior coding experience or has never tried it but is eager to learn
- has full working rights in Australia
Please contact us if you have a question about your eligibility: studentengagement@wisetechglobal.com
Want to find out more?
Download our Earn & Learn brochure.
"What you learn at university versus what you learn here, in the workplace, is so incredibly different. At WiseTech, I'm learning entirely new programming, at a much larger scale and at a much faster pace. I feel like I'm learning so much more."
Will Crossley, Associate Software Engineer
Earn & Learn Program
Why WiseTech is the right choice for you
Not only will you work with a team who are interested in the same things as you, you'll also get to work with some of the smartest mentors in Australia, helping you accelerate your career in tech. We're different to other tech companies.
Part of a true success story
WiseTech is a true Australian success story. Founded in 1994 in a basement in Newtown, years later we're a ~$30 billion software giant taking on the world. We're proud to be one of Australia's largest and most successful tech firms. Our people are the heart and soul of WiseTech and the driving force of our strategy.
Access to company benefits
You'll have access to a huge range of benefits to support your health and wellbeing and grow your skills and career with our development programs like learning platforms, flexible work, wellness tools, employee assistance program, expert financial advice, as well as many social activities.
Positive change for the world
Technology should be a catalyst for positive change – for the people and environment around us. We're digitizing one of the world's oldest industries: international trade. We pride ourselves on our culture of learning, collaboration, and continuous development. We're making an incredible difference in the world - join us!
"I've been coding since I was 12, long before I joined WiseTech. This experience is giving me even more to learn, allowing me to take on more complex work and accelerating my development by a huge amount."
Olivia Stewart, Associate Software Engineer
Earn & Learn Program
Sign up to find out more about our student programs
Let’s go! Fill in the form to make sure you stay on top of the latest news about our fantastic student programs.
Come and be part of our exciting growth story – and advance your potential with us!
We're changing the world of logistics – one innovation at a time. Find out how we're making impact and supporting the communities and people around us.
Hear from Jacob Dunk about his career journey so far, what he loves about solving problems and how he’s been able to shape his career at WiseTech.
Hear from our team members about why it's important to enable more women to enter technology careers.
Learn more about us
Have a question you'd like to ask us?
Through our programs, we encourage and support the next generation of innovation leaders.
Are you ready to join a community of people making a positive impact in the world? Feel free to get in touch!