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Attorney-General's Department

We support Australia's legal and policy frameworks to ensure a just and secure society.

About us

We at the Attorney-General's Department engage in a wide range of legal and policy work that impacts all Australians. Our projects focus on law, justice, security, and integrity, and we strive for continuous improvement as both a government agency and an employer. 

We provide essential legal services, including advice and representation through the Australian Government Solicitor.

What we offer

Our program will guide you from school to a career, giving you the skills you need to succeed in leadership roles.

By joining us, you will engage in high-impact projects, receive extensive training and development opportunities that will enhance your professional skills and prepare you for a successful career within the Australian Public Service (APS).

We are committed to an inclusive and supportive environment that encourages personal and professional growth.

Locations

We participate in a range of programs that are primarily based in Canberra, with potential opportunities in Melbourne or Sydney for the Australian Government Solicitor. Relocation assistance is available for candidates who need to move to Canberra.

Find an opportunity with us

Interested in working on high-impact legal and policy projects? Apply to one or more of the programs below to be considered for a role with the Attorney-General’s Department, and other participating agencies or departments. 

Trainee Apprentice & School Leavers
Data and Digital Cadet Program
As a Data and Digital Cadet Program, you'll use what you learn at university in real-world projects, making a difference for the Australian community.
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Graduates
Legal stream
As a Legal graduate, you’ll have the opportunity to work across areas of law like legal policy, policy advice, statutory interpretation, freedom of information, corporate and commercial law or…
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Cadets
Australian Science Policy Fellowship Program
As an Australian Science Policy Fellowship Program participant, you'll bring your scientific expertise into government processes and policy making.
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Graduates
Generalist Stream
As a generalist graduate, you'll support, provide advice and guidance on policies and programs that influence important decisions. You can also work in business areas like analysis, research, project…
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Graduates
Human Resource (HR) Stream
As a HR graduate, you'll contribute to people centric and human resource functions from, recruitment to human resource policy. You can also specialise in areas like learning and development,…
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Graduates
Data Stream
As a data graduate, you'll manage every step of the data process, from surveys to analysis. You can also specialise in areas like data science, geospatial analysis, or data management.
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Graduates
Indigenous Graduate Pathway
As an Indigenous graduate, you'll engage in projects from hands-on work to strategic initiatives.
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Graduates
Accounting and Financial Management Stream
As an Accounting and Financial Management graduate, you'll work on impactful projects, collaborate in teams, and enhance your professional and technical skills while aiding the Australian Government…
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