Graduate Opportunities

View the GM Holden Co-Op Program

At GM Holden, we design, build and manufacture world-class vehicles for domestic and international markets. Creating a car that has everyone talking, all over the world, is what brings out the best in our people Australia-wide. GM Holden is a special place where the Australian spirit of working as one means it doesn’t matter what your role or background is. You’ll stand tall and feel proud. You’ll be inspired. You’ll be valued. You’ll be exposed to endless opportunities. And we’ll make sure your career never goes hungry!

An Exciting Time Ahead

From late 2010, GM Holden will begin building an exciting all-new small car in Australia. This second carline will complement the country’s best-selling Commodore range and will feature new technologies to increase fuel efficiency and reduce greenhouse emissions.

Cooperative Opportunities

Commencing in January 2010, GM Holden is offering 12-month full-time industry placements for eligible undergraduate students across a number of different business areas. The Co-Op Program is designed to put you in the driving seat of your career – to feel, see and experience what it’s really like in the automotive industry. You’ll work alongside some of the most creative and innovative minds in their field. Not only will you be able to network across our national team, but you’ll also have the opportunity to build relationships with a strong Co-Op Student community and be exposed to the global General Motors organisation.

Am I Eligible?

To be eligible for our Co-Op Program, you must be currently undertaking a relevant undergraduate degree, with at least one semester to complete upon commencement of your placement.

Australian citizenship or permanent residency is required for Co-Op Student positions. If you are interested in these programs as an international applicant, please ensure you have the relevant visa to enable you to work full time during the period of employment.

Disciplines

We are seeking undergraduate students in Engineering, Business/Management/International Business/Trade, Logistics, Commerce, Finance/Accounting, Sales and Marketing, Human Resources, Psychology, Information Systems/Information Technology/Computer Science, Public Relations/Communications/Journalism, and Design (Industrial, Textile, Interior, Product Design Engineering, Transport, Multimedia and Graphic).

Applications

Open on Monday 3 August and close on Monday 31 August 2009.

For all disciplines except Design students, please submit your application online at www.holden.manpower.com.au

All Design students please refer to www.holden.com.au/careers for application details.

“From very early on I was exposed to so many fantastic opportunities. I began as a Co-Op student, was offered part-time work whilst I finished my degree, and then I was accepted into the HR Graduate Program. I was definitely given the perfect start to my career! As a graduate, my managers recognise what I need to develop into a HR professional and they are giving me every chance to become exactly that. In my current rotation, I am working in a manufacturing environment as part of our Holden Engine Operations. I am working mainly with Employee Development to gain exposure to a centre of expertise as well as doing some generalist HR work. All I wanted to do straight out of University was work for a brand I loved and a company that was well known. And that’s exactly what I am doing.”
-- Stephanie, Human Resources Graduate