Graduate Program 2026

Graduate Program 2026 - Growth & Development Graduate Kick-start your career
Gain hands-on experience, mentorship, grow your network, and develop your skills in a supportive environment.
20th August, 2025 What if your first job helped build a better, safer, smarter Australia?
At Standards Australia, we're not just watching change happen - we're driving it.
Every day, we set the standards that protect and empower Australians.
From cybersecurity and emerging technologies to environmental management, our work touches every industry, setting the standards that ensure things work the way they should.
Join us and help set the standard.As Australia's peak standards development body, we collaborate with experts, industry leaders, government, and communities to develop the systems behind the products and services we all rely on here and globally.About our Graduate ProgramOur Graduate Program provides hands-on experience through rotations across our core business functions.
You'll start in our Growth & Development team, then rotate through key departments (Standards Development, the Project Management Office, and Finance), before returning with fresh perspectives to the Growth & Development team and launching your career.
Along the way, you'll discover your strengths, broaden your skill set, and gain valuable insight into how standards contribute to keeping every Australian safe.What you'll doSupport the delivery of strategic and international projectsCoordinate engagement with industry, government, and international stakeholdersShadow managers to learn market research and gain real-world insightsWork on initiatives that blend commercial thinking with mission impact, including funding models and partnershipsBe part of business development efforts that strengthen Australia's influence and create new revenue opportunitiesContribute to the design of new services and offerings 20th August, 2025 What if your first job helped build a better, safer, smarter Australia?
At Standards Australia, we're not just watching change happen - we're driving it.
Every day, we set the standards that protect and empower Australians.
From cybersecurity and emerging technologies to environmental management, our work touches every industry, setting the standards that ensure things work the way they should.
Join us and help set the standard.As Australia's peak standards development body, we collaborate with experts, industry leaders, government, and communities to develop the systems behind the products and services we all rely on here and globally.About our Graduate ProgramOur Graduate Program provides hands-on experience through rotations across our core business functions.
You'll start in our Growth & Development team, then rotate through key departments (Standards Development, the Project Management Office, and Finance), before returning with fresh perspectives to the Growth & Development team and launching your career.
Along the way, you'll discover your strengths, broaden your skill set, and gain valuable insight into how standards contribute to keeping every Australian safe.What you'll doSupport the delivery of strategic and international projectsCoordinate engagement with industry, government, and international stakeholdersShadow managers to learn market research and gain real-world insightsWork on initiatives that blend commercial thinking with mission impact, including funding models and partnershipsBe part of business development efforts that strengthen Australia's influence and create new revenue opportunitiesContribute to the design of new services and offeringsWe are seeking individuals whoAre in their final year of study or have completed a degree within the past three yearsDemonstrate strong communication skills and thrive in team environmentsAre passionate about innovation and collaborationExhibit curiosity, adaptability, and initiative, with a positive, collaborative mindsetSome experience in either commercial strategy, policy, or international affairsGenuine interest in creating solutions that drive both public value and sustainable commercial outcomesWhat We OfferMentoring to guide you throughout the programA learning culture that encourages curiosity and growthRegular feedback to support your successAccess to professional training, networking and career development opportunitiesReady to Apply to our Program?
If you're excited to launch your career and help build a better Australia, we want to hear from you
Submit your Resume and Cover Letter telling us about you and why you want to join our Graduate Program.
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to participate in our interview process, including an Assessment Centre in October, which is designed to highlight your skills and help us get to know you.EligibilityApplicants must be an Australian Citizen/Permanent Resident or have legal rights to work in Australia.Standards Australia is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, inclusion and belonging.
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, culturally diverse communities, and LGBTQIA+ individuals.If you need adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact For Job