Eligibility criteria 

To be eligible for the Economist Stream in the Australian Government Graduate Program (AGGP), you must: 

• Be an Australian citizen at the time of application. 
• Hold or be completing a bachelor’s degree in Economics or Econometrics, or any bachelor’s degree with a major or minor in Economics, by 31 December 2025. 
• Have completed your most recent degree between 1 January 2021 and 31 December 2025. 
• Be willing to undergo police, character, health, or other checks as needed. 
• Be able to obtain and maintain a valid Australian Government security clearance.  

What skills do you need? 

To be successful in the Economist Stream, you should: 

• Have a strong interest in economic research and policy development and analysis. 
• Be ready to work on policy issues that impact the community. 
• Be eager to understand Australian and international economic issues, and changes in the economic environment. 

Benefits 

As an Economist graduate, you will benefit from: 

• Real-time experience in economic modelling and forecasting. 
• Opportunities to analyse key economic areas such as financial and labour markets. 
• Involvement in policy research and the development of new policies. 
• Competitive salary with excellent superannuation. 
• Flexible work arrangements and support from your supervisor. 
• Graduate networking opportunities. 
• On-the-job learning and comprehensive induction with your placement agency. 
• Career progression and opportunities for salary advancement. 

Locations

While most economist graduate positions are in Canberra, there will opportunities for placement in other capital cities across Australia, such as Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Canberra depending on the agency you are matched with.

Relocation assistance may be provided by placement agencies as per their internal policies. 

What to expect in this program 

You can look forward to: 

• Working on projects that shape economic policies. 
• Support and guidance from experienced supervisors. 
• Training and on-the-job learning to grow your skills. 

Areas you can work in

Roles may include: 

• Economic modelling and forecasting - using tools and methods to analyse data. 
• Policy research and development - contributing to the design and implementation of new policies. 
• Market analysis - studying financial and labour markets to offer insights. 

Diversity and inclusion

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, individuals with disabilities, LGBTQI+ individuals, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse communities. 

We offer reasonable adjustments throughout the selection process. If you indicate on your application form that you require an adjustment, we will contact you to discuss your needs.