One application – many opportunities

Join the Australian Government Graduate Program to access human resources (HR) opportunities across all participating Australian Public Service (APS) agencies.

The Australian Government Graduate Program is designed by the top HR experts in government to build future HR leaders in government. Gain a professional advantage, apply today.

Benefits

• a permanent, full-time job

• generous leave entitlements and superannuation

• workplace rotations

• mentorship and cross-agency networking events

• opportunities across Australia, including regional and metro locations.

• graduate membership to the Australian Human Resources Institute (AHRI)

• promotion opportunities upon successful completion.

What you need to know:

If you’re successful, you’ll commence the program in February 2027.

Salaries depend on the agency in which you’re placed.

Most graduates will start as an APS3 and receive a promotion to the next level upon successful completion.

Most agencies offer flexible working conditions and hybrid working arrangements.

When to apply:

Applications are now open and close 15 April 2026.

Disciplines

We are on the lookout for graduates who have completed or are completing a degree with a Human Resources component – Ideal areas of study include Human Resources, Business, Psychology or Psychological Science, Commerce, Arts and Education. Social Policy or Social / Behavioural Science graduates with a HR Major are also encouraged to apply.

To be eligible, you must have completed your degree between 1 January 2021 to 31 December 2026.