Eligibility criteria
To be eligible for the STEM Stream in the Australian Government Graduate Program (AGGP), you must:
- Be an Australian citizen at the time of application.
- Have completed a minimum three-year undergraduate degree in a STEM field within the last five years.
- Have completed or be finishing an undergraduate degree or higher by 31 December 2025.
- Be able to obtain and maintain a valid Australian Government security clearance.
- 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 skills
- Problem-solving skills
- A willingness to learn and grow
- Teamwork and collaboration skills
- Research and analysis skills
- Adaptability
- Ability to show initiative and judgement
Benefits
As a graduate in the STEM Stream, you'll work on meaningful projects that have a real impact on Australia’s future. You'll gain experience across different STEM areas while contributing to important initiatives.
Working with the Australian Government offers great benefits, including:
- Workplace rotations to help you gain experience in diverse roles
- Structured learning and development opportunities
- Networking events
- Exposure to senior executives and STEM-specific events
- Competitive salary and flexible work options
Locations
Most roles within the STEM Stream are based in Canberra, with some opportunities available across Australia, depending on the agency you are matched with. Relocation assistance may be available through some agencies.
Roles are full-time, with potential for flexible work arrangements depending on your placement agency.
What to expect in this program
STEM graduates will:
- Work on real projects across different Australian Public Service (APS) departments
- Participate in work rotations to gain experience in diverse roles
- Experience a rewarding career within science, technology, engineering or mathematics
- Meet senior STEM leaders from across the APS
- Participate in unique STEM experiences and networking opportunities
The STEM Stream is lead by Department of Industry, Science and Resources on behalf of all participating agencies. Applicants can apply for the STEM Stream through one application and be considered for a STEM graduate position across many different agencies.
Areas you can work
Some of the work STEM graduates may be able to experience include:
- 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
The Australian Government is committed to 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.
If you have a disability and need support or reasonable adjustments during the application process, our team can provide confidential assistance.
Application Process
Initial application
Submit your application along with your resume, academic transcript, and proof of Australian citizenship. During this stage, you will also indicate your agency and location preferences.
Assessment
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to participate in further assessments, which may include scenario-based assessments, panel interviews, and other tasks.
Matching and offers
If successful at the assessment stage, you will be placed in a merit pool. Your preferences, experience, and location will be used to match you with a suitable agency. Once matched, the agency will contact you to discuss your interest in working with them.