Launch Your Public Service Career: 2028 Graduate Program

AFP international; Canberra; Hybrid; AUD 77,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Flexible and hybrid working

Paid annual leave

Job summary

The Australian Federal Police (AFP) invites graduates to apply for the 2028 Graduate Program. You will rotate through multiple business areas, receive focused development, mentorship and hands-on projects while preparing for a permanent role after 12 months.

Eligibility includes finishing a bachelor degree in the last five years, Australian citizenship, and ability to obtain a security clearance. Relocation to Canberra is provided where needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree completed in the last five years (2023 or later) or expected to complete by December 2027.
• Australian citizenship at time of application in 2027.
• Negative Vetting 1 (Secret) security clearance or ability to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Participate in a 12‑month program with three rotations across different business areas.
• Engage in tailored training, mentorship and hands-on experience.
• Launch into a permanent position at the program end.
• Contribute to national and international operations within the AFP.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Education

Arts, Humanities and Justice

Business

Health Science

Information Technology

Law

Media and Communications

Science

Social Science

Job description

The Australian Federal Police (AFP) invites graduates to apply for the 2028 Graduate Program. You will rotate through multiple business areas, receive focused development, mentorship and hands-on projects while preparing for a permanent role after 12 months.

Eligibility includes finishing a bachelor degree in the last five years, Australian citizenship, and ability to obtain a security clearance. Relocation to Canberra is provided where needed.