Graduate Opportunities

From the ground up—moving Australia forward

  Ever wondered who has been strengthening Australia’s maritime and airport security? Who has been investigating transport accidents to improve public safety? What about designing policy to support a competitive aviation industry? Or assisting Australia’s territories and local governments to deal with natural disasters?

Surprise yourself…

We can offer you a graduate year with a difference.We’ve even designed a website to help people buy the most economical and environmentally friendly cars available. Your graduate year with our department goes beyond a standard office job. Come and see what we’ll be working on next...Where will you make your mark?

What to expect…

Our graduate year offers a range of exciting and challenging experiences, including:

• An interstate industry tour
• Rotations to different work areas
• The opportunity to work in Ministers’ offices
• Structured learning and development that includes courses, workshops and a team project
• A mentor to discuss and guide your work, opportunities and aspirations

Don’t just take our word for it…

“The department’s interesting and varied portfolio responsibilities—from maritime security to Indigenous policy—are matched only by the wonderful people working throughout the organisation.’”

-- Rebecca McClean

“The program is an excellent career-springboard’

-- Darryl Miller

“The year provides graduates with the opportunity to be involved in meaningful, challenging and exciting work that is often highlighted in the media.”

-- Hamish Hansforth

“Not only have I had the opportunity to work in such diverse areas, I have also had many opportunities to develop my skills through training courses.”

-- Catherine Bunney