Eligibility criteria 

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

• Have completed an Australian Qualifications Framework Level 7 qualification (a Bachelor degree), or higher equivalent by 31 December 2026. Relevant degrees are from the science, technology, engineering, or mathematics fields.
• Have completed your most recent eligible qualification between 1 January 2022 to 31 December 2026.
• Be an Australian citizen at the time of application.
• Be able to obtain and maintain a valid Australian Government security clearance, when 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 STEM Graduate role, you should have most or all of the following skills: 

• Proficient communication and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to learn and grow.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Benefits 

As a graduate within the Australian Government, you'll work on projects that contribute to meaningful initiatives. 

Working with the Australian Government offers excellent benefits, including: 

• A salary starting from $78,770 to $85,027, depending on placement agency.
• Generous superannuation contributions of 15.4%.
• Australian Public Service (APS) employment conditions.
• Access to standard APS leave entitlements.
• A workplace committed to inclusion and diversity.

Locations

Most positions are based in Canberra. A limited number of positions may be available across Australia. 

Roles are full-time, with potential for flexible work arrangements depending on your placement agency. Relocation assistance may be available depending on your placement agency.   

What to expect in this program 

Managed by the Department of Industry, Science, and Resources (DISR), the STEM Stream recruits graduates across a range of Australian Government and Commonwealth agencies. 

During this program, you can expect:

• Work on diverse and innovative STEM strategy.
• Build you capability through exposure to complex, meaningful work.
• Connect with other graduates and experienced professionals, including senior STEM leaders from across government.
• Develop transferable skills such as communication, collaboration, research, and analysis in a professional, supportive environment.
• Explore different career pathways within the APS. 

Areas you can work in

• Advancing women in STEM strategy.
• International and national space negotiations and agreements.
• Earth observations.
• Robotics.
• Neuromorphic engineering.
• Chemical and biological analysis.
• Electro technology.
• Genomics.
• Cyber security.
• Technology and programming.
• Software engineering.
• Geophysics.
• Spatial analysis.  

Diversity and inclusion

We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, LGBTQI+ individuals, people from diverse cultural and language backgrounds, and mature-aged applicants. 

The Australian Government is committed to diversity and inclusion. If you have a disability and need support or reasonable adjustments during the application process, our team can provide confidential assistance.