Early Careers - Students & Graduates
Move Beyond with Cathay Early Careers Graduate Programmes
At Cathay, we are committed to move people forward in life. Our early careers programmes are more than just your first job, they are the gateway to your promising future.
Rooted in our three company values — Thoughtful, Progressive and Can-Do — we empower individuals to take initiative, embrace innovation, and make a meaningful difference. Our early careers programmes are designed to give you hands-on exposure, mentorship and the opportunity to contribute to real projects shaping the future of aviation:
Programme Highlights:
- Rotational structure to broaden your understanding across key business areas
- Hands-on experience through real-life projects that drive Cathay’s growth and transformation
- Coaching and mentoring from experienced professionals to support your personal and professional development
- Networking opportunities to build valuable connections with leaders and peers across the organisation
- Structured training in both technical and business skills to accelerate your learning and leadership potential
Four Distinct Programmes:
- Cargo Graduate Trainee Programme
- Digital & IT Graduate Trainee Programme
- Engineering Graduate Trainee Programme
- Group Legal and Compliance – Trainee Solicitor Programme
Together, let’s move your career forward and start your journey with Cathay.
Move Beyond with Cathay Internship Programmes
At Cathay, we believe in nurturing future leaders who will shape the skies of tomorrow. Our internship programmes are designed for aviation-passionate and driven individuals who aspire to lead in the fields of technology, engineering and aviation.
Our Internship Programme offers you an exciting and unique opportunity to develop your professional skills in Digital & IT and Engineering field while gaining valuable work experience in the aviation sector to prepare you for a fulfilling career with Cathay.
Programme Highlights:
- Hands-on experience through real-life projects that contribute to Cathay’s digital and engineering transformation
- Comprehensive training to equip you with essential skills and practical knowledge
- Networking opportunities with seasoned professionals, expanding your network and enhancing your career trajectory
Two Distinct Programmes:
- Digital & IT internship allows you to leverage cutting-edge technologies within a fast-paced aviation landscape
- Engineering internship offers you chance to gain the skills and experience to become a professional aviation engineer
Interns with outstanding performance may be offered a fast track in the selection process when you apply for our Graduate Programmes.
Recruitment Timeline
- Application Deadline: 1 February 2026
- Video Interview & Aptitude Test: February 2026
- Interviews: March 2026
- Offer Notification: April 2026
- Onboarding Date: July 2026