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Graduates

Bring your passion, drive, ideas, experiences and skills to a career in the South Australian public sector. Public sector agencies offer a range of graduate opportunities that can help you develop your skills, build professional networks and contribute to work that makes a difference for South Australia.
What does it mean to be a public sector graduate? 

Graduate programs and positions provide structured opportunities for university graduates to begin their careers and apply their qualifications in a professional environment. 

Opportunities may be available across disciplines including: 

  • information technology and cyber security 
  • finance, economics and accounting 
  • law and policy 
  • health and education 
  • engineering, infrastructure and planning 
  • human resources and employee relations 
  • work health and safety 
  • procurement 
  • environmental and scientific fields. 

Depending on the opportunity, a graduate program may include workplace rotations, mentoring, professional development, networking and practical experience across different areas of an agency.  

Public sector graduates are expected to uphold the Public Sector Values and adhere to the Code of Ethics for the South Australian public sector.  

Why work in the South Australian public sector? 

A public sector career provides opportunities to: 

  • contribute to social, economic and environmental outcomes for South Australia 
  • build a varied and meaningful career 
  • access professional learning and development 
  • consider flexible working arrangements where these are available for the role 
  • work in an inclusive environment that values diversity. 

Am I eligible? 

Eligibility requirements are specific to individual roles and agencies. 

Individual job advertisements will explain: 

  • the qualification level and field of study required 
  • whether applicants must have completed their qualification within a specified period 
  • whether applicants who are completing their qualification may apply 
  • whether postgraduate or vocational qualifications are accepted 
  • citizenship, residency or visa requirements 
  • any required employment screening, professional registration or other conditions. 

Read the relevant job advertisement and agency program information carefully before applying. 

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