Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet (PM&C)
Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet (PM&C) 2019 Graduate Program
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Opportunity details
- Graduate Job
- Apply by 30 Apr 2018
Who is PM&C?
At the Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet (PM&C) we strive to be bold, be excellent and drive change. Our role is to provide fresh thinking and sound advice to government.
Our expertise spans Indigenous affairs, social and women's policy, economic and international policy, defence, national security and everything in between. With such diverse responsibilities, we can offer a large variety of opportunities.We are a workplace that respects and values diversity. PM&C is a great place to work, and a place where great work is done.
'There is something at PM&C for everyone—no matter what you have studied, where you have worked before, what you think you might like to pursue—because at PM&C there are so many interesting issues under one roof.' – Iona, 2015 Graduate
To hear more stores from past graduates visit our website.
About the Program
- The program runs for 18 months based in Canberra.
- Rotations are completed at our national office and our regional network.
- You will be provided on-the-job training, and structured learning and development.
- You will work on exciting projects and activities at the heart of government.
- We offer an attractive remuneration package and employer superannuation.
What work will you do?
The PM&C Graduate Program offers career opportunities hard to find elsewhere.
Our program provides the support, opportunities and challenges needed to develop future leaders.
You will work on projects and tasks addressing a range of government priorities. Previous graduates have prepared briefs for the Prime Minister, drafted speeches for Ministers and assisted with new policy proposals and cabinet submissions.
You will have the opportunity to work in governance and corporate areas such as legal, finance and ministerial support, as well as 'on the ground' in our regional network to help deliver our Indigenous programs.
Who are we looking for?
As the department provides advice that impacts the entire community, we want a workforce that represents the many voices of our nation. We are looking for graduates with a variety of degrees and different experiences that will contribute to advancing the wellbeing of all Australians.
We encourage applications from people with diverse experience and backgrounds including: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people; Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Intersex people; Culturally and Linguistically Diverse people; mature age and people with disability.
'I started at the beginning of 2016 and went into a corporate rotation. For my second six month block I did some time in the data policy and digital transformation area. My next block was in the communications team with the speechwriters. Then I headed off to the Wagga Wagga office, and joined the Riverina Murray team.
Having the opportunity to work in so many different areas has given me exposure to things I never would have thought about doing.'- Edan, 2016 Graduate
About the employer
Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet (PM&C) AU
4.1
1,000 - 50,000 employees
Government & Public Service
At the Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet (PM&C) we strive to be bold, be excellent and drive change. Our role is to provide fresh thinking and sound advice to government. Our expertise spans Indigenous affairs, social and women’s policy, economic and international policy, defence, national security and everything in between. With such diverse responsibilities, we can offer a large variety of opportunities.
Pros and cons of working at Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet (PM&C) AU
Pros
PM&C provides a large variety of areas to work across, so graduates and other employees can get incredible amounts of experience while there.
The different and diverse experiences you can have all within the one department. Each work area has a different perspective and unique view which allows you to continue to learn and build upon new skills.
The diversity of work that is offered across the department, and the effort of the grad program to make sure you work across as many different areas as possible.
Broad experience at the forefront of government.
The exposure to a wide range of Government processes and core policy. The focus on work-life balance and well being.
Cons
The turnover at PM&C is very high. Supervisors and coworkers can leave and be replaced quickly, which can make working there slightly more difficult if you prefer a consistent environment.
At times the department misses the mark on work life balance and some areas are less willing to change work practices in line with the rest of the department.
Working within the Public Service hierarchy and working directly to (sometimes unstable) politics.
Sometimes hard to achieve what you want, it’s a big machine that needs significant push to get moving.
Managing situations that you may personally disagree with and continuing to effectively performing your job.