Data graduates are recruited directly to Defence through the Australian Government Graduate Program – Data stream.

Defence offerings

Defence offers data graduates access to some of the most complex datasets in government, supporting capability, operations, science, intelligence, logistics and enterprise decision-making.

Access to complex datasets

Graduates working in Defence have the opportunity to engage with high-value data that directly informs Defence capability and operations.

Advanced tools and environments

Through the use of modern data platforms and technologies in secure and specialised environments, graduates will gain valuable hands-on experience with the latest products and solutions.

Rotations across analytical and research areas

Graduates may rotate through multiple teams and activities, gaining experience in analytics, modelling, governance, research and decision support.

Specialist mentoring

Graduates work alongside experienced data professionals, scientists, engineers and intelligence analysts – all contributing to strong, structured on-the-job learning.

Opportunities

While working in a supportive pathway designed to grow their career, graduates will:

  • gain experience across a diverse range of work policy areas
  • have the opportunity to innovate, problem solve and strengthen data integrity and security
  • contribute to developing applications and tools for Defence.

Defence offers graduates broad exposure across data disciplines, including:

  • data analytics and data science
  • business analysis (intelligence and research)
  • information and records management
  • knowledge management
  • mathematics and modelling.

Through their work, graduates may contribute to:

  • exploring, modelling and interpreting data to support decisions
  • analysing information to support intelligence, capability and scientific programs
  • supporting secure information lifecycle and governance
  • enhancing information sharing and organisational knowledge
  • simulations, analysis and scientific research.

For information on recruitment and application processes, please visit the Australian Government Graduate Program – Data stream webpage.