Graduate Program – Climate Change and Sustainability Services (Feb 2027)

Dlssgeelong; Australia; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

EY Australia invites graduates to join the Climate Change and Sustainability Services student opportunities, offering coaching, training, and exposure to a diverse, inclusive culture while working with high-performing teams across the Oceania region.

You will submit an online application with passport photo ID, CV, and transcript; may be invited to complete a Job Simulation and interview or Recruitment Day; the process can take several weeks.

Qualifications

• You are in the final year of your degree program, or you have graduated and it has been no more than 24 months since you completed your studies at the time of your application.
• You are an Australian or New Zealand citizen, or an Australian permanent resident. International students should refer to our International Student criteria to ascertain eligibility before applying.

Responsibilities

• Submit an online application, attaching your passport (or alternative photo ID), CV, and academic transcript.
• Eligible candidates will be invited to provide their team preferences and motivations.
• Candidates may be invited to complete an online Job Simulation assessment, which includes a video response question.
• Once we review your application and assessment results, you may be invited to an interview or a Recruitment Day.

Job description

As you write your next chapter, what shape will it take?

Join us as a graduate and you’ll have the chance to build a truly exceptional career. We’ll empower you with the latest technology, surround you with high-performing teams, and provide the global scale and diverse and inclusive culture you need to discover your full potential.

Through our coaching and training programs, you’ll develop the skills you need to stay relevant today and, in the future, – all while building a network of colleagues, mentors, and leaders who will be on the journey with you at EY and beyond.

Climate Change and Sustainability Services at EY

The Climate Change and Sustainability Services team is the largest sustainability consulting team in Oceania. Our multidisciplinary teams help companies understand the risks and opportunities arising from climate change and sustainability issues, advising a large proportion of the ASX 200 to help them drive performance beyond their bottom line. The team also supports EY clients in defining and delivering their community investment programs and help protect the health and wellbeing of their employees.

Our team works across the full spectrum of sustainability, health and safety and climate change issues, including environmental, social and governance (“ESG”) strategy, outcomes measurement, health and safety, environmental management, climate risk and decarbonisation, human rights and modern slavery through advisory and assurance engagements.

As part of the team, you’ll support our clients in defining, executing and measuring performance against their ESG strategies. Our work is central to supporting our communities and clients create a healthier, safer and more sustainable future.

You can learn about our Climate Change and Sustainability Services team by visiting https://www.ey.com/en_au/careers/climate-change-sustainability-services-student-opportunities

What we can offer you

• Accelerate your technical capabilities and transformative leadership skills with future-focused courses and development programs
• Discover the various ways our benefits can cater to your needs, across wellness, financial wellbeing and leave
• Develop your own personal purpose and help us create a positive ripple effect on our teams, our business, clients and society

Eligibility

To be eligible for our Graduate Program, you must meet the following criteria:

• You are currently in the final year of your degree program, or
• You have graduated and it has been no more than 24 months since you completed your studies at the time of your application
• You are an Australian or New Zealand citizen, or an Australian permanent resident. International students should refer to our International Student criteria to ascertain their eligibility before applying.

What you can expect

• Candidates are required to submit an online application, attaching their passport (or alternative photo ID), CV, and academic transcript.
• Eligible candidates will be invited to provide their team preferences and motivations.
• Candidates may be invited to complete an online Job Simulation assessment, which includes a video response question.
• Once we review your application and assessment results, you may be invited to an interview or a Recruitment Day.

Additionally, it can take up to six weeks to hear from us as we have a rigorous recruitment process in place for our student program roles.

We recommend applying early as we will be recruiting on an ongoing basis, and positions will close once filled. We ask that you only submit one application.

Apply now - We’re all in to shape your future with confidence.

EY acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands on which EY offices are located around Australia. We pay our respects to their cultures, and to their Elders — past, present, and emerging. Find out more about our vision for reconciliation on our website.

DE&I are core to who we are, how we work and how we live our values. We hold a collective commitment to continue to drive an environment where all differences are valued, practices are equitable, and everyone experiences a sense of belonging — where people are inspired to team and lead inclusively in their interactions every day. We encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, cultures, sexual orientations, and gender identities and are committed to providing an equitable and barrier free recruitment experience for all.

We encourage you to share any support and adjustments you need to be your best and participate equitably in our recruitment process. We understand sharing your needs with us can be daunting, so if you have questions before or during your application, we welcome you to get in touch at [e-mail] or [phone] (option 2). Anything you tell us will be kept completely confidential.

Our preferred applicant will be required to undertake employment screening by EY or our external third-party provider.