Services Australia

The ideal candidate

We want graduates who are bold, forward-thinking and bring big ideas.

We're looking for a range of people to join us and we’re committed to providing an inclusive workplace. We value our staff for their unique qualities, ideas and perspectives.

In our generalist stream, we’re looking for graduates with degrees in any area.

This stream is perfect for you if:

• you're open to exploring different professional areas
• your degree doesn't align with our other streams.

We'll place you in a role that matches your skills and experience. Once you start, you'll remain in the generalist stream for the duration of the program.

Range of work

In the generalist stream, you'll have the opportunity to make a real impact and contribute to meaningful projects, such as:

• implementing legislative changes or new government initiatives and policies
• analysing management information to identify trends and prepare insightful reports
• supporting major improvement initiatives that enhance our customers' experiences
• providing crucial support to Australians affected by national disasters
• contributing to major technology, compliance, communication and service delivery projects
• drafting and coordinating question time, senate estimates and ministerial briefs, speeches and presentations
• supporting our minister, Chief Executive Officer and senior executives.

What you’ll get

We offer: 

• a competitive salary, ranging between $71,170 - $79,322 depending on your qualification level
• progression to the APS5 classification at successful completion of the program
• a range of development opportunities to shape your career in the Australian Public Service
• flexible working arrangements to help you maintain your work-life balance
• a variety of leave options, including 4 weeks of annual leave
• employer superannuation contributions of 15.4%.

Why you should work for us

We make government services simple so people can get on with their lives.  

Every hour of every day in Australia, people in need turn to the Australian Government for help. In those moments, our agency responds. 

We rise to challenges fuelled by the knowledge that what we do matters. Our work can be challenging but is also rewarding, and suits people who are resilient and embrace innovation and change. We help customers at key moments in their lives. Whether helping customers, supporting strategic policy, leading whole-of-government initiatives, or excelling in various roles, everyone in the agency makes a real difference to Australians.

We're an agency that helps people and we're committed to progress, constantly moving forward to deliver services that are simple, helpful, respectful and transparent.  

Eligibility

To be eligible for the program, you must be an Australian citizen.

You’ll need to have successfully passed and completed an undergraduate or postgraduate degree within the last 5 years.

If you got your degree overseas, you’ll need to have it recognised by the Department of Education.

Inclusivity

We're committed to providing a work environment that values inclusion and diversity and supports all staff to reach their full potential. We have a range of workplace diversity and inclusion strategies, policies and initiatives in place to achieve this. 

Our program includes an affirmative measure to help employ Indigenous Australians. You can apply to our program using this measure, through the Australian Public Service Commission's Indigenous Graduate Pathway.  

We also have an affirmative measure for Australians with disability. Our team would be happy to talk with you about any reasonable adjustment you might need.