Human Resource (HR) Stream Graduate Program (Feb 2028)

HTU; Canberra; Hybrid; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Specialised learning & development

Flexible working arrangements

AHRI membership & mentoring program

APS HR Stream Network membership

Networking across the APS

Job summary

HTU is seeking graduates for the Australian Government Graduate Program in HR. The role emphasizes people-centric work from recruitment to HR policy and offers exposure across partner agencies in Canberra and beyond.

You'll build hands-on HR experience, attend networking events with senior leaders, and participate in targeted training. Applicants must meet citizenship, education, and clearance criteria and be ready for rigorous selection.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field (e.g., Business, Psychology, Commerce, Arts).
• Ability to obtain and maintain Australian Government security clearance.
• Willingness to undergo police, character, health checks as required.

Responsibilities

• Gain hands-on experience across different HR roles within partner agencies.
• Attend events and network with senior APS leaders.
• Participate in specialised training and development opportunities.

Skills

Meaningful work

Strong communication

Social skills

Professional workplace

Willingness to learn

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Job description

As a HR graduate, you'll contribute to people centric and human resource functions from, recruitment to human resource policy.

Eligibility criteria

To be eligible for the HR Stream in the Australian Government Graduate Program (AGGP), you must:

• Be an Australian citizen at the time of application.
• Have completed, or be completing by 31 December 2027, at least a Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or a related field (e.g., Business, Psychology, Commerce, Arts).
• Your most recent eligible qualification must have been completed between 1 January 2023 and 31 December 2027.
• Be able to obtain and maintain a valid Australian Government security clearance.
• Be willing to undergo any police, character, health, or other checks required.

Skills you need

To be suitable for an HR Stream role, you should have most or all of the following skills:

• Interest in undertaking meaningful work that serves the Australian community
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Social skills
• Ability to contribute to a professional, respectful, and positive workplace
• Willingness to learn and adapt
• Ability to comply with APS Values and the APS Code of Conduct
• Commitment to maintaining a healthy work/study/life balance

Benefits

Our HR Stream will launch your career by providing a professional advantage. Working with the Australian Government offers excellent benefits, including:

• Specialised learning and developmentdesigned and delivered by HR experts
• Flexible working arrangementsand future mobility opportunities
• Australian Human Resources Institute (AHRI) membershipand mentoring program
• APS HR Professional Stream Network membershipto connect with thousands of HR professionals
• Networking and development opportunitieswith HR graduates and professionals across the APS

Locations

Most positions are located in Canberra, but some departments and agencies also offer roles in other cities like Brisbane, Melbourne, Geelong and Sydney.

Relocation assistance may be available for successful candidates.

What to expect in this program

HR graduates in this stream can expect to:

• Receive hands-on experience in different HR roles within partner agencies
• Attend events and network with senior leaders across the APS
• Participate in specialised training and development opportunities

Diversity and inclusion

We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, LGBTQI+ individuals, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, and mature-aged applicants.

For candidates with disabilities, we offer reasonable adjustments throughout the selection process. If you indicate on your application form that you have a disability, we will contact you to discuss your needs.

We also encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander graduates to apply through the Indigenous Graduate Pathway.