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Work, Study + Fly

Your runway to an aviation career!

 

 

 

Work, Study + Fly

Join the crew!

 

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Work, Study + Fly

Your clearest pathways into airline and airport jobs!

 

 

 

Work, Study + Fly

Your runway to an aviation career!

 

 

 

Turn your airline dream into a real career plan with the Work, Study + Fly program!

Imagine studying your uni-accredited Diploma of Travel and Tourism while preparing for a real career in aviation. With the Work, Study + Fly Program, you’ll gain hands-on airline training, industry connections, and one-on-one support — everything you need to get your career off the ground.

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Are you ready to start your airline career?

So, what's the program all about?

At Flight Centre Travel Academy, we know airlines inside out — how they hire, what they’re looking for, and how to help you stand out. Depending on your age, experience and your career goals, we offer 2 pathways to the skies

 Whether you want to earn while you learn or fast-track straight into the airlines, Work, Study + Fly gets you closer to your dream career with the training, industry connections and support you need to succeed!

Direct Airline Pathway

DURATION: 10+ months (4 x 9-week study periods)
BEST FOR: Students 20+ with some work experience, ready to join an airline quickly.

If your dream is to become cabin crew as soon as possible, this fast-track pathway is designed to help you complete your Diploma and move straight into airlines recruitment. You'll study full-time and receive targeted preparation for airline interviews and assessments.

Step 1: Study

Start with 4 subjects full-time (part-time options available), including your program specific elective - Inside Aviation.

Study Full-time: 2 x 9-week study periods studying 2 subjects in each
Study Part-time: 4 x 9-week study periods studying 1 subject in each

Step 2: Study

Complete your final 4 subjects full-time (part-time options available), including your customer service elective - Hospitality Foundations.

Study Full-time: 2 x 9-week study periods studying 2 subjects in each
Study Part-time: 4 x 9-week study periods studying 1 subject in each

Step 3: Recruitment

From your One-on-One Job Application Support Appointment with your dedicated Program Leader to mock interviews and hands-on training we prepare and support you though the airline recruitment process

Graduate + Work

Finish with a Diploma + real-world skills under your belt. Continue through the airline recruitment process and if successful, you'll begin airline training and start your new career!

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Aviation Work-Study Pathway

DURATION: 15+ months (6 x 9-week study periods)
BEST FOR: Students 17+ or those who want to earn while they learn.

Start you career in aviation now and work your way towards the airlines if you wish. This pathway lets you begin full-time study then move into part-time study while working in airport roles such as passenger service agent, ramp agent or customer service. You'll gain real industry knowledge and income while you complete for diploma.

Step 1: Study

 

Start with 4 subjects full-time (part-time options available), including your program specific elective - Inside Aviation.

Study Full-time: 2 x 9-week study periods studying 2 subjects in each
Study Part-time: 4 x 9-week study periods studying 1 subject in each

Step 2: Begin work

 

Step into the industry with our guidance and apply for roles with our aviation and airport partners. You’ll receive support throughout the interview process to help you secure your first position such as passenger service agent, ramp agent or customer service. You'll gain real industry knowledge and income while you complete for diploma.

Step 3: Study + Work

 

Continue to earn while you learn — working in your airport or aviation role while completing your remaining subjects part-time including your Customer service elective — Hospitality Foundations.

Study Part-time: 4 x 9-week study periods studying 1 subject in each

Graduate + Work

 

Finish with a Diploma + real-world experience under your belt. Continue growing in your current role or take the next step and begin the recruitment process with an airline for a role like Cabin Crew

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Some of our partners and employers of our students include

Work with the best.

See the different types of roles available Aviation jobs or check out where some of our graduates and students work — partners & employers — the skies are waiting! 

Work that helps you soar

Your Work, Study + Fly program takes your travel passion to new heights — combining a university-accredited Diploma of Travel & Tourism with aviation-focused training and real career pathways in airlines and airports. You’ll get hands-on industry preparation, professional development, and connections with airline and airport partners to help launch your aviation career.

Work opportunities include:

  • Cabin crew roles
  • Passenger services and airport customer support
  • Ground operations, logistics & ramp services

Build key skills like customer service, teamwork, and industry insight while completing your Diploma and connect with employers ready to hire. 

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The Program

The Work, Study + Fly program is the perfect choice if you want to turn your love of travel into a career and see the world while you're at it!

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Launch your airline career!

  • Airline industry job pathway
  • Professional development as part of the Sneak Peek event
  • One-on-One Job Application Support Appointment
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Uni-accredited + airline industry experts!

  • University-accredited Diploma of Travel and Tourism through Torrens University Australia
  • Study online with support from expert facilitators who have over 30 years of combined industry experience.
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Your adventure starts here!

  • The travel industry in fun!
  • 2-day in person experience at Flight Centre's Global headquarters and a full-day Aviation Experience at Australia's leading aviation training centres including Aviation Australia, Brisbane
  • Travel opportunities are endless once you start your job!

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Exclusive inside industry access!

  • Flight Centre is the travel industry!
  • Unlock Flight Centre Travel Groups’ connections and industry partnerships
  • Education and events with our industry leading partners.
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Our Partners

As part of the Flight Centre Travel Group, we have inside access to our suppliers and partners in the airline industry. We have connections with Australian airlines Qantas, Virgin Australia, and Jetstar, as well as various airport ground service operators, all of which employ staff within Australia.

As part of this program we will work with you to determine the partner that will be the best fit for you. We do this by:

- Online career pathways and professional standards sessions
- 2-day in person experience at Flight Centre's Global headquarters and Australia's leading aviation training centres including Aviation Australia, Brisbane
- One-on-One Job Application Support Appointment

 

Type of Jobs Available

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Benefits of Studying With Us

As part of Flight Centre, we are industry experts and studying with us and our education partner Torrens University Australia means you will have access to:

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Discover the Diploma

Facilitated by Flight Centre experts and delivered in partnership with Torrens University Australia, this Diploma has been designed to provide graduates with academic and real-world knowledge of the travel and tourism industry. The Diploma also focuses on providing students with skills suitable for employment.

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Student Support 

From your well-being to payment options, supporting our students throughout their journey is our number one priority. 

Discover how you will be supported throughout your Diploma of Travel and Tourism journey and beyond. 

  • Recruitment & pathway support
  • Well-being resources
  • Payment options
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Now Is The Time

Excited to learn more about the Work, Study + Fly Program? Contact our team today!

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