Vacationer Program – Tax (Nov 2026)

Dlssgeelong; Australia; On-site; AUD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Courses & development

Wellbeing & financial benefits

Positive impact across teams & society

Job summary

EY is offering a Vacationer Program in Tax for Australian or New Zealand students. You’ll gain hands-on experience, coaching, and exposure to diverse teams while exploring how technology and analytics drive business outcomes.

To be eligible, you must be in the penultimate year (graduating in 2027) and an Australian/New Zealand citizen or permanent resident. The program may lead to a permanent role after graduation.

Responsibilities

• Submit online application with passport/photo ID, CV, and academic transcript.
• Provide team preferences and motivations when invited.
• Complete online Job Simulation assessment, possibly with a video response.
• Attend interview or Recruitment Day if invited.

Job description

As you write your next chapter what shape will it take?

At EY, we offer more than just an internship. We offer you the chance to build a truly exceptional career. We’ll empower you with the latest technology, surround you with high‑performing teams, and provide the global scale and diverse and inclusive culture you need to discover your full potential.

Through our coaching and training programs, you’ll develop the skills you need to stay relevant today and, in the future, – all while building a network of colleagues, mentors, and leaders who will be on the journey with you at EY and beyond. Those who stand out may be offered a permanent role after graduation.

Tax at EY

As a Tax professional, you’ll help equip organisations to make better business decisions by combining diverse thinking with the power of technology and analytics. You’ll function as a true business advisor, building trusted relationships with clients, and business‑enabled tax planning that has an impact on an organisations’ financial viability and success.

We’re currently looking for students from a range of degrees. You can find out more about our Tax teams, as well as where your studies might best match, by visiting EY degree pathways

Hear how a role in Tax has shaped our Graduate’s journey:

“Mymedicalscience degree enabled me to transition from academia into a client‑facing Research and Development role, where I apply my scientific training to support clients in accessing government incentives by translating complex research into clear R&D and grant funding narratives and guide clients through the R&D Tax Incentive and grant funding processes.”

• Graduate, Tax - Government Incentives,

“My Accounting degree equipped me with skills to question, research, and problem solve. EY took this further by giving me hands‑on experience applying legislation to real client challenges”

• Graduate, Mobility Tax

What we can offer you

• Accelerate your technical capabilities and transformative leadership skills with future‑focused courses and development programs
• Discover the various ways our benefits can cater to your needs, across wellness, financial wellbeing and leave
• Develop your own personal purpose and help us create a positive ripple effect on our teams, our business, clients and society

Eligibility

To be eligible for our Vacationer Program, you must meet the following criteria:

• You are currently in the penultimate year of your degree (graduating in 2027).
• You are an Australian or New Zealand citizen, or an Australian permanent resident.

What you can expect

• Candidates are required to submit an online application, attaching their passport (or alternative photo ID), CV, and academic transcript.
• Eligible candidates will be invited to provide their team preferences and motivations.
• Candidates may be invited to complete an online Job Simulation assessment, which includes a video response question.
• Once we review your application and assessment results, you may be invited to an interview or Recruitment Day.

Please note that it can take up to six weeks to hear from us as we have a rigorous recruitment process in place for our student program roles.

Acknowledgement of Country

EY acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands on which EY offices are located around Australia. We pay our respects to their cultures, and to their Elders — past, present, and emerging. Find out more about our vision for reconciliation on our website.

DE&I are core to who we are, how we work and how we live our values. We hold a collective commitment to continue to drive an environment where all differences are valued, practices are equitable, and everyone experiences a sense of belonging — where people are inspired to team and lead inclusively in their interactions every day. We encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, cultures, sexual orientations, and gender identities and are committed to providing an equitable and barrier free recruitment experience for all.

We encourage you to share any support and adjustments you need to be your best and participate equitably in our recruitment process. We understand sharing your needs with us can be daunting, so if you have questions before or during your application, we welcome you to get in touch at [e-mail] or [phone] (option 2). Anything you tell us will be kept completely confidential.

Our preferred applicant will be required to undertake employment screening by EY or our external third‑party provider.