2025 Dfat Graduate Program - Affirmative Measures

Ongoing, entry level position, commencing at an APS 4 classification ($78,371 + 15.4% Super)

• Advancement to an APS 5 classification ($92,753 +15.4% Super) at completion of the program
• DFAT roles based in Canberra.
• Working at DFAT

A career with the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) provides you with the opportunity to make a difference. You will learn new skills, be part of experienced and motivated teams, and undertake work that promotes and protects Australias international interests.

We work with international partners and other countries to tackle global challenges, increase Australias trade and investment opportunities, protect international rules, keep our region stable and help Australians overseas.

DFAT manages Australias international presence - a network of over 116 embassies, high commissions, consulates-general and representative offices across five continents - and we have over 6,000 staff located in Australia and overseas. These staff are diplomats, negotiators, consular officers, advisers and corporate officers developing and delivering Australias foreign policy, trade and development outcomes on behalf of Australia and Australians.

During the 18-month program, you will be provided with :

All graduate roles are based in Canberra.

Graduate Resume Template

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