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Australian Electoral Commission

We are responsible for conducting federal elections and ensuring all Australians can vote fairly and accurately.

About us

We at the Australian Electoral Commission run federal elections, making sure they are fair and accurate. We also handle other voting events like referendums and by-elections. 

We protect democracy in Australia by providing clear and truthful information about elections.

What we offer

Our program offers a move from education into a rewarding career, supporting you into leadership roles. 

By joining us, you’ll rotate through different areas, learning new skills and gaining valuable experience. Completing our program will give you the training and support you need to grow, helping you develop the knowledge you need to succeed in your career in the Australian Public Service (APS).

We offer a dynamic and inclusive work environment where diversity is valued, supporting you through career growth. 

Locations

We participate in a range of programs that are located in the National Office in Canberra. Relocation assistance may be provided to successful candidates. 

Find an opportunity with us

Interested in working in a high-impact role upholding democracy? Apply to one or more of the programs below to be considered for a role with the Australian Electoral Commission, and other participating agencies or departments.
 

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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Graduates
Digital Stream
As a digital graduate, you'll develop valuable digital skills in technical problem solving, analytics, digital design or development.
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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
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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Trainee Apprentice & School Leavers
Australian Government School Leaver Program
As a school leaver program participant, you’ll build skills on the job at one of the many Australian Government departments and agencies participating in the program.
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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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