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What we provide 

• a full-time, 12-month, award-winning graduate program
• a competitive starting salary of $70,280 (plus 15.4% super) as an APS3
• an excellent social and networking base with fellow graduates
• inspiring work rotations to develop your skills and explore different areas of interest
• work-life balance including flexible working from home arrangements and generous leave entitlements
• career progression to a permanent APS 4 level role of more than $86,800 ($75,279 plus 15.4% super), relevant to your stream, when you complete the program.

What you’ll do   

At the ATO, we take pride in being a data-driven organisation as we continue to use data in smarter ways to improve decisions and our services – and we want you to be a part of our pioneering approach. Your work will optimise services that in turn help your community.  

You’ll be part of a globally recognised, leading data capability. Your work will contribute to our design solutions that turn problems upside down and build cutting-edge systems. You could:   

• develop models to understand risk and opportunity by applying the latest techniques
• use analytics and leverage data to provide valuable analysis and insights
• design the system around verifiable data and manage data through its lifecycle, from creation, to discovery, to matching
• manage external strategic data relationships and provide advice on governance, ethics, and best practice.

You’ll receive tailored training and mentoring from subject matter experts to enable you to reach your full potential.    

Who you are  

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

Who can register

To be eligible to register, you must have completed your university degree within the last five years or be in your final year of study. At the time of commencing our program, you must have completed all your course requirements.  

The program starts in February 2026. You must be an Australian citizen and willing to undergo police, character and health checks as required.

Next steps    

If this sounds like the perfect opportunity to you, we encourage you to register your interest today.