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Office of National Intelligence

We lead Australia’s intelligence community to protect Australia from evolving threats and advance national security and prosperity.

About us 

We at the Office of National Intelligence lead Australia’s National Intelligence Community, produce all-source intelligence assessments, and manage open-source intelligence collection and analysis. 

We work to provide the Government with critical decision-making advantages by offering assessments on political, strategic, and economic issues. 

What we offer 

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

By joining us, you will gain unique opportunities for hands-on training, leadership development, and career growth in intelligence and national security. You will strengthen your skills through exposure to a broad range of high impact work and collaborate with some of the nation’s most talented and dedicated professionals. 

Completing our program will provide you with valuable experience in a challenging and rewarding field, laying the groundwork for a successful career in our department or within the Australian Public Service (APS). We offer an inclusive and flexible work environment that supports professional development. 

Locations 

We have programs that are primarily based in Canberra. Relocation assistance is provided for successful candidates who need to move for their role. 

Find an opportunity with us 

Interested in making a direct impact on national security and advancing Australia’s intelligence capabilities? Apply to one or more of the programs below to be considered for a role with the Office of National Intelligence, and other participating agencies or departments. 

Graduates
As a digital graduate, you'll develop valuable digital skills in technical problem solving, analytics, digital design or development.
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Trainee Apprentice & School Leavers
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
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
As an Intelligence Stream graduate, you have the opportunity to work on topics that matter. The work you do will influence important decisions to shape the future of intelligence, which may impact…
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Trainee Apprentice & School Leavers
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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