Public Service Grad Program: 12-Month Rotations in Arts & Social Sciences

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

Benefits offered by this job

Mentors and buddies

Relocation package to Canberra

Flexible working-from-home options

12-month graduate program

Starting APS3 salary + super

Job summary

Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet (PM&C) invites graduates in humanities, arts or social sciences to join a unique 12-month graduate program in Canberra. The program offers mentorship, buddy support, a starting APS3 salary plus superannuation, and multiple rotations across policy areas.

Participants may relocate to Canberra with generous relocation assistance and potential progression to a permanent role, while enjoying flexible working arrangements and an inclusive culture.

Qualifications

• Recent graduate with humanities/arts/social sciences background.
• Be eligible if degree completed within last eight years or in final year.

Responsibilities

• Provide impartial advice on Commonwealth policy proposals and funding agreements.
• Support implementation of the federal relations architecture and liaise with state/territory departments.
• Contribute to priorities across domestic policy, social policy, health, environment and crisis management.
• Assist in preparing cabinet submissions and policy analysis across health, primary care, housing and sport.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Teamwork

Curiosity

Policy analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Humanities/Arts/Social Sciences

Job description

Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet (PM&C) invites graduates in humanities, arts or social sciences to join a unique 12-month graduate program in Canberra. The program offers mentorship, buddy support, a starting APS3 salary plus superannuation, and multiple rotations across policy areas.

Participants may relocate to Canberra with generous relocation assistance and potential progression to a permanent role, while enjoying flexible working arrangements and an inclusive culture.