First Nations Scholarship
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Description & Requirements
Bain Australia is proud to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students who want to create real impact through their careers. Our First Nations Scholarship offers financial support, one-on-one mentorship, and guidance from the Bain community, all while helping you explore what’s possible for your future.
Unlock your potential with tailored mentorship
The First National Scholarship is part of our commitment to advancing equity, celebrating talent, and unlocking opportunity.
You’ll be empowered to explore the many career pathways available at Bain and beyond, whether in management consulting, technology, our business support functions, or with one of our community partners.
Rooted in our Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP), the scholarship builds on our True North values and deepens our support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.
Gain firsthand insight into life at Bain from our consultants and explore a range of career pathways.
Connect quarterly with a Bain consultant to talk goals, explore interests, and grow your career together.
Connect with Bain professionals and like-minded students who’ll inspire and support your journey.
Apply what you learn to your studies, prepare for internships, and set yourself up for long-term success.
Invest in yourself, with Bain by your side
Receive a $20,000 AUD financial award to support your education so you can focus on learning, growing, and planning what’s next.
Be paired with a dedicated Bain mentor who’ll guide, support, and inspire you as you shape your career path.
Gain confidence through real interview experience and personalized career prep so you’re ready for your next opportunity.
How to apply
Our First Nations Scholarship is for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students who are Australian citizens or permanent residents. Students enrolled in an undergraduate, Master’s, or PhD program in any discipline at a recognised Australian university are eligible to apply if they have completed at least one year of full-time study.
Apply in 2026
Applications for the 2025 First Nations Scholarship Program are now closed and will reopen in 2026. To be considered, please complete and submit the following:
- Application form
- Resume/CV (Word or PDF format)
- Academic transcript
- Supplementary questions: once your application is submitted, you will receive additional questions to describe your candidacy. Responses are compulsory, and your application will only be considered for the scholarship once these are submitted.
Frequently asked questions
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What does the interview process look like?
If you’re invited to interview, we’ll send you everything you need to know and give you time to prepare.
You’ll go through two interviews that include problem-solving scenarios and behavioural style questions. It’s a chance for us to get to know you better, learn more about your interest in the scholarship and your future career motivations.
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Do I need to have any consulting experience or a commerce background to be able to apply for the program?
Not at all. You don’t need any consulting experience or a background in commerce to apply for the scholarship. We welcome students from all fields of study.
If you decide to pursue a role at Bain in the future, you’ll have access to plenty of training and support to help set you up for success.
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Can I apply to other roles/programs if I’m unsuccessful for the scholarship?
Absolutely. We encourage you to apply for other roles or programs at Bain, regardless of the outcome of your scholarship application.
Due to the limited number of scholarship places available, we may also consider your application for other opportunities you've applied for, provided you meet the relevant eligibility criteria.
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Got a question we haven’t answered?
We’d love to hear from you! Contact us at recruiting.australia@bain.com.
