As a Generalist Stream graduate, you will have the opportunity to work on contemporary policy and programs within the Australian Government. The work you do will influence important decisions, which may impact the everyday lives of many of your fellow Australians. You’ll offer advice, support and guidance on policies and see the direct impact it has on the public. The Australian Government Graduate Program Generalist Stream offers challenges in a flexible and fast-paced environment. We want you to be adaptable, positive, and willing to learn and innovate. You will be challenged in your way of thinking; make important contributions through the work you do and help deliver on our commitments as an organisation. Who can apply? The AGGP Generalist Stream provides graduates with a unique foundation to expand on existing capabilities and will assist to further develop skills and knowledge across the Australian Government. Graduates in the Generalist Stream have a range of degree disciplines. These include public policy, arts, sciences, humanities, law, international relations, media, communications, design, accounting, finance, etc. What is on offer? You will gain valuable skills and experience throughout the program, working alongside dedicated people to design, develop and deliver policies, programs and services that benefit all Australians. While each graduate placement can be slightly different, each program typically consists of: two to three work rotations formal targeted training on-the-job learning and development opportunities stakeholder engagement support from dedicated supervisors and buddies/mentors in most cases advancement to a higher classification/salary at the successful completion of the graduate year. What roles could you work in? Generalist Stream graduates work in a variety of roles across many different business areas that closely relate to the degree they have studied. Some of the work Generalist graduates could do to contribute to their organisation may include: undertaking a variety of tasks and activities within the business areas contributing to the team and organisation’s strategic goals undertaking analysis and research projects coordinating requests for information across business areas assisting with project/program management preparing briefing materials, submissions, reports or correspondence other generalist tasks as required and directly related to the agency/department. Hear why employees enjoy working with us
