This vacancy is only open to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants. This initiative helps to increase the number of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people employed in the APS, to better reflect the diversity of the Australian community. The key duties of the position include We are seeking motivated school leavers to join our 2026 School Leaver Program. Our 12-month full time program provides an entry pathway for recent school leavers to start their career in Government. Program participants will perform a range of duties through the program with the support and guidance of senior employees in a variety of roles such as administration, client engagement and information technology. Participants will receive a full time ongoing position with structured on-the-job and corporate training, and will be supported to undertake a certificate III qualification in IT or Business. You will be placed in a supportive team environment with an inclusive and diverse workplace culture, a competitive APS 1 starting salary of $56,681 with advancement to APS 2 ($66,274) on successful completion of the program. Roles may be offered in Adelaide, Albury, Box Hill (VIC), Brisbane CBD, Canberra, Geelong, Hobart, Melbourne CBD, Parramatta, Penrith, Perth and Wollongong with successful applicants commencing the program in February 2026. For more information visit The ATO School Leaver Program .
