The Digital Graduate Program offers recent graduates the opportunity to get a head start on their career. This award-winning program is considered one of the best graduate programs in Australia. The Queensland Government is one of the largest, flexible, career progressive and stable employers in Queensland
Our graduates:
contribute to a digital Queensland while working on exciting and innovative digital and IT projects
help us deliver public services like health, education, transport, infrastructure, police and emergency services.
Queensland Government Digital Graduate Program 2024 cohort with Digital Graduate Team - Hindun Hamilton and Debby Ramsay.
Recent graduates can apply to enter the program on a 2-year paid placement in digital technology or customer support roles with the Queensland Government.
The digital graduate roles are primarily based in Brisbane. The program officially launches in March each year, however some of our digital graduates start earlier depending on the business needs of their Queensland Government home agency.
We expect you to come with some knowledge from university but will teach you about government and help you develop the soft skills required to succeed.
We provide graduates with support and professional development to give them the tools and confidence to transition from digital graduates to digital professionals.
As one of the largest employers in the state, the Queensland Government provides graduates the opportunity to tailor their career development and enhance their career opportunities.
We offer:
a starting salary of $68,414 per annum plus superannuation and temporary 2-year contract
flexible work-life balance opportunities, with a 36.25 hour working week
generous leave provisions and salary packaging
a structured 2-year leadership development program
career development guidance and a supportive graduate team
access to networking opportunities and social events
a mentor and connection to a supportive graduate cohort
a wide variety of digital graduate roles to choose from.
Career progression
Due to their experience and training, our graduates can progress their careers very quickly. Eighty-seven percent of graduates completing the program stay on to be employed by the Queensland Government post-program. Our graduates' salaries can increase up to $22,000 or more after completing the 2-year program.
"Embarking on my career journey as a graduate has proven to be an invaluable experience, affording me the opportunity to learn and contribute within a supportive environment. I am particularly grateful for the mentorship and assistance provided by both my immediate team and the Digital Graduate Program, which have been instrumental in my journey thus far."
Graduates may receive an offer of employment from one or more agencies or departments. The nature of work may vary depending on the employer. Graduates receive opportunities to work on different projects and in different roles, travel, and progress their careers through our learning and development programs.
