At a Glance
- Tasks: Make a positive impact in Queensland communities while gaining hands-on experience in government.
- Company: Join the Queensland Government's award-winning Future Leaders Graduate Program.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible work arrangements, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Inclusive pathways for diverse candidates and excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Launch your public sector career and contribute to meaningful initiatives that shape Queensland's future.
- Qualifications: Recent graduates with a bachelor's degree and a passion for making a difference.
The predicted salary is between 77354 - 77354 $ per year.
The Future Leaders Graduate program is a unique opportunity for recent graduates to make a positive difference to Queensland communities while launching a public sector career. Join our award-winning 2-year graduate program and discover where a career in Queensland government could take you!
Throughout the two-year program, you'll rotate across Queensland Government gaining hands-on experience, tackling real-world challenges, and contributing to initiatives that shape the future of Queensland. Whether it’s improving housing, enhancing health and education, driving economic development, delivering Brisbane 2032 or developing innovative solutions, you’ll play a key role in initiatives that truly matter.
You’ll receive comprehensive learning and development opportunities, equipping you with the skills to fast track your career. You’ll also receive a professional mentor, peer support, e-learning, and a range of networking opportunities. A career in Queensland Government is dynamic and deeply rewarding.
Whether your passion lies in public policy development, corporate governance, project management, finance, human resources or strategic communications, the Future Leaders Graduate Program offers a pathway for you to explore and grow in your chosen field.
What you could work on:
- Corporate governance, audit and risk
- Finance grants and contract management
- Human resources
- Procurement
- Project management
- Public administration
- Public policy development
- Research, insights and analytics
- Strategic communications and media
- And more
Who we're looking for:
- Collaborative team players: Thrive in team environments, value diverse perspectives, and work effectively to achieve shared goals.
- Strong communicators: Clearly express ideas, actively listen, and adapt communication styles to suit different audiences and purposes.
- Resilient and adaptable: Embrace change, overcome challenges, and thrive in dynamic and inclusive environments.
- Problem-solvers: Use critical thinking and creativity to tackle challenges and deliver effective solutions.
- Curious and innovative: Bring fresh perspectives, challenge the status quo, and seek new ways to improve and innovate.
- Purpose-driven: Passionate about contributing to meaningful work that delivers better outcomes for Queenslanders.
- Ambitious and motivated: Committed to growth, continuous learning and improving both personally and professionally.
Inclusive pathways:
As the state's largest employer, the Queensland Government is committed to ensuring our workforce represents all Queenslanders. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people living with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people from regional and remote areas. Our recruitment process is inclusive, culturally safe and aims to provide all candidates with the best opportunity to demonstrate suitability for the program.
There are three pathway options to apply to Future Leaders:
- Our open pathway is for all candidates who meet our eligibility requirements.
- Our First Nations pathway is designed to give Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates the best opportunity to showcase their strengths.
- Our disability pathway is designed to give candidates who live with disability or neurodivergence the best opportunity to showcase their strengths.
What we offer:
- A starting salary of $77,354 per annum, plus Recognition of Accredited Qualification allowance of $47.70 per fortnight
- 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
- 17.5% annual leave loading
- Flexible work arrangements
- Generous leave entitlements
- Salary packaging options
- A diverse and inclusive workplace
- Programs that support a healthy work environment
- Opportunities for professional development, networking and career progression.
Are you eligible?
The Future Leaders Graduate Program is open to graduates from all degrees and disciplines who meet the following eligibility requirements:
- Completion of a bachelor's degree (equivalent of a level seven qualification) or higher between 31 October 2025 and 31 January 2028
- Be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, an Australian permanent resident or have a visa with unrestricted working rights under Australian immigration law.
All candidates will be required to complete employment screening and disclosure checks prior to appointment.
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