NSW Government

Make an impact at scale  

Make a difference for communities across NSW. From day one you’ll contribute to work that helps make NSW a better place to live, work and visit.  With opportunities across multiple business areas, you’ll build transferable skills and broaden your experience.  More than 20 departments and agencies employ graduates through our program, helping develop the next generation of public sector leaders.  

Our award-winning program  

The NSW Government Graduate Program gives you a wide range of experiences. Our program suits driven, open-minded graduates.  The program is structured so you can spend time with your cohort, building a network of peers across the sector. You will have a dedicated mentor to support you for the length of the program.  You will do meaningful work on the job, plus complete a learning and development program tailored to your stream. 

Start your career with NSW's biggest employer 

Make a difference to your future state in NSW Government. From day one you’ll be working to make NSW a better place to live, work and visit. You’ll work in different business areas to develop a range of transferable skills.  Graduates in the NSW Government Graduate Program - Primary Stream can work in a range of areas, from analytics, finance, communications, policy and projects, and more. With three diverse rotations across NSW Government, you’ll explore different digital disciplines, discover your strengths, and build a versatile skillset  

What's in it for you? 

• Tailored learning and development delivered by UTS Business Futures 
• Competitive salary from day one - $87,199* plus the employer’s contribution to superannuation (12%) and annual leave loading. 
• Opportunity to work on meaningful projects 
• Support – buddy and mentor 
• Networking events with your graduate cohort  
• Work life balance   
• Roles available in Sydney Metro and Regional NSW  
• Gain ongoing (permanent) employment once you finish 

Join a diverse workforce 

We welcome and strongly encourage applicants of all ages, genders, ethnicities and cultural backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people from LGBTQIA+ communities, and those who are neurodivergent. Our graduate cohorts reflect the diversity of the community we serve. We are a Disability Confident Recruiter accredited by the Australian Disability Network. Our recruitment practices have been assessed to ensure we are adhering to best-practice inclusive recruitment.  

If you need any adjustments to support you during the recruitment process, please reach out to Hugh Mitchell on +61 2 9272 6069 or email GradAdjustments@premiersdepartment.nsw.gov.au. We are here to ensure you have an equitable and accessible experience. 

Eligibility 

To apply for the 2027 graduate program, you must: 

• hold a current visa or be in the process of obtaining a visa permitting you to work full-time in Australia for the 18-month duration of the program until 6 August 2027 
• complete your undergraduate or postgraduate degree between 1 June 2024 and 31 December 2026, including any work placements 
• be available to start full-time work on 1 February 2027. 

Visit our website for more information about the Primary Stream eligibility requirements: NSW Government Graduate Program. 

For more information read the full Role Description: Click here 

Apply 

If you’re inspired by the work we do and keen to make a real impact, we would be delighted to receive your application.  

Closing date: Wednesday 15 July 2026 (11:59AM AEST)