Hi everyone,
I’m an international student currently looking into aviation/pilot training pathways in Australia, and I came across the Qantas Group Aviation Career Enrichment (Q-ACE) program offered through some universities.
From what I understand, the program is linked to aviation/flight operations degrees and provides industry exposure, mentorship, and possible pathways into airline careers.
However, I’m a bit confused about the eligibility criteria.
The official info states that applicants need to have work rights in Australia to be eligible.
As an international student on a student visa, I obviously don’t have full work rights (only limited part-time hours during term), so I’m wondering how this works in practice.
My questions are:
Is Q-ACE actually open to international students, or is it effectively limited to Australian citizens / PR holders?
Do universities or Qantas make any special arrangements for student visa holders?
Or is the “work rights required” condition strictly enforced, meaning international students can’t participate at all?
I find it unrealistic for international students to be eligible for the program unless arrangements are made as most would not have full work rights as required.