Graduate Development Program

Want an opportunity in the competitive Australian Public Service?

Are you motivated and looking for a challenge? Do you want to make a REAL difference to Australia's future?

Are you a university graduate, in any field, with outstanding academic results? Then read on, because the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government wants you as part of its 2011 Graduate Development Program.

Take your degree into the real world

You've studied hard for years so put all that theory into action.

As a graduate you will:

• work on issues of national importance;
• make decisions that have a real impact; and
• use your skills and ideas to help move Australia forward.

What you can expect

Your graduate year with us is packed with great benefits, interesting experiences and opportunities. Just for starters, you will get:

• a starting salary of $50,039 plus superannuation;
• a familiarisation day before you start to help you get to know the other Graduates, the Department and Canberra;
• financial assistance to support you moving to Canberra (if needed);
• an industry tour to see what we really do;
• rotations to three different work areas;
• a structured learning and development program; and
• a mentor to discuss and guide your work, opportunities and aspirations.

Eligibility Requirements

To be eligible to work for the Department, you must:

• be an Australian citizen;
• have completed a minimum of a three year undergraduate degree by February 2011;
• have achieved a credit average;
• obtain a security clearance to the level of secret; and
• be prepared to relocate to Canberra.

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How to Apply

Applications for the 2011 program open on Monday, 1 March 2010 and close on Sunday, 11 April at 11.30pm.

All applications must be received through the Departments e-Recruitment System.

Contact the Recruitment Team

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