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Department of Industry, Science and Resources

We drive economic growth and job creation through innovation, investment, and policy development.

About us 

We at the Department of Industry, Science and Resources are responsible for supporting Australia’s economic transformation. 

We work to enhance competitiveness, promote renewable energy, and tackle climate change, all for the benefit of Australians. 

What we offer 

Our program provides full support to help you move from learning to professional success, guiding you into leadership roles. 

By joining us, you will have the opportunity to build valuable skills in key areas such as policy development, economic growth, and sustainability. Completing our program provides you with a solid foundation for a long-term career in the Australian Public Service (APS). 

We offer an inclusive environment where your contributions are valued, and mentorship is readily available to support your career growth. 

Locations 

We participate in a range of programs that are primarily located in Canberra, with additional opportunities available in Adelaide, Brisbane, Darwin, Hobart, Perth, Melbourne and Sydney. Relocation assistance may be available to successful candidates who live outside these cities. 

Find an opportunity with us 

Interested in shaping the future of Australia’s economy? Apply to our program to be considered for a role with the Department of Industry, Science and Resources, and other participating agencies and departments. 

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
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
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
Economist Stream
As an economist graduate, you'll work on economic and research based projects. You can also specialise in areas like government spending and financial policies, budget planning, both local and global…
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Trainee Apprentice & School Leavers
Digital Traineeship Program
As a digital trainee, you'll use your existing skills and learn new digital skills to assist agencies in improving services across the Australian Public Service.
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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
STEM Stream
As a STEM graduate, you'll work across multiple STEM fields and be a part of a collaborative environment.
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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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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
Indigenous Graduate Pathway
As an Indigenous graduate, you'll engage in projects from hands-on work to strategic initiatives.
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