RMIT Graduate Program 2027

RMIT University; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 69,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work and flexible arrangements

Christmas leave and Easter leave

Family & Domestic Violence Leave (20d)

Gender Affiliation Leave (30d)

Cultural Leave (10d)

KUDOS staff benefits

Job summary

RMIT University invites graduates to join the 2027 Graduate Program. Over 12 months, you will complete two rotations across the university, gaining hands-on experience, coaching, and leadership exposure. The program offers hybrid, flexible work arrangements and opportunities to apply for ongoing roles upon completion.

Successful applicants will benefit from structured learning, dedicated mentoring, and a salary of AU$80,943 plus 17% superannuation, with a closing date of 6 September 2026.

Qualifications

• Be a final-year student or recent graduate (past two years)
• Be available to work full-time from February 2027 to February 2028
• Have Australian working rights: citizen, permanent resident, or eligible visa

Job description

Overview

RMIT Graduate Program 2027

Shape what's next - and shape your career at the same time

Not ready to play it safe? Neither are we.

At RMIT, we shape what's next - and we're inviting our own graduates to help do it.

The RMIT Graduate Program is for curious, motivated thinkers who want their work to mean something. If you're ready to turn ideas into action, challenge convention and build a career with real impact, this is where it starts.

As one of Australia's leading universities, RMIT is committed to creating positive change through education, research and innovation. Through our Graduate Program, you'll contribute to meaningful work, build valuable connections and explore career opportunities across a diverse and dynamic university environment.

Want to learn more before applying?

Visit the RMIT Graduate Program website to explore the streams, recruitment process, key dates and hear from current graduates.

Why start your career at RMIT?

Make an impact you can be proud of

Work on initiatives that support students, communities and global education - not hypothetical case studies.

Do work that matters

From digital transformation and data-driven decision-making to social impact and student experience, you'll contribute to meaningful projects from day one.

Grow your way

Explore two rotations, learn from experienced professionals and leaders, and build a career path that aligns with your interests and strengths.

Be trusted and supported

Flexible work, generous leave and leaders who care about wellbeing aren't perks here - they're part of how we work.

Belong as you are

Your background, identity and perspective are valued. At RMIT, difference isn't managed - it's what moves us forward.

Explore our graduate streams

The RMIT Graduate Program offers opportunities across a range of professional streams. Each stream is designed to provide meaningful, real-world experience while helping you develop the skills and capabilities needed to build your career.

Graduate Opportunities May Be Available Across

• Data & Analytics
• Engagement
• Finance (Procurement)
• International
• People & Culture
• Student Lifecycle & Experience

Not sure which stream is right for you? The Graduate Program is designed to help you explore your interests, build capability and shape your future. If you're curious, motivated and ready to make an impact, we'd love to hear from you.

For detailed stream information, recruitment timelines and program information, visit the RMIT Graduate Program website.

What You'll Experience In The Program

Over 12 months, you'll complete two rotations across different areas of the university, giving you the opportunity to explore, develop new capabilities and discover where you can make the greatest impact.

You bring your curiosity, ideas and energy.

We'll provide hands-on experience, meaningful work, dedicated coaching, professional development and exposure to senior leaders across RMIT. You'll build skills, relationships and confidence while contributing to projects that create real value for our students, staff and community.

You don't need prior corporate experience. We're looking for people with potential, curiosity, adaptability and a willingness to learn.

What we offer

Flexibility, wellbeing and trust

• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
• Paid Christmas Closedown and additional leave at Easter
• 20 days paid Family and Domestic Violence Leave
• 30 days Gender Affiliation Leave
• 10 days Cultural Leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees
• A workplace built on trust, autonomy and wellbeing

Learning, growth and career pathways

• Structured learning and development throughout the 12-month program
• Dedicated coaching, mentoring and leadership exposure
• Opportunities to build capability across two rotations
• Access to professional development opportunities that support your growth during and beyond the program
• Opportunity to apply for fixed-term or continuing roles at RMIT upon successful completion of the program, subject to availability

Pay, benefits and extras

• Starting salary of $80,943 plus 17% superannuation
• Option to purchase up to six weeks of additional leave
• 25% discount on selected RMIT short courses and single units
• Access to KUDOS staff benefits, including discounts across health, wellbeing, travel, finance and technology
• A vibrant campus environment combined with flexibility in how, when and where you work

Eligibility

• Be a final-year RMIT student or an RMIT alumnus who has graduated within the past two years
• Have completed a diploma, advanced diploma, undergraduate or postgraduate qualification
• Be available to work full-time from February 2027 to February 2028
• Meet one of the following Australian working rights criteria:
• Australian or New Zealand citizen; or
• Australian permanent resident; or
• Hold a temporary visa with unrestricted work rights at the commencement of the program and valid for at least 12 months (e.g. Temporary Graduate, secondary 457/TSS, provisional Partner visa)

Please note: Applications are also open to candidates currently on a Student Visa, provided they will hold an unrestricted visa that is valid at the commencement of the program.

RMIT is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment experience for all candidates.

If you require support, reasonable adjustments, or have questions about the recruitment process, please contact the Early Talent team at [e-mail].

For further information about the program, graduate streams, recruitment process and key dates, visit the RMIT Graduate Program Website (https://www.rmit.edu.au/careers/earlytalent)

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants

We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander graduates who have completed an RMIT qualification within the past four years are welcome to apply. Applicants will be invited to participate in a first-on-one yarn with our First Nations Recruitment Team as part of the recruitment process.

Applications Close

6 Sept 2026 11.59 pm

RMIT is an equal opportunity employer committed to being a child safe organisation. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability and age. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community, and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.

In line with RMIT University’s commitment to a safe, respectful and inclusive environment, from 1 January 2026, the University will also consider gender-based violence (GBV) risk factors as part of our recruitment processes. All applicants will be required to complete a gender-based violence declaration in accordance with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence.

Preferred candidates will also be required to undertake relevant pre-employment background checks, including Working With Children Checks. Information provided will be treated confidentially and considered only for its relevance to the role and RMIT’s safety obligations.

At RMIT, we are committed to supporting adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, as well as during employment. We actively support and encourage people with disability to apply to RMIT (including alternate formats of application forms). To discuss adjustment requirements, please contact Dani, via [e-mail] or visit our Careers page for more contact information - https://www.rmit.edu.au/careers.

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