Public Policy Graduate Program: Rotations, Growth, Relocation

FEU; Canberra; Hybrid; AUD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship program

Relocation package

Flexible working arrangements

Generous leave entitlements

Career progression to permanent role

Job summary

Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet (PM&C) invites Humanities, Arts or Social Sciences graduates to apply for a 12‑month Graduate Program in Canberra. You’ll rotate across policy areas and receive mentoring, gaining broad public service experience.

The program starts February 2028 with an APS3 salary of AUD 79,707 plus 15.4% super, relocation assistance, and the possibility of advancement to APS4 as you progress toward a permanent placement.

Qualifications

• Recent graduate from Humanities, Arts or Social Sciences.
• Australian citizen.
• Willingness to relocate to Canberra.
• Completed degree within the last eight years or in final year of study.

Responsibilities

• Provide frank and impartial policy advice on Commonwealth issues.
• Support the implementation of the federal relations architecture.
• Liaise with state/territory departments and other agencies.
• Contribute to cross-cutting policy priorities across domestic and social policy areas.
• Assist with cabinet submissions and major funding agreements.

Education

Graduate in Humanities, Arts or Social Sciences

Job description

Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet (PM&C) invites Humanities, Arts or Social Sciences graduates to apply for a 12‑month Graduate Program in Canberra. You’ll rotate across policy areas and receive mentoring, gaining broad public service experience.

The program starts February 2028 with an APS3 salary of AUD 79,707 plus 15.4% super, relocation assistance, and the possibility of advancement to APS4 as you progress toward a permanent placement.