Indigenous Graduate Pathway - Australian Government Graduate Programs & Internships

Positions are available in up to 30 Australian Public Service and Commonwealth agencies for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people who have, or will have, completed an undergraduate degree or higher between January 2016 and January 2021.

Each Australian Government agency is responsible for a different aspect of Australian life, from education, health and community services to defence, immigration and infrastructure. Whichever agency you choose, there are opportunities to undertake challenging work and make a meaningful contribution to the Australian community.

As a graduate, you will get hands-on experience along with formal development opportunities tailored to build your skills. This will give you a professional advantage in the increasingly competitive workforce, wherever your career may take you.

Typically, graduates undertake a structured program over 12 to 24 months which comprises:

• work rotations designed to expose you to business areas across the agency
• opportunities to undertake a diverse range of real work
• on the job and formal training to help you establish your professional grounding
• opportunities to build professional networks

While the large majority of positions are located in Canberra, there are limited positions available in State capitals and regional centres as well.

How to apply

If you are interested in this opportunity, we want to hear from you. Submit your online application through the APSC online recruitment page by the closing date. As part of your application complete the application form and attach the following documents:

• your resume/CV
• confirmation of your Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander heritage
• your university transcript