Eligibility criteria 

To be eligible for the HR Stream in the Australian Government Graduate Program (AGGP), you must submit your application with evidence of the following: 

• Be an Australian citizen at the time of application.
• Have completed an Australian Qualifications Framework Level 7 (bachelors degree) or higher in HR or a related discipline such as Business, Psychology, Psychological Science, Commerce, Arts, or Education.
• Have completed your most recent eligible qualification between 1 January 2022 and 31 December 2026.
• Be able to obtain and maintain a valid Australian Government security clearance if required. For more information, refer to the Australian Government Security Vetting Agency (AGSVA).
• Be willing to undergo any police, character, health, or other checks required.  

Skills you need

To be suitable for a HR Stream Graduate role, you should have most or all of the following skills: 

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build positive working relationships.
• Willingness to learn and adapt.

Benefits 

As a graduate with the Australian Government, you will work in a professional and respectful environment that supports collaboration and public service values.

Working with the Australian Government offers excellent benefits, including: 

• A salary starting from $74,000 to $89,000, depending on placement agency.
• Generous superannuation contributions of 15.4%.
• Australian Public Service (APS) employment conditions.
• Access to standard APS leave entitlements.
• 12-month Australian Human Resources Institute (AHRI) membership and mentoring program.
• Access to APS HR Professional Stream Network.

Locations

Most positions are located in Canberra. A limited number of positions may be available in Adelaide, Brisbane, Geelong, Hobart, Melbourne, Perth, Sydney, and Townsville 

Relocation assistance may be available for successful candidates. 

What to expect in this program 

As a HR graduate, you will apply your studies in a professional APS environment and develop through real work and on the job learning. 

During this program, you can expect: 

• Practical, hands-on HR experience in your agency.
• Specialised learning and development designed and delivered by HR experts.
• Support and guidance from the Australian Government HR Programs team.  
• Opportunities to build professional networks with HR graduates and leaders across the APS.