The number of available positions in the program varies year to year based on the needs of the ACT Government.

Yes, but you must be in your final year of university and be able to provide evidence of successful completion of your degree by 31 December 2026 to be eligible for employment in the 2027 ACT Public Service Graduate Program.

No, you don’t. As recent graduates, we understand that many applicants have not had work experience. When shortlisting, we do take into consideration relevant qualifications, skills, experience (whether that be volunteering experience, internships etc.) as part of the application assessment process.

Yes, we require a copy of your transcript upon application. We accept unofficial transcripts, but if you're successful in securing a graduate role, you'll be required to provide an official transcript.

If you need assistance or adjustments during the recruitment process, we will work with you to discuss support options available. There will be opportunities to provide information about your requirements during all stages of the process. You can reach out to our team at graduaterecruitment@act.gov.au.

We will let you know the outcome of your application via email.

One of the aims of the program is to provide graduates with broad exposure to the ACT Government and diversify your skillset. We best match your skills and qualifications to roles across the ACT Government.

Each graduate will have a unique experience in the program and the day-to-day tasks and activities will vary widely depending upon the directorate you are working in.

You can visit our 'Day in the Life' stories from our past graduates to understand more about what it is like being a graduate in the ACT Government.

The ACT Public Service Graduate Program commences in Canberra in February 2027.

ACT Government employees receive 4 weeks annual leave and 3.6 weeks of personal leave per year. For more information about other types of leave, read our Enterprise Agreements.

Each directorate has its own study support scheme providing varying levels of assistance in the form of paid and unpaid leave and financial support. Staff under probation cannot usually access study schemes, so if you are interested in applying, you will need to wait until you have successfully completed the graduate program.

The probation period is the full 10 months of the program from February to November 2027.

We can provide relocation assistance. Information on the relocation reimbursement policy can be found in the Enterprise Agreements.

For more information contact the ACT Public Service Graduate recruitment team at graduaterecruitment@act.gov.au.