2027 ATO Graduate Program - Data or STEM

Australian Taxation Office; Adelaide; Hybrid; AUD 75,431 - 84,028; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible work options

Training and mentorship

Generous leave entitlements

Job summary

A governmental agency is offering a Graduate Program in Data Science located in Adelaide, South Australia. Ideal for recent STEM graduates, the program provides opportunities to work with cutting-edge technologies and large data sets, enhancing your analytical skills. Trainees will perform predictive modelling, data mining, and assist in decision-making processes. The role includes a competitive salary of $75,431 with a rising pay scale and flexible work arrangements, fostering professional growth and work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Recent graduates with a STEM degree.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work with large data sets and advanced technologies.

Responsibilities

• Work with large data sets to improve efficiency.
• Utilize predictive modelling and analytics.
• Support data-driven decision-making processes.

Skills

Data analysis

Statistical knowledge

Programming skills

Critical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Tools

Predictive modelling

Machine learning

Data mining

Job description

The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) Graduate Program offers opportunities across law, accounting, commerce, data, IT, design, Human Resources and marketing and communication.

At the ATO, your degree is just the beginning. With our broad range of careers, you can explore different roles and projects and shape your future. Whether you’re interested in influencing policy, driving smarter decision-making, building cutting-edge systems or creating innovative content, this is where your career soars.

About the ATO

The ATO manages Australia’s tax and super systems to help build a better Australia by funding services and infrastructure such as schools and hospitals. Our graduates are empowered to think big, turn ideas into action and work together to deliver results that matter, like:

• making it easier for people to manage their tax and super
• helping businesses understand and meet their tax responsibilities (like lodging returns and paying the right amount)
• delivering ATO services that are simple, clear and easy to use.

As a graduate, you’ll be encouraged to put your ideas into practice, working together to deliver outcomes that benefit the community.

What we offer

• opportunities to explore different careers with job rotations across various business areas, roles and projects
• career growth and progression
• a competitive salary of $75,431 plus 15.4% super, with a pay rise to $84,028, plus 15.4% super, after completing the program
• work-life balance with flexible work options, including hybrid work-from-home arrangements, generous leave entitlements and wellbeing initiatives
• tailored support, training and mentorship
• offices located across Australia, including most states and territories and some regional areas.

What you’ll do

Get smarter about data

With some of the largest data sets in government, you’ll work with cutting-edge technologies and advanced analytics to improve process efficiency and drive smarter decision-making. As a data scientist, engineer or analyst, shape your career at the ATO with predictive modelling, machine learning, data mining and prescriptive analytics.

With a qualification in science, technology, engineering or mathematics (STEM), the Data stream is the perfect pathway to model your future career. You could:

• convert data into breakthrough insights and actions to deliver value for taxpayers, staff, and partner agencies
• use data analysis modelling techniques to address problems and support data-driven decision making
• design, build and maintaining systems to collect, process, and efficiently manage large volumes of data
• establish and oversee effective data, analytics and AI governance
• use advanced techniques to collect, analyse, and interpret data using analytical, statistical, and programming skills
• implement new technologies designed and created to enhance the ATO's work.

Check out Ariel’s story to see a day in the life of a Data graduate.

Apply for the Data stream via the Australian Government Graduate Program (AGGP).

Applications for the Data stream close 13 April 2026.

Who you are

We’re looking for graduates with fresh perspectives, creative ideas and strong critical thinking skills to help improve core Australian Government initiatives. If you’re driven, ambitious and passionate about your career and enjoy meaningful work that benefits the community, this is the opportunity for you.

Who can apply

Graduates who have completed their university degree in the last 5 years (1 January 2022 to 31 December 2026) can apply.

Still studying? You can apply for a paid internship at the ATO through the University Partnership Employment Program while you complete your studies.

Next steps

Ready to shape your career? Visit ato.gov.au/grads