Graduate Program – Tax (Feb 2027)

Dlssgeelong; Australia; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

EY Australia is offering a Graduate Program for eligible students who are in their final year or have graduated within the last 24 months. The program focuses on developing technical capability, leadership skills, and a global network through coaching and training while embedding an inclusive culture.

Successful candidates will engage in online assessments, team preference discussions, and a rigorous recruitment process.

Qualifications

• Final year student or graduate within 24 months of completing studies.
• Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident required.

Education

Final year student or recent graduate (≤24 months)

Job description

Overview

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.

Tax at EY

As a Tax professional, you’ll help equip organisations to make better business decisions by combining diverse thinking with the power of technology and analytics. You’ll function as a true business advisor, building trusted relationships with clients, and business‑enabled tax planning that has an impact on an organisations’ financial viability and success.

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 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

Hear how a role in Tax has shaped our Graduate’s journey

"My medical science degree enabled me to transition from academia into a client-facing Research and Development role, where I apply my scientific training to support clients in accessing government incentives by translating complex research into clear R&D and grant funding narratives and guide clients through the R&D Tax Incentive and grant funding processes."

• Graduate, Tax - Government Incentives,

"My Accounting degree equipped me with skills to question, research, and problem solve. EY took this further by giving me hands‑on experience applying legislation to real client challenges."

• Graduate, Mobility Tax

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.

Please note that 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.

Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion

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. 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.