STEM Stream Graduate Program

3 weeks ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Gotafe Full time

As a STEM graduate, you'll have a unique opportunity to work across multiple STEM fields, become part of a collaborative cohort and participate in a number of networking opportunities..

Eligibility criteria

To be eligible for the STEM Stream in the Australian Government Graduate Program (AGGP), you must:

  • Be an Australian citizen at the time of application.
  • Have completed a minimum three-year undergraduate degree in a STEM field within the last five years.
  • Have completed or be finishing an undergraduate degree or higher by 31 December 2026.
  • Be able to obtain and maintain a valid Australian Government security clearance.
  • Be willing to undergo any police, character, health, or other checks required.
Skills you need

To be suitable for a STEM Graduate role, you should have most or all of the following skills:

  • Proficient communication skills
  • Problem-solving skills
  • A willingness to learn and grow
  • Teamwork and collaboration skills
  • Research and analysis skills
  • Adaptability
  • Ability to show initiative and judgement
Benefits

As a graduate in the STEM Stream, you'll work on meaningful projects that have a real impact on Australia's future. You'll gain experience across different STEM areas while contributing to important initiatives.

Working with the Australian Government offers great benefits, including:

  • Workplace rotations to help you gain experience in diverse roles
  • Structured learning and development opportunities
  • Networking events
  • Exposure to senior executives and STEM-specific events
  • Competitive salary and flexible work options
Locations

Most roles within the STEM Stream are based in Canberra, with some opportunities available across Australia, depending on the agency you are matched with. Relocation assistance may be available through some agencies.

Roles are full-time, with potential for flexible work arrangements depending on your placement agency.

What to expect in this program

STEM graduates will:

  • Work on real projects across different Australian Public Service (APS) departments
  • Participate in work rotations to gain experience in diverse roles
  • Experience a rewarding career within science, technology, engineering or mathematics
  • Meet senior STEM leaders from across the APS
  • Participate in unique STEM experiences and networking opportunities

The STEM Stream is lead by Department of Industry, Science and Resources on behalf of all participating agencies. Applicants can apply for the STEM Stream through one application and be considered for a STEM graduate position across many different agencies.

Areas you can work

Some of the work STEM graduates may be able to experience include:

  • Advancing women in STEM strategy
  • International and national space negotiations and agreements
  • Earth observations
  • Robotics
  • Neuromorphic engineering
  • Chemical and biological analysis
  • Electro technology
  • Genomics
  • Cyber security
  • Technology and programming
  • Software engineering
  • Geophysics
  • Spatial analysis
Diversity and inclusion

The Australian Government is committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, LGBTQI+ individuals, people from diverse cultural and language backgrounds, and mature-aged applicants.

If you have a disability and need support or reasonable adjustments during the application process, our team can provide confidential assistance.

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