Graduate program
If you're looking for a career that means so much to so many, join our team of innovators. Bring fresh perspectives, challenge the status quo and be the change agents in digital health.
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Our graduate program is a fantastic opportunity to:
- do meaningful work that makes a difference to all Australians
- contribute fresh ideas and perspectives to help shape Australia's evolving digital health infrastructure
- develop your interests into a fulfilling career, building skills and experience that matter
- grow with confidence in a supportive and collaborative learning environment.
Whether you're passionate about digital health, science, innovation, public policy, or supporting our mission in a corporate role, the Agency has a place for almost any skillset.
What we offer
You'll undertake up to 3 rotations across the year to gain a range of experience and learn about the breadth of work the Agency delivers. You will work on real, relevant, and practical projects in collaboration with your team, colleagues across the Agency and APS, and experts within the digital health landscape. You'll engage with policies, products and services that directly impact the public.
We'll support you to develop the skills, knowledge, behaviours and networks you need in the Agency and APS to launch and progress your career.
You'll be allocated a buddy and senior mentor, in addition to the support you'll receive from your manager and team in each rotation.
The aim is to build your confidence and skills so together we can deliver the best outcomes for Australians.
As a graduate, you'll receive:
- a starting salary of $84,492 plus 15.4% superannuation, equivalent to the Agency's APS4 level
- flexible working arrangements, including work from home arrangements
- 20 days annual leave, plus office closure between Christmas and New Year
- access to other types of leave, including personal/carers leave, cultural leave, First Nations ceremonial leave, parental leave, and family and domestic violence support
- support through our employee assistance program, offering free professional coaching and counselling
- reasonable adjustments to ensure you can perform at your best – these are available throughout the recruitment process and in the workplace.
Upon successful completion of the program, you'll be well-prepared to transition to the APS5 level. We have a strong focus on ensuring you're set up for success and supported to achieve your career goals with the Agency.
Our offices are on the traditional lands of the Turrbal and Yuggera people (Brisbane), Ngunnawal people (Canberra), and Gadigal people (Sydney). Our work environment allows you to find the right work-life balance through flexible working arrangements, including work from home arrangements, and health and wellbeing initiatives.
We regularly come together to celebrate and learn more about diversity. We are committed to ensuring our workforce reflects the diversity of the Australian community to bring together different experiences and perspectives to the work we do each day.
You'll join a team where people are deeply committed to designing digital health solutions that are safe, accessible and centred on the needs of Australians.
You'll enjoy working in a modern work environment with our meaningfully designed Canberra, Sydney and Brisbane offices. Our spaces were co-designed with staff to ensure you have space to collaborate, communicate, and undertake focus work. Our workplace design incorporates leading practice in accessibility, and where possible, initiatives that support environmental sustainability.
We're looking for graduates across a wide range of disciplines to be the next generation of digital health custodians.
You'll live out our values and contribute to our vision of a healthier future for all Australians through connected healthcare.
You will:
- be collaborative – working together is how we get our best results
- love to learn and grow your skills
- demonstrate integrity, trust and respect
- bring fresh perspectives, challenge the status quo, and lead positive change
- be motivated by the opportunity to make a difference for all Australians
The Agency participates in the Australian Government Graduate Program (AGGP) streams. By applying through one or more of these streams, you will be considered for graduate roles across participating Australian Government departments and agencies.
- Initial application: Submit your application along with your resume, academic transcript, proof of Australian citizenship, and any other required documentation. During this stage, you will also indicate your preferred agency and location.
- Assessment: Shortlisted candidates are invited to participate in further assessments which depending on the stream may include video interview, online testing, scenario-based assessments, panel interviews, or other tasks.
- Matching and offers: If successful at the assessment stage, you will be placed in a merit pool. Your preferences, experience, and location will be used to match you with a suitable agency. Once matched, the agency will contact you to discuss your interest in working with them.
Applications are open now. If you are interested in a graduate role with us, make sure you nominate the Australian Digital Health Agency as your preferred agency.
When you're ready to apply, select the stream that you are interested in and follow the prompts. Your application will be assessed for all agencies participating in that stream. You are welcome to apply to multiple streams.
Visit our Australian Digital Health Agency profile to learn more and apply.
Digital stream
As a Digital graduate, you will work on tasks that range from routine to bespoke – you might implement cyber security measures one day, then build innovative solutions that deliver easy-to-use digital health services the next. Whether your expertise lies in technical problem solving, analytics, or digital design and development, there's an opportunity to suit your skills, experience, and interests.
Generalist stream
As a Generalist graduate, you'll be exposed to real, relevant and practical work with a focus on building your project and program management capabilities. You'll engage with policies, projects and programs that directly impact the public, working across various business areas aligned with your degree and areas of interest. As you contribute to real-world projects, you'll enhance the knowledge and capabilities developed during your degree.
Indigenous Graduate Pathway
We encourage eligible applicants to apply through the Indigenous Graduate Pathway. You will be exposed to real, relevant and practical work with a focus on building your project and program management capabilities. You'll engage with policies, projects and programs that directly impact the public, working across various business areas aligned with your degree and areas of interest. As you contribute to real-world projects, you'll enhance the knowledge and capabilities developed during your degree.
STEM stream
As a STEM graduate, you can work across multiple fields to gain unique experiences. These may include technology and programming, software engineering, cyber security, science and more. You'll be exposed to meaningful projects which will impact the Australian community.
Emily
2023 graduate
The Australian Digital Health Agency has made me feel incredibly welcome and supported, through an orientation week that brought graduates from across Australia together to learn about the Agency, its objectives and each other. This included meeting our Agency's executive, partaking in professional development sessions and receiving a thorough introduction to the Agency's work and scope. A key benefit of the Agency's graduate program has included mentoring, with intentional times to learn how to be the best mentee and gain the most out of my mentoring experience. The Agency has been a great place to combine passions and interests into work as I interact with policy, health and data.
Sabbir
2023 graduate
The graduate program at the Australian Digital Health Agency has provided me with a unique and engaging experience. We were given the opportunity to work on different projects and initiatives, supported with background knowledge and practical experience. The ADHA also places a strong emphasis on professional development, with graduates receiving ongoing training and support to help them progress in careers.
Georgia
2023 graduate
The Australian Digital Health Agency generalist graduate program is a great opportunity for recent graduates, and is tailor-made to suit each graduate's interests, encourage their learning and support their ongoing career development. Being at the Agency has given me great insight into how they are supporting a digitally innovative and 'world class healthcare system.
Sharar
2025 graduate
My time at the Agency as a 2025 STEM graduate was enriching and allowed me to contribute to national digital health initiatives while learning from skilled professionals. Each rotation strengthened my understanding of digital infrastructure, governance frameworks and person‑centred design. I also explored Artificial Intelligence at both technical and policy levels, building early expertise in an emerging area. I am grateful the program helped launch my career in the Australian Public Service.
Belinda
2025 graduate
The Agency’s graduate program gave me exposure to diverse, challenging and enjoyable rotations. I had the opportunity to apply my existing skills in new contexts, whilst also learning new skills through ongoing training and career development. I was able to contribute to meaningful and interesting work including digital health policy and legislative reform, giving me real insights into the operation of the APS as well as Australia’s broader health landscape.
Joseph
2025 graduate
Completing the Agency’s graduate program in the Digital Solutions Division has enabled me to rapidly advance my technical skills working across diverse projects, from flagship enterprise solutions to greenfield internal tooling, under the mentorship of exceptional technical specialists. The Agency's innovative approach to achieving healthcare interoperability is demonstrated through its responsible adoption of emerging technologies and focus on ongoing professional development.
Tim
2025 graduate
Being a Digital graduate at the Agency has been an incredible experience that accelerated my growth both professionally and personally. I had the chance to work on meaningful cyber and digital initiatives, learn from inspiring mentors, and collaborate with passionate teams who genuinely value innovation. The program gave me the confidence, experience, skills, and network to thrive in my career. I am grateful for the supportive environment that encouraged curiosity, creativity, and continuous learning.