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Policy Futures graduate program

Policy Futures graduate program

Join our award-winning graduate program and discover where a career in public policy could take you!

As a Policy Futures graduate, you will tackle complex policy issues and help create a better Queensland.

Salary: Starting at $73,997 per annum

Location: Brisbane

Program title: Policy Futures graduate program

Department name (if applicable): N/A

Applications open: March 2025

Location: Brisbane

Program begins: Early February 2026

Program length: 2 years

Overview:

Join our award-winning two-year graduate program and discover where a career in public policy could take you.

As a Policy Futures graduate, you will get to explore a wide range of opportunities to find your purpose, unleash your potential and create a better Queensland. You will experience three rotations across Queensland Government, gaining exposure to diverse and complex policy environments. You will be free to explore your interests and learn from experts in the field.

During the program, you will participate in a structured learning and development program, ensuring you have the skills and tools to tackle any policy issue that gets thrown your way.

Our learning and development program is broken up into 6 capability areas, including:

  • communication
  • policy and legislation
  • stakeholder engagement
  • strategy and analysis
  • governance and accountability
  • personal development.

Your work can impact how health, education, transport, infrastructure, police and emergency services impact and benefit Queenslanders—you’ll be at the forefront of creating real change for Queensland Communities.

Who we’re looking for:

Public Policy itself is broad and covers everything from Great Barrier Reef protection, regional economic development, housing and homelessness to passenger transport and everything in between. Policy requires input from all degrees and disciplines, so whatever you studied⁠—from law to economics, creative industries to social work⁠—your skills and experience will be valued.

Some of our past graduates have backgrounds in counter terrorism, mathematics, social sciences, law, public health and economics, just to name a few.

We would love to hear from you if you:

  • are a collaborative team player
  • have strong communication skills
  • are passionate about our community
  • are adaptable and resilient
  • have a passion for learning and a desire to continuously improve.

Program eligibility:

  • Graduation cut-off: Between 31 October 2023 and 31 January 2026
  • have a university undergraduate or postgraduate degree in a discipline listed above
  • Be willing to relocate to Brisbane for the 2-year program, if successful. Graduate placements are based in Brisbane City, but you may be required to undertake placements in the Greater Brisbane Region and Ipswich.

Program remuneration and benefits:

  • Annual salary starting at $73,997
  • 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
  • 17.5% holiday bonus pay
  • cultural leave
  • flexible work arrangements
  • generous leave entitlements
  • salary packaging options
  • programs that support a healthy work environment
  • opportunities for professional development, networking and career progression
  • employment security

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