Graduate Development Program

Workforce Development
Alice Springs, Darwin, Katherine, Palmerston, Tennant Creek, Nhulunbuy

Start your career with Government

Taste test the Territory through the Northern Territory Government Graduate Development Program!

The Graduate Development Program provides University graduates an opportunity to apply their skills and knowledge, develop their professional network, and establish a long-term career in government across various agencies throughout urban, regional and remote locations. 

You will receive:

• 12 to 24 months of employment within the NT Government 

• An annual salary and access to NT Government benefits

• Structured training and development to support your professional growth

• Rotation through various business units to broaden your experience  

• Mentoring, support and various career progression opportunities

If you are looking to:

• Establish a long-term career within Government 

• Apply the skills learnt from your degree 

• Develop your research, analytical and administrative skills

• Contribute to projects that support the development of the Northern Territory

• Build professional networks and work alongside subject matter experts

Then this is an excellent opportunity for you!

A variety of positions are available across multiple government agencies in Darwin. Graduate opportunities exist for the following disciplines:

• Business Administration

• Governance and Policy

• Community Services

• Health

• Education

• Information Communication Technology

• Engineering

• Marketing and Communications

• Finance

• Science and Environment

We are seeking driven individuals looking to secure long term employment within the NT Government. The successful applicant will be organised, professional, willing to learn and build on their existing skills. In addition, the successful applicant must:

• Have completed a degree within the last three years or be due to complete prior to the commencement of program.

• Have completed or are completing a degree at a recognised Australian university or institute.

• Be an Australian citizen / resident or visa holder with appropriate Australian working rights. 

We encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islanders and Peoples with disabilities. 

For further information about this vacancy please contact: 
Early Careers on 08 8999 41***or ***************@nt.gov.au

Quote vacancy number: 68260219
Closing date: 30/08/2026

Applications should consist of a one page summary sheet, resume / CV and copies of relevant qualifications.

For a copy of the Job Description or to view career opportunities in the Northern Territory Government please visit https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/Search