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Position Description

Our award-winning Australian Taxation Office (ATO) Graduate Program offers opportunities for graduates from various fields including data, IT, accounting, commerce, law, design, HR, and communications. Graduates can be part of a team that combats crime and fraud, creates and delivers programs to support the community, and protects the data of millions of people.

You’ll have five careers in your life. The ATO could give you, well, all of them! With so many different careers at the ATO, the possibilities are endless. Maybe you’re interested in building cutting-edge systems or influencing policy. Or maybe designing solutions to turn problems upside down is more your style. Great news is, in the graduate program, job rotations, allow you to explore different areas so, you can discover where you want your career to take you.

Haven’t finished your degree? No worries – our University Paid Internship Program could be for you.

What we offer 

• a full-time, 12-month, award-winning graduate program
• a competitive starting salary $72,951 (plus 15.4% super) with a guaranteed pay rise to $81,265, plus 15.4% super, after completing the program
• tailored training and mentoring from subject matter experts to enable you to reach your full potential
• job rotations so you can explore different areas and discover where you want your career to take you
• endless opportunities for career progression
• work-life balance with generous leave, flexible hours and working arrangements. Plus, you’ll get support for your physical and mental health so you can be your best
• offices in almost every state and territory, including regional areas.

What you’ll do   

Shine in design

The design stream offers much more than just graphic design work. It’s an opportunity to use design and behavioural insights to solve complex problems that make a meaningful impact on the Australian community.

As a design graduate, you’ll be part of a globally recognised, leading design capability. 

Our program offers an opportunity for you to contribute to the development of user-focused products and services, using robust design tools. 

You could:    

• deliver a range of design services through design thinking and apply design principles to achieve outcomes
• provide sound advice and recommendations supporting business decisions
• build and maintain relationships with stakeholders to contribute to the delivery of tailored business outcomes.

Who you are  

We’re looking for people with curious minds, who can demonstrate a passion for Australian Government initiatives. If you enjoy outside the box thinking, sharing ideas and building relationships, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. 

Who can apply

You can apply for our graduate program if you are an Australian citizen and either:

• completed your university degree within the last 5 years (1 January 2021 to 31 December 2025)
• are in your final year of study.

Next steps    

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