Bureau of Meteorology
Graduate Meteorology Program
- 10 month training program to become a weather forecaster
- Obtain an accredited Graduate Diploma in Meteorology
- Build a rewarding career with excellent career progression
Want a Fantastic Career as a Weather Forecaster?
Gathering weather data on a tiny island; urgently preparing cyclone warnings; researching climate change – these are just some of the fascinating occupations open to you at the Bureau of Meteorology when you complete a graduate meteorology program with us.
About our Graduate Meteorology Program
Our Graduate Meteorology program comprises a 10 month specialised training program conducted in Melbourne.
Our meteorology training course is highly regarded and upon completing the training, you will be awarded a Graduate Diploma in Meteorology and transfer to one of our Forecasting Centres located in capital cities across Australia to work as a weather forecaster. You could even end up specialising in some fascinating fields such as severe weather, tropical meteorology, thunderstorms, aviation and climatology to name a few.
Our Benefits
Look forward to a salary of $47,613 whilst training, an advance in salary when you successfully complete your training, and comprehensive relocation assistance if you need to relocate to Melbourne for training, or to transfer to your posting location after training.
We offer a stimulating and innovative training environment and you’ll join a great team people who love what they do. Don’t miss this chance to join the Bureau and make the most of your career.
How to Apply
Eligibility
- You need a Bachelor degree or higher, majoring in a physical science, meteorology or mathematics, with maths and physics to second-year university level.
- Graduates about to complete their degree are welcome to apply.
- Applicants must have citizenship or be a permanent resident.
Application Details
- Applications must be lodged online. To apply visit the Graduate Meteorology vacancy on our website.
- When applying online, applicants will need to upload a CV, scanned copies of academic transcripts and submit a response to the selection criteria.
- Previous applicants from our May/June 2010 advertisement will be considered and do not need to re-apply.
Further Information
To find our more about our Graduate Meteorology positions, view the selection criteria and apply online visit the Graduate Meteorology vacancy on our website.
Questions?
Contact our Recruitment Unit Tel: (03) 9669 4401 or email graduatemets@bom.gov.au