Westpac

Our Grad Program

We’re looking to fill our programs with original thinkers and innovators from all degrees of study.  Challenging and rewarding – our programs will get your career off to a flying start.

Why join Westpac?

At Westpac, we’re passionate about becoming our customers’ #1 banking partner for life and we know that starts with creating the best workplace in the country. And that means it is more than just a job.  

• Special offers on banking products and discounts from top brands, including generous employee-only mortgage rates! 
• We offer a variety of leave options including support carers leave, paid parental leave, culture, lifestyle and wellbeing leave + more.
• Lots of opportunities to ‘give back’ to the Community by getting involved in our many volunteering initiatives including our Employee Advocacy Groups such as Women of Westpac, The Youth Network, Brothers & Sisters + many more.

Your New Role

What the Group Treasury graduate program will offer you?

• Dive into the world of capital, funding, and balance sheet management at Westpac and gain real-world experience
• Develop your skills in managing liquidity, capital, and risk, while making an impact in a fast-paced environment.
• Be part of a program that focuses on creating lasting value for customers and the group, shaping the future of banking

Please note: Whilst this stream provides exposure to aspects of market risk management, it is not a trading program. Trading experience can be obtained via application to the FM & Treasury stream.

What you’ll need to succeed

• A keen interest in understanding how Westpac strategically manages economic risks to create and protect value for both our customers and the group. 
• Students from all disciplines are encouraged to apply however you will need to demonstrate a keen interest in economics, banking and finance, and possess a diverse skillset to be successful in your application.

You will also need:

• To be in in your final year of study of a university degree, or
• You can have completed an undergraduate or postgraduate degree, but it must be no more than three years ago.
• You also need to be an Australian or New Zealand Citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident when you apply.

Join us as we create better futures for our customers, our company and you.

We’re all about creating a supportive and inclusive community. We welcome everyone – no matter your age, gender, background, or abilities. We also provide additional support to welcome our veterans, Indigenous Australians and neurodiverse community.

If you need any reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, you can email our team at graduate@westpac.com.au. 

Apply now for the 2027 Westpac Graduate Program. 

Applications close: Friday, 10th April 2026 (12pm AEDT)