About the program
This program runs over 12 months and focuses on developing graduate skills, capabilities and knowledge within DPS to set you up for a successful career. You will join a diverse workforce of passionate and experienced professionals who will guide and develop you during and after the program.
DPS graduates begin at the Parliamentary Service Level 3 (PSL3) classification. Upon successful completion of the program, graduates advance to the base of the Parliamentary Service Level 4 (PSL4) classification. In cases of exceptional performance and suitability, candidates may also be considered for roles at the Parliamentary Service Level 5 (PSL5) classification.
As a graduate, you will benefit from:
- three unique and exciting rotations tailored to your skills and interests. This will give you experience in the variety of work areas and capabilities within DPS.
- an engaging, tailored learning and development program designed to build your skills and experience across the Parliamentary Service.
- opportunities for external rotations with other Parliamentary Departments.
- an assigned ‘buddy’, to help provide insight, advice and guidance.
- networking activities and events.
- a dedicated Entry Level Programs team to provide mentoring, guidance and support throughout your program.
- upon successful completion of the program, you will have a permanent role that aligns to your skills, qualifications and interests.
If this sounds interesting, you can find out more from some of our
current graduates.
Who we are looking for
Your qualifications don’t define your career at our department. DPS welcomes applications from graduates who have completed an undergraduate degree or higher in any discipline by the time the program commences.
To excel as a DPS Graduate, you will be motivated, innovative, collaborative and enjoy problem- solving. To be a strong contender, you will demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and operate with respect, integrity and ethical behaviour. You will also be able to provide high quality customer service and be flexible and adaptable to changing priorities.
We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that ensures all our people can contribute to our shared purpose. We encourage applications from:
- Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
- people with disability
- people with caring responsibilities
- people who identify as LGBTQIA+
- people from cultural and linguistically diverse backgrounds
- people who identify as neurodivergent
- mature aged people.
Eligibility requirements
To be eligible for the program, applicants must have completed or will complete an undergraduate degree or higher in the past three years by the commencement of the program.
Employment opportunities at DPS are also subject to a range of conditions prescribed in the Parliamentary Service Act 1999, including:
- Australian citizenship
- the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance
- the successful completion of a police check
- the successful completion of a pre-employment medical assessment.
Employees of DPS are required to, and to be able to be seen to provide professional advice and services to all Senators and Members without favour or prejudice.
How to apply
Applications for our Graduate Program are not currently open. Please keep an eye on the DPS Careers Portal for more information.
Who to contact
For more information about the program, contact the Employment Pathways by emailing employmentprograms@aph.gov.au or phoning (02) 6277 5200.