DEEWR Government Graduate Jobs
About DEEWR
The Department of Education, Employment and Workplace Relations (DEEWR) has a broad portfolio that is focused on building a socially inclusive Australia and having a positive impact on the lives of all Australians, through early childhood, schooling, universities, training and skills, employment participation, workplace relations, youth and Indigenous. DEEWR's vision is to create a productive and inclusive Australia.
DEEWR prides itself on being an agile organisation, promoting the Australian Public Service's philosophy, one APS career thousands of opportunities. We have approximately 6000 staff in over 50 locations in Australia and 26 locations overseas; with approximately 75% of employees located in the National Office in Canberra. Our employees are involved in developing policy, delivering programs and services, providing information and guidance, and advising the government.
What do we offer...
- Ongoing learning and professional development opportunities
- A competitive remuneration package
- Relocation assistance
- Ongoing employment upon successful completion of the program
- A broad range of experiences across a number of different areas within the department
Eligibility
Applicants must have completed, or be due to complete an undergraduate degree by the end of the 2010 academic year.
Applicants should also be Australian citizens, although special consideration can be given to Permanent Residents in the process of being granted Australian citizenship.
Do you want to...
- Be involved in delivering programs and developing policies on a National scale?
- Build your networks with people who are involved in leading reform today that is shaping Australia's future?
- Work at the heart of the Government reform agenda and make a real difference?
- Feel like you are investing in not only your future, but the future of Australia in a department that wants to invest in you?
Who we are looking for...
DEEWR is seeking graduates who are:
- Committed to creating positive working environments
- Honest and truthful in their interactions with others
- Capable of delivering high quality performance
- Collaborative in their approach
- Able to build consultative and inclusive relationships
- Committed to finding creative and practical solutions
- Agile and responsive to changing needs
- Ready to use their experience and determined to deliver results
Position locations
We offer positions in the majority of our business groups and networks, with the majority of positions being available in the Canberra National Office.
Further Information
For further information visit graduates.deewr.gov.au or email graduates@deewr.gov.au.
What being a DEEWR Generalist Graduate involves
As a generalist graduate you will have opportunities to broaden your skills and gain experience across a variety of areas.
Successful applicants will be involved in building networks for an exciting and diverse career in the public service, while gaining knowledge in DEEWR's program's and policies.
As a DEEWR graduate, you will be investing in not only your future, but the future of Australia in a Department that wants to invest in you.
You will be involved in a 10 month program that will contribute to your personal development and career growth through participating in up to three rotations. You will also have access to intensive learning, support, training and development, flexible working arrangements and an attractive remuneration package.
Application Information
Applications for the 2011 Graduate Program will be opening
9:00am (AESDT) 12 March 2010 and will close 5:00pm (AEST) 27 April 2010.
In the meantime, if you would like to put forward an expression of interest to apply for the graduate program, click here to enrol in the DEEWR 2011 Graduate Program Register.
Further Information
For further information visit graduates.deewr.gov.au or email graduates@deewr.gov.au.
Can I apply for more than one stream??
Applicants are encouraged to apply for as many streams as they are eligible for. DEEWR has opportunities for degree holders in the following areas:
To find out more about the career opportunities that are relevant to your qualifications, please visit the DEEWR website.
DEEWR Expression of Interest
DEEWR Government applications are currently closed, however you can express interest in them here and we will notify you of any changes.
