Streams and locations

Graduate streams

We offer graduate positions in 6 streams:

• Data
• Design
• Human Resources (HR)
• Information Technology (IT)
• Marketing and Communications (M&C)
• Taxation

These may be offered across a range of locations, through the ATO Graduate Program.

To find out if you can apply for our program, see who can apply.

Which stream to apply for

Find your degree and suggested graduate stream in the table.

Degree completed in the last 5 years	Suggested stream
Accounting	Taxation
Advertising	M&C
Actuarial studies	Taxation
Analytics	Data
Application development	IT or Data
Artificial intelligence	IT or Data
Auditing	Taxation
Behavioural economics, Behavioural science or Behavioural insights	Design
Business analysis	IT, Data or Design
Business informatics	IT or Data
Business information systems	IT or Data
Business intelligence	Data
Business management or administration	Taxation
Business process mapping and optimisation	IT, Data or Design
Cloud computing and networking	IT or Data
Commerce	Taxation
Communications	M&C
Computer science	IT or Data
Computing	IT or Data
Computer programming	IT or Data
Cyber security	IT
Data mining	Data
Data science	IT or Data
Design (graphic, web, digital, communication, business process, service innovation, human centred, industrial, solution, business analysis, system analysis, systems thinking, strategic)	Design or M&C
Econometrics	Data
Economics	Taxation or Data
Engineering	IT or Data
Finance	Taxation
Government and public management	Taxation
Human resources	HR
Information systems	IT
Information technology (IT)	IT or Data
IT services and strategy	IT
Journalism	M&C
Law	Taxation
Artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning	IT or Data
Marketing	M&C
Market research	M&C
Mathematics	Data
Mathematical modelling	Data
Media production	M&C
Procurement	Taxation
Public relations	M&C
Psychology	HR or Design
Research	Data or Design
Risk and intelligence analysts	Data
Robotics	IT or Data
Science (IT/Data science/STEM related majors)	IT or Data
Software engineering	IT or Data
Statistics	Data
System analysis	IT or Design
Taxation	Taxation
Visual communication	Design
Writing	M&C

Data stream

About the data stream

We're looking for graduates with qualifications in data, statistics, science, technology, engineering and mathematics.

We focus on data, digitalisation and advancing technologies. Join us and you'll continue to grow your data and analytics capabilities. Working with some of the largest data in government, you'll use cutting-edge technologies and advanced analytics techniques (such as predictive modelling, machine learning, data mining and prescriptive analytics) to provide insights that:

• deliver data solutions to the ATO and our clients
• protect revenue
• optimise taxpayer services.

Hear from data graduate – Linxi

Linxi talks about her experience as a Data grad.

What you might be involved in

Your work in the data stream could include:

• developing models to better understand risks and opportunities
• using analytics and finding actionable insights from both structured and unstructured data to inform the next best actions and strategic decisions
• developing self-service analytics to enable leaders and analysts to better understand performance
• applying the latest techniques in artificial intelligence, machine learning, deep learning, natural language processing, computer vision, statistical modelling, econometrics, graph analytics, behavioural analytics and visualisation
• designing the system around verifiable data and managing data through its lifecycle (from creation, to discovery, to matching)
• managing external strategic data relationships and providing advice on governance, ethics and best practice.

How to apply for the data stream

We are participating in the data stream of the Australian Government Graduate Program (AGGP). You must apply through the AGGP Data stream application and selection process. You can then select your preferred Australian Government agencies, including the ATO.

To find out more and apply, visit APSjobsExternal Link.

Locations for the data stream

Positions will be offered in:

• Canberra
• Newcastle
• Sydney (Parramatta, Penrith, City)
• Brisbane (City)
• Melbourne (Box Hill, City, Dandenong)
• Adelaide
• Hobart
• Perth

Apply now

Design stream

About the design stream

We're looking for graduates with qualifications in design, visual communication, behavioural sciences, business and systems analysis, research and more.

Use design and behavioural insights to come up with solutions to complex problems that make a difference for the Australian community.

As a design graduate, you'll:

• work in a team and contribute to interesting and challenging projects
• improve processes, services and experiences for individuals and businesses
• learn new tools and methods.

As a Design Stream graduate, you could work in:

• Behavioural Insights and Design
• Creative, Print and Brand Services
• Digital Experience Design
• Strategy, Design and Architecture
• Video Production Unit.

Hear from design graduate – Andrea

Andrea talks about her experience as a design grad.

What you might be involved in

You'll work with teams using various design and behavioural insight methodologies, including:

• research and evaluation
• print and digital design
• content design
• visual design
• user experience and user interface design
• service design
• systems thinking
• solution design
• business process mapping
• human-centred design
• behavioural analysis, intervention design and testing impact.

Examples of work include:

• designing administrative and IT solutions for government to make compliance easier 
• designing website content in iterations based on performance data and user feedback
• delivering design and architecture for contemporary cloud data capabilities
• innovating though research projects with agents and staff to improve services.

Locations for the design stream

Positions will be offered in:

• Canberra
• Brisbane (City)
• Melbourne (City)
• Adelaide

Apply now

Human Resources (HR) stream

About the HR stream

We're looking for graduates with HR or psychology qualifications.

Human Resources (HR) management requires a professional and contemporary approach to managing people and the workplace culture and environment.

Our HR professionals in the APS play a crucial role in shaping the future of the capability and manage our most important asset – our people.

Our HR team aims to provide exceptional customer service with effective, relevant and responsive solutions – to meet the needs of managers and employees at all levels.

As part of our HR team, you'll help build a work environment that:

• encourages growth and learning
• seeks fresh ideas and engagement
• drives change to improve the customer experience.

Hear from HR graduate – Namrata

Namrata talks about her experience as an HR grad.

What you might be involved in

To meet ongoing challenges, we'll rely on the expertise you've gained from your studies and past experience. In practice you'll be:

• assisting our leaders and managers to enhance productivity through performance management, continuous improvement and innovation
• implementing enterprise-wide learning and development programs that emphasise integrating people and business systems to enhance organisational capability
• implementing workforce management strategies to enable a flexible workforce
• shaping the culture of our organisation by embedding our corporate values and increasing engagement
• refining prevention and early-intervention strategies while using case management systems to maintain a safe and healthy work environment and a productive workforce
• building and maintaining sustainable HR systems that support our organisation to deliver to the community.

You could work in areas dealing with:

• workforce strategy
• workforce supply and capability
• learning and development
• performance and conduct
• industrial relations
• leadership development
• workplace diversity
• health and safety.

How to apply for the HR stream

We're participating in the Human Resources stream of the Australian Government Graduate Program (AGGP).

You must apply through the AGGP HR stream application and selection process. You can then select your preferred Australian Government agencies, including the ATO.

To find out more and apply, visit APSjobsExternal Link.

Locations for the HR stream

Positions will be offered in:

• Canberra
• Melbourne (City)
• Brisbane (City)
• Sydney (City)
• Adelaide

Apply now

Information Technology (IT) stream

About the IT stream

We're looking for graduates with qualifications in IT, computer science, cyber security, data science and more.

Our Enterprise Solutions and Technology (EST) business line is recognised as one of the leading IT departments both in Australia and globally. EST delivers technology solutions to the ATO, community and the wider digital ecosystem.

With an annual IT budget of over $1 billion, our technology landscape is vast and diverse. It spans mainframe, midrange and cloud, as well as the latest digital technologies in:

• web
• mobile
• application programming interfaces (APIs)
• digital identity and authentication
• cyber security
• data and analytics.

Our graduates get to work on designing, delivering, managing and protecting technology solutions and services that underpin the ATO’s operations and the broader revenue ecosystem. For example, we provide:

• APIs that external software developers like MYOB and Xero use in their software to enable taxpayers to interact through user-friendly systems
• technology services, like Single Touch Payroll, that enable real-time data flows to support the super industry
• whole-of-government platforms such as GovPass, which is your digital identity for accessing all government services.

You'll also get to work in one of the largest implementations of scaled Agile methodologies in the world.

IT graduate – Pierre

Pierre talks about his experience as an IT grad.

What you might be involved in

Your work in the IT stream could include:

• cyber threat intelligence
• IT and cyber security
• data and analytics
• automation and AI
• IT service management
• IT infrastructure and networks
• technology portfolio and asset management
• sourcing, vendor and contract management.

Locations for the IT stream

Positions will be offered in:

• Albury
• Canberra
• Newcastle
• Sydney (Parramatta, Penrith)
• Wollongong
• Brisbane (City)
• Melbourne (City)
• Adelaide

Apply now

Marketing and Communication (M&C) stream

About the M&C stream

We're looking for graduates with qualifications in marketing, communications, market research or public relations. Our marketing and communication capability designs, develops and implements high-quality communications for a wide range of audiences.

Our teams consist of passionate communications professionals with years of industry experience in:

• strategic communications
• public relations
• corporate affairs
• creative campaigns
• stakeholder and community relations
• content creation
• advertising and market research.

We work to identify communications needs and develop effective solutions to support business outcomes and connect with audiences. We focus on at the right time, through the right channels, with the right messages.

You'll actively contribute to communication strategies and activities that build trust and confidence in our tax and super systems.

Hear from Marketing graduate – Zarina

Zarina talks about her experience as a Marketing grad.

What you might be involved in

We're looking for fresh-thinking graduates who can contribute to our diverse program of work, including:

• communication strategy
• advertising
• internal and external communication
• writing and editing
• social media
• digital marketing
• media and public relations
• crisis communications and issues management
• relationship management
• stakeholder engagement
• market research and data analytics
• user experience (UX) design
• production – graphic and information design, multimedia, website design and publishing, video production, speech writing, podcasts
• brand strategy and management.

Locations for the M&C stream

Positions will be offered in:

• Canberra
• Adelaide
• Newcastle
• Sydney (City)
• Brisbane (City)
• Melbourne (City)
• Hobart
• Albury

Apply now

Taxation stream

About the taxation stream

We're looking for graduates with qualifications in law, finance, accounting, commerce, economics and business.

Your role will be to manage and shape the tax and super systems by helping:

• people understand their rights and obligations
• taxpayers to comply by providing contemporary, streamlined and integrated services
• manage non-compliance with the law.

In addition to our client facing services, our ATO Finance business line oversees all aspects of ATO finances including:

• resource management and strategy
• budgeting
• financial accounting and tax reporting
• procurement and contract management
• project, property and facilities management services.

Taxation graduate – Sui

Sui talks about his experience as a Taxation grad.

What you might be involved in

You may be working in a team to:

• obtain information and provide advice to clients
• conduct a range of client engagement activities including risk reviews and audits
• make decisions and recommendations for mitigation strategies
• administer the goods and services tax (GST)
• research and analyse tax information and procedures
• interpret legislation and case law
• administer the super system
• find solutions for issues within the law, its interpretation and application
• develop, manage and maintain public advice and guidance issued by the ATO
• resolve taxpayer objections to decisions made by the ATO
• resolve taxpayer disputes, including through litigation in the courts and tribunals
• influence the design and direction of the tax and super systems
• support the delivery of the ATO's outcomes and priorities, aligning organisational strategy to financial investment and resource management.

Note: Our Graduate Program does not incorporate practical legal training, Chartered Accountants' (CA ANZ) or Certified Practicing Accountants (CPA) accreditation. You can explore these once you have completed your graduate year, through our Tuition Assistance Program (TAP) or study leave options.

Locations for the taxation stream

Positions will be offered in:

• Canberra
• Albury
• Gosford
• Newcastle
• Sydney (Parramatta, Penrith, City)
• Wollongong
• Brisbane (City, Upper Mt Gravatt)
• Melbourne (City, Box Hill, Dandenong, Moonee Ponds)
• Geelong
• Adelaide
• Hobart
• Perth
• Townsville

Apply now

Locations

We have offices in almost every state and territory, including regional areas. We could have an office near you!

You'll be working in the city nominated in your official letter of offer. However, if you accept a position in a major city, we may expect you to work in any of our offices within the greater metropolitan area.

This flexibility is to gain experience and exposure to the different work these offices undertake. The locations listed for each stream show where we expect to place graduates.

We offer hybrid workplace arrangements enabling you to work from home for a specified period each week. Our employees negotiate the terms of these arrangements with their managers.

If positions are not available in your nominated location and you're offered a position which would require you to relocate to another site, we may provide financial assistance to help cover removal costs.