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29 September 2023
Join the Young Endeavour Team
COMMERCIAL OFFICER Young Endeavour Youth Scheme
Applications are now open for a Commercial Manager to join the Young Endeavour Youth Scheme team.
The role is a key member of the team, responsible for managing financial operations, applying financial policy, developing new business and coordinating commercial activity.
The Young Endeavour Youth Scheme is a Commonwealth program providing young Australians aged 16-23 with a challenging and inspirational experience at sea aboard Sail Training Ship Young Endeavour.
As we celebrate 35 successful years, the Young Endeavour Youth Scheme is expanding in preparation for the introduction into service of a new, larger, state-of-the-art sail training ship – meaning more young Australians will be able to access our world class youth development program.
Applications close 12 October.
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28 September 2023
STS Young Endeavour in Brisbane
On Sunday 17th of September, STS Young Endeavour welcomed 250 visitors onboard for an open ship at Dockside Marina, Brisbane.
The guests were greeted by the Navy staff crew and youth ambassadors who gave a glimpse into what a voyage onboard the Young Endeavour holds.
The deck was crowded with excited alumni taking a trip down memory lane, family and friends, passerbys and prospective youthies.
Youth ambassadors Thor and Tammy expressed their gratitude for being able to come back on board, even just for an afternoon.
“I’m excited to relive the memories and allow people to have a snippet of the experience we had, and encourage them to join the experience of a lifetime,” said Thor.
Tammy shared the sentiment adding, "I came back today because it’s home, and I’ve missed being on the ship.”
Alumni shared stories, photos and brought along their uniforms while taking the opportunity to tell their children, grand-children, nieces and nephews about their voyage, which for some was over thirty years ago.
Louise who sailed onboard the Young Endeavour in 2002 reflected on how the experience impacted her life.
“It is a privilege to bring my three girls here today…They asked me why I went on the trip, and I said I needed direction".
“It gave me direction, a focus, and belief in myself to do what I wanted to do".
“It was life-changing,” she stated.
Alumni Paul, was a Navy cadet and came onboard when Their Royal Highnesses, Prince and Princess of Wales handed the ship over as gift for the Australian Bicentenary in 1988.
“I sailed on her in 1993 and the highlight was being in Circular Quay for the Sydney Olympics announcement.
“It is great to come back today and see she is still in a top condition which is a testament to the staff and youth crew who work so hard,” said Paul.
Applications for 2024 voyages are now open to youth aged between 16-23 who are looking for a challenging and life-changing adventure.
Story by Young Endeavour Ambassador Tiarna Georghiou
Events
22 August 2023
STS Young Endeavour Open Day – Brisbane
Visit Australia’s national sail training ship STS Young Endeavour in Brisbane, Queensland.
Explore the ship, meet the Royal Australian Navy staff crew, and hear from the Young Endeavour Ambassadors about their voyage experience.
2023 marks the 35 year anniversary of STS Young Endeavour. Since 1988 the ship has welcomed over 14,000 young Australians on board, and sailed more than 500,000 nautical miles.
A voyage in Young Endeavour is a challenging adventure at sea for youth aged 16-23 years. It’s a unique opportunity for youth to develop teamwork and leadership skills through an internationally recognised youth development program. Find out more about voyages in Young Endeavour.
Come along and ask the team how you can apply for your own voyage of a lifetime!
Visitors encouraged to wear enclosed, flat shoes and shorts/pants.
If you’re a Young Endeavour Ambassador and would like to volunteer to assist, please email mail@youngendeavour.gov.au to confirm.
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13 August 2023
2024 Applications Now Open
Applications are now open for 2024 voyage dates in STS Young Endeavour!
Throughout 2024, STS Young Endeavour will circumnavigate Australia for the final time before the youth development program is transferred to a new, larger, state-of-the-art vessel, currently under construction.
The 2024 youth development voyages will sail to ports in Hobart, Geelong, Sydney, Newcastle, Brisbane, Cairns, Thursday Island, Darwin, Broome, Exmouth, Fremantle, Esperance and Adelaide.
Since 1988, more than 14,000 young Australians aged between 16-23 years have sailed in STS Young Endeavour, taking part in a unique youth development experience that helps participants develop self-awareness and confidence, and gives them an opportunity to grow their teamwork and leadership skills through sail training and self-development activities.
24 youth join each voyage, from all parts of Australia and all walks of life. Together they learn the skills to sail a tall ship – including taking the helm, handling lines, keeping watch, navigating, and climbing the 30-metre mast. No sailing experience is required, only a willingness to join the crew and learn along the way.
If you've already applied for a youth development voyage previously, login to your dashboard to update your voyage preferences, or check out the website for information on destinations, dates, fees and eligibility.
Applications should be made by 28 September 2023 to be eligible for main round offers.
Apply now for your chance to set sail on the voyage of a lifetime in Young Endeavour!
