Australian Bureau of Statistics

The ABS is one of the world leaders in its field, assisting Australian and State Governments, business and the community to make informed decisions by leading a high quality, objective and responsive national statistical service. 

On joining the ABS, you enter an organisation that is brimming with great opportunities for highly professional individuals who love working in a team environment. The choice to embark on a career with the ABS could be the best decision you’ll ever make.

Each year the ABS recruits for over 100 graduate vacancies.  There are opportunities throughout our Central Office in Canberra and our Regional Offices in each state capital.

At the ABS you will find diverse and challenging careers for individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and specialisations. We provide you the opportunity to utilise your degree and encourage you to expand your existing knowledge and skills.

The ABS has a supportive environment where employees are nurtured, their skills are developed and achievements are recognised. We are all committed to working together and continually inspire and encourage each other to achieve results.

With careers as diverse as you, the ABS is committed to strengthening the organisation by supporting a culture where employee differences are valued and respected.

What we offer graduates

We offer you competitive remuneration packages with opportunities for promotion early in your career, and the flexibility to achieve a healthy work/life balance. 

At the ABS you will be working in teams or on individual projects in your field of interest. You will have practical on-the-job training and a flexible individual development plan which may include:

  • Six-month targeted graduate training program
  • Work rotations
  • Buddy/mentor program
  • Social and networking opportunities
Undergraduate Opportunities

A number of cadetships, scholarships and vacation opportunities are also available. For further information go to the ABS website.

Seeking...

We are looking for the sort of people who enjoy a challenge and value the opportunity to build professional relationships in a friendly and diverse team environment.  You are a person with integrity who is able to think laterally and adapt to change.

Degree/disciplines

A wide range of disciplines including:
Accounting |  Business | Commerce | Communication | Demography | Econometrics | Economics | Finance |
Geography | Human Resources | Humanities | Information Management | IT | Management |  Mathematics | Psychology | Social Science | Statistics

How to apply

Online via the ABS website.

When to apply

March

Eligibility

Australian citizenship.

Position locations

Canberra, Adelaide, Brisbane, Darwin, Hobart, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney.

Further information

Tel: 1800 675 125
Email: recruitment@abs.gov.au

www.abs.gov.au/careers

Statistics have the power to build a better Australia. If you want to play a part within an organisation that is vital to research, planning and discussion within Australia, the ABS Graduate program is the place to start.

Work Programs Available

Graduate
Application Closing Date
May
Application Period
See company website for details
Cadetship
Application Closing Date
May
Scholarship
Application Period
See company website for details
Vacation
Application Period
See company website for details

Contact Details

Postal Address: ABS House, 45 Benjamin Way Belconnen,
ACT 2616
Australia
Contact Name: Kim Pollock
Contact Position: Manager Graduate Recruitment
Phone: 1800 675 125
Email: