Department of Employment and Workplace Relations (DEWR)
2023 Graduate Program - Register of Interest (Jan 2023)
Canberra
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Opportunity details
- Graduate Job or Program
- AUD 67,828 - 73,783 / Year
- AUD 67,828 - 73,783
- 100-140 vacancies
- Apply by 31 May 2022
- Start date 29 Jan 2023 - 24 Feb 2023
At DESE we make a difference โ starting with you
Creating opportunities through education, skills and employment is at the heart of our departmentโs purpose. We seek to attract enthusiastic and motivated people who are passionate and want to make a difference to the lives of all Australians. Education and jobs are central to Australiaโs COVID-19 recovery and the department has a big program of work to deliver. We are encouraging applications from people with a broad range of skills.
Our graduate program is a great way for you to transition from education to employment. We know firsthand the significance of this milestone and youโll find our graduate program connects you to friendly, experienced professionals who will help you apply your skills and knowledge as you start your career pathway and find ways to use your degree in ways you never imagined!
Join us as we work to implement transformative government policies and programs and draw on the best research and evidence to improve education and employment outcomes for Australians.
DESE Graduate Program
The department offers a 10-month graduate, starting in February each year, and concluding in December of the same year. New and recent graduates with Higher Education (university) qualifications are encouraged to apply.
Located in Canberra, the program offers:
- two diverse work placements which provide the opportunity to work on a variety of programs and policies developed and implemented by the department
- a supportive, inclusive and flexible working environment
- on-the-job experience including the opportunity to work and learn from subject matter experts
- a formal learning and development program including a Graduate Certificate in Public Administration*
- various opportunities to be involved in a wide range of networks, social and fundraising events.
When you join the Program you also get:
- relocation assistance to move to Canberra
- permanent ongoing employment in the Australian Public Service
- career progression from APS level 3.1 to APS Level 4.1 on successful completion of the program
- excellent employment conditions with competitive remuneration, superannuation and employee entitlements
- an Employee Assistance Program for wellbeing and career support
- a dedicated Graduate Sponsor passionate about seeing you thrive.
Most importantly, you will contribute to work that makes a difference and allows you to use your degree in ways you never imagined!
Who we are looking for
Our work is broad and requires people with all types of qualifications therefore we are focused on attracting graduates from a range of disciplines
Not only are we looking for strategic, fresh-thinking, innovative and high performing graduates, but also, weโre looking for graduates that are enthusiastic, motivated and open to learning. Additionally, flexibility and interpersonal skills are key attributes that will help you be successful in your graduate year and beyond as you apply your degree in ways you never imagined!
Career prospects
Successfully completing our Program will help you apply your skills and build on your experience for a fulfilling career at DESE or across the Australian Public Service (APS).
You will emerge from the program as a strategic and innovative thinker with a comprehensive understanding of how government policies are developed, and programs implemented. You will also develop excellent communication skills, problem solving, stakeholder engagement, and research capabilities. These transferable skills will be invaluable whether you wish to remain in the public service or move into a different employment.
The department offers excellent employment conditions with competitive remuneration, superannuation and employee entitlements. Graduates commence at APS level 3.1 and will be advanced to APS level 4.1 following successful completion of the program. Information relating to salaries is set out in our Enterprise Agreement and Determination. Departmental staff have access to a wide range of allowances and many different forms of leave, also available in our Enterprise Agreement and Determination. A copy is available on our website.
For more information visit the DESE website or read the FAQs.
Hiring criteria
- No experience required
- Australian Citizen
- Business & Management +more
- Bachelor or higher
About the employer
Department of Employment and Workplace Relations (DEWR)
4.0
1,000 - 50,000 employees
Government & Public Service
Our purpose at DEWR is to support people to have safe, secure and well-paid work with the skills for a sustainable future.
Pros and cons of working at Department of Employment and Workplace Relations (DEWR)
Pros
I still access to flex hours... work between the hours of 7am-7pm if needed on an ad hoc basis, along with working from home one day a week.
Seeing the direct positive impact my work has done in improving the lives of people.
In the right areas - everyone is incredibly genuine and helpful. There is a real camaraderie and team spirit to achieve a collective goal.
It is expected that graduates will move from APS levels 3 to 5 during the year-long program with opportunities to progress to level 6.
$500 for 'health purchases' (unmonitored) is nice.
Cons
Government administration can be terribly slow and painful to deal with. Red tape is a big problem.
Sometimes ridiculous expectations that we should be on-call on weekends or nights when work gets busy.
We are no longer given the opportunity to study a graduate diploma in public administration at University.
Colleague socialisation exists but is limited outside of among the graduate cohort.
Very lengthy, tedious, and bureaucratic... the hoops to jump through and requirements were very demoralising.