About the program
The Department of Parliamentary Services (DPS) Graduate Development Program provides an exciting opportunity to kickstart your career in the Parliamentary Service. By joining this program, you will contribute to delivering high quality and sustainable services to parliamentarians, building occupants and visitors to the iconic Parliament House.
The program offers a unique combination of learning and development, on the job training, networking and mentoring to help enhance your skills in a professional work environment.
Graduates have the chance and flexibility to complete work rotations in a variety of diverse and engaging areas, including:
- Information Technology
- Cyber Security
- Capital Works
- Security Operations
- Hansard
- Library Research
- Catering and Events
- Visitor Engagement
- Corporate Services.
Learn more about the graduate program, meet our graduates and see what they love about their program experience.
What we offer
Located in Canberra, the program spans 12-months. Graduates start at the Parliamentary Service Level 3 (PSL3) classification. Upon successful completion of the program, graduates advance to the base of Parliamentary Service Level 4 (PSL4).
Program benefits include:
- full time employment with a competitive salary and 15.4% superannuation
- free onsite parking
- the opportunity to work at an iconic building that is also a significant cultural institution and the location where Australian politics is debated and executed
- free access to the Health and Recreation Centre which includes a gym, pool, tennis courts and more
- flexible rotation options
- dedicated and experienced supervisors
- networking activities and events
- career mentoring with senior leaders.
Who we are looking for
To succeed in the program, we are looking for graduates who are highly motivated, innovative and eager to learn new skills. To be a strong contender, you will:
- have excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- operate with respect, integrity, accountability and ethical behaviour
- have a focus on providing high quality customer service, and
- be flexible and adaptable to meet evolving needs and priorities.
To meet the eligibility criteria, you must:
- have completed, or will complete by January 2026, an undergraduate degree or higher in the past 3 years
- be an Australian citizen
- be able to obtain and maintain an Australian Government security clearance.
How to apply
Applications for the 2026 graduate program have closed.
Who to contact
For more information about the program, contact the Employment Pathways at employmentprograms@aph.gov.au.