Based on 51 surveyed graduates working at Department of Defence. Read on to get an insider’s view on life as a graduate.
4.1
Based on 51 reviews
Pros & Cons
Opportunity to learn and exposure to a vast array of experiences. Sense of pride in working on behalf of the Australian people and for the defence of the country.
The support for learning development opportunities and ongoing exposure to networking opportunities.
The department is very flexible when it comes to hours, including making ample arrangements to work from home if necessary.
I have had the opportunity to draft emails, documents and undertake academic research as part of developing doctrinal policy.
They are supportive and are good mentors in teaching the internal procedures that otherwise would not be shared if not directly exposed to them.
Workplace culture is heavily dependent on the dedication of the supervisors and senior leaders which varies depending on the work area.
When all workplace employees are working on-site there is often a shortage of desks which is inconvenient for all involved.
Can be very slow to hear updates.
There is a good mix of women, ethnic minorities, etc., but this seems to be very aggregated in certain groups/services—not so much integrated or dispersed across the department.
I am unsure of my current knowledge or capacity to comment on their sustainability efforts.
What Insiders Say
7.5
Career Prospects
7.5
Career Prospects
Completing performance and goals agreements gives a sense of great achievement that would drive the confidence in applying for higher-ranking jobs and progressing one's career.
Supportive of flexible working arrangements and encourage time off. There are lots of opportunities to collaborate so teamwork and socialisation amongst colleagues is important and natural.
Facilities are good, office space and location is also good however when all workplace employees are working on-site there is often a shortage of desks.
The graduate recruitment round went through the following steps: online application form, psychometric/personality tests, online interview and online activity task, notification of offer or of merit listing.
There are lots of training and learning opportunities from paid to free. I have taken classes on effective workplace behaviour, communication and general upskilling.