Department of Defence

Graduates can bring their unique skills and experiences to make their mark in a world of opportunity at Defence. The Intelligence Pathway offers dynamic roles that influence planning, strategy, and operations across Defence. This pathway is designed for critical thinkers who thrive on solving complex problems and delivering actionable insights.

What You’ll Gain:

• Experience across key intelligence work areas to develop a diverse range of skills and experiences
• Mentorship from experienced intelligence specialists
• Opportunities to innovate, problem solve and work on initiatives contributing to National Security

All while in a supportive pathway designed to grow your career.

Scope of Opportunities

Defence offers graduates broad exposure across intelligence functions, including:

• Analytics: Transform data into strategic decisions.
• Geospatial Intelligence: Map and interpret the world for operational advantage.
• Legal (Non-Practicing): Apply legal expertise to intelligence frameworks and compliance.
• Corporate: Support governance, policy, and organisational intelligence functions.
• STEM: Innovate with science, technology, and engineering in intelligence contexts.
• Policy: Shape intelligence policy and contribute to national security strategies.

Eligibility

Applicants for the Intelligence Pathway must: 

• Be an Australian Citizen
• Have completed at minimum an Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) Level 7 qualification (a Bachelor Degree), or higher equivalent between 1 January 2023 and 31 December 2027.
• Be able to obtain and maintain a Positive Vetting security clearance.
• Successfully undertake additional intelligence suitability assessments.

Salary

All successful candidates will commence the Graduate Program on a salary of $81,868 plus 15.4% superannuation.

Upon successful completion of the program, including satisfying all training requirements, you will have the opportunity to progress to the base of the APS Level 5 classification, setting you up for a rewarding career in Defence. Defence’s generous remuneration package, flexibility and leave benefits contribute to a happy work/life balance. 

Location

Roles may be offered in Canberra, ACT. 

Duration

The Defence Graduate Program is a 12-month development opportunity designed to launch your career in the Australian Public Service (APS).