Commercial pathway graduates in Defence are enabling the delivery of some of the most exciting, complex and challenging projects in Australia. This is their opportunity to drive meaningful and impactful outcomes that directly support Australia’s national security.

The Business services and policy pathway puts graduates at the centre of the decisions, systems and services that keeps Defence moving. Graduates will shape policies, support major initiatives, and help ensure our people and operations work smoothly and effectively.

Graduates can bring their unique skills and experiences to make their mark in a world of opportunity at Defence. The research and innovation pathway is where science meets strategy. If a soldier wears it, uses it, eats it, or thinks it, someone in Defence created the science behind it. This pathway offers graduates the chance to work on pioneering projects that shape the future of national security.

Defence participates in the Workplace Gender Equality Agency – Commonwealth Public Sector Gender Equality Reporting Program in accordance with the Workplace Gender Equality Act 2012.

PFAS (perfluroalkyl and polyfluroalkyl substances) management and investigation program at Naval Communication Station Harold E Holt A & B.

Graduates who join Defence work within one of the largest and most diverse workforces in the Australian Government. Human resources (HR) professionals at Defence support a broad range of people‑centred services that contribute directly to the growth, wellbeing and readiness of the organisation and its people.

Accounting and financial management graduates are recruited directly to Defence through the Australian Government Graduate Program – Accounting and financial management pathway.

PFAS (perfluroalkyl and polyfluroalkyl substances) management and investigation program at HMAS Albatross.

Defence gifts and benefits register.

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Defence Budget 2021-22 Portfolio Budget Statements (PBS) and Portfolio Additional Estimates Statements (PAES).

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Defence Budget 2023-24 Portfolio Budget Statements (PBS) and Portfolio Additional Estimates Statements (PAES).

Defence Budget 2024–25 Portfolio Budget Statements (PBS) and 2024–25 Portfolio Additional Estimates Statements (PAES).

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To understand the  noise caused by military operations, Noise and Flight Path Monitoring Systems (NFPMS) are used to monitor aircraft noise.

Information about the operational energy transition activities being delivered across Defence.

First Nations graduates considering a career with Defence have two ways to join Defence: through the Australian Government Graduate Program – Indigenous Graduate Pathway (IGP) or by applying directly to a Defence graduate pathway.

The Defence Graduate Program is designed to kick-start a meaningful career through structured learning, development and hands-on experience. With tailored rotations across diverse areas, graduates gain exposure to projects that matter, build in-demand skills and discover where their strengths shine. This isn’t just a program, it’s an unique launchpad to a future full of possibilities.

Defence graduates share their stories, program experiences and exciting career journeys.

Defence graduates are offered training and development specific to the graduate pathway they have chosen. Graduates will complete Defence’s mandatory training, cultural awareness training as well as opportunities for social activities and unique experiences.