One choice, endless opportunities.
The NSW Government Graduate Program gives you endless opportunities to shape and change the future state of NSW.
From day one, you’ll work on projects that make a positive difference to NSW, its people and communities.
With a competitive salary, extensive development, mentoring and networking activities and a permanent role upon completion of the program, make one choice for endless career opportunities with NSW Government.
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Program Information
Find out more about our award winning graduate program before you apply.
About the graduate program
What you’ll do, where you’ll work and who can apply for the NSW Government Graduate Program.
eastThe application process
Information about each stage of the application process from online application to offer.
eastVirtual internship program
Our virtual internship program gives students an “internship-like” experience...
eastMeet our graduates
Take an inside look at the experiences of our NSW Government graduates.
eastInformation for graduates with disability
We’re committed to providing more opportunities and welcoming more students...
eastInformation for Aboriginal graduates
We’re committed to growing career paths for Aboriginal students to join the NSW...
eastInformation for LGBTIQ+ graduates
We're committed to making sure our workplaces are safe, inclusive, and welcoming for everyone.
eastGender diversity in the graduate program
The Graduate Program is committed to supporting and implementing the priorities and actions identified in the NSW Women's Strategy 2023-2026...
eastGraduate program information sessions
The Premier's Department hosted an online virtual information session to give you the opportunity to find out more about the 2025 NSW Government Graduate Program...
eastOur award-winning program
In 2024 the NSW Government Graduate Program was ranked the most popular government and defence graduate employer in Australia for the sixth time.
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If you can’t find the answer to your question on this site, email the team on nswgraduateprogram@psc.nsw.gov.au.
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