Graduate pathways

The Defence Graduate Program offers four pathways tailored to graduate areas of interest and studies.

Other entry level options

There are other ways for graduates to start a career in Defence.

Australian Government Graduate Program

Defence participates in the Australian Government Graduate Program (AGGP). Find roles in:

  • accounting and financial management
  • data
  • digital
  • economist
  • generalist
  • human resources
  • legal 
  • STEM.

Indigenous Graduate Pathway

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander graduate can apply to start their career through the Indigenous Graduate Pathway. This pathway offers the cultural support to ensure success.

Other student pathways

There are a few other entry level career pathways for primary, secondary or tertiary students to work at Defence.