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What's involved
Each year a new intake of science and planning graduates embark on their two-year program. Areas of interest are; biodiversity, land & fire management, water, agriculture and planning. As a new graduate, you will attend a formal induction which provides a chance for you to get to know your fellow graduates and to start working with your supervisor. As a graduate, you will generally be expected to undertake three rotations of eight months, many roles living and working in regional Victoria. An opportunity to take your passion and assist in Victoria's sustainability and growth, and wherever you go, you'll be learning from experts in your field.
Support
You will have a location supervisor for each rotation and a coordinating supervisor, who will support you for the duration of the program. Both supervisors will be involved in mentoring and developing work plans to ensure you have opportunities for learning, development and career growth. You will also be provided a graduate buddy.
Learning and Development
Graduates can access a significant learning and development budget per year to build knowledge and work skills for a career in environmental sustainability.
When can I apply?
Applications open early July each year for commencement - Nov through to Feb.
Eligibility criteria
To be eligible you need to be an Australian or New Zealand Citizen or permanent resident of Australia and have completed a degree within the last 5 years. Students completing their degrees this year should apply.
We encourage applications from Indigenous Australians.
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Environment & Agriculture
The Science Graduate program is a collaborative partnership between the two respective departments.
My supervisor is fantastic and gives me great exposure to a wide range of projects and work areas.
Opportunity to work on high profile issues for the benefit of the community.
Support from colleagues, interesting work, opportunities for development.
The best thing about working in the Science and Planning Graduate Program is the diversity and flexibility in the opportunities that are offered to you.
The support to improve your skills and training. Learning and Development are regarded as a good thing and you have many opportunities and tool kits to help you e.g. Time management course or tool kit, 4WD training, Defensive driving or First Aid etc.
Just the classic public service bureaucracy!
Sometimes work moves slowly.
The diversity and flexibility are determined by your supervisors which means that sometimes you may miss out on some opportunities.
Reading many reports, policies, legislation.
Instability, red tape.