Public Service Graduate: Economics & Policy Rotations

CSEA; Canberra; Hybrid; AUD 79,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentors and buddies

Relocation package

Flexible working-from-home

Generous leave entitlements

Job summary

Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet (PM&C) runs a twelve-month graduate program designed for Economics, Commerce, Finance or Accounting graduates. It includes mentors, three rotations across diverse areas, and a starting APS3 salary with superannuation.

The program offers flexible working arrangements and generous leave. A relocation package supports moving to Canberra and long-term career progression.

Qualifications

• Graduation in Economics, Commerce, Finance or Accounting.
• Be an Australian citizen and willing to relocate to Canberra.
• Complete your degree within the last eight years or be in final year of study.

Responsibilities

• Support the Prime Minister, the Cabinet, Portfolio Ministers and Assistant Ministers.
• Work on key priorities shaping Australia’s economic landscape.
• Advise on options to reform the tax system and strengthen financial sector governance.
• Collaborate with Treasury, Productivity Commission and other agencies to deliver priorities.
• Contribute to evidence-based policy development using behavioural insights.

Education

Graduation in Economics, Commerce, Finance or Accounting

Job description

Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet (PM&C) runs a twelve-month graduate program designed for Economics, Commerce, Finance or Accounting graduates. It includes mentors, three rotations across diverse areas, and a starting APS3 salary with superannuation.

The program offers flexible working arrangements and generous leave. A relocation package supports moving to Canberra and long-term career progression.