We offer students who are currently enrolled at university, the opportunity of a paid internship to gain real-world experience while completing their studies.

Our register is open throughout the year and will be used to fill internship placements that may arise in 2026. Vacancies can occur at various times according to business needs and may vary in duration.

About our program

Treasury recruits interns throughout the year,giving students the opportunity to work on challenging and impactful policies, programs, research and modelling that help shape the Australian economic landscape.

You will:

- contribute to the broader work of the department
- enhance your studies with practical skills and knowledge
- complete your internship flexibly over an agreed period – placements are designed to balance work and your university studies
- earn a competitive casual hourly rate of $40 per hour.

About our Internship Register

We offer students who are currently enrolled at university, the opportunity of a paid internship to gain real-world experience while completing their studies.

Our register is open throughout the year and will be used to fill internship placements that may arise in 2026. Vacancies can occur at various times according to business needs and may vary in duration.

About our program

Treasury recruits interns throughout the year,giving students the opportunity to work on challenging and impactful policies, programs, research and modelling that help shape the Australian economic landscape.

You will:

- contribute to the broader work of the department
- enhance your studies with practical skills and knowledge
- complete your internship flexibly over an agreed period – placements are designed to balance work and your university studies
- earn a competitive casual hourly rate of $40 per hour.

The key duties of the position include:





Internship roles are wide-ranging and matched to your field of study. You may:

- develop legal, economic, demographic and other policy research, analysis and advice
- prepare documents, correspondence and briefings (e.g. for ministers and senior executives)
- assist in managing programs or projectsanalyse data and produce economic forecasts and economic notes
- provide secretariat support (e.g. for ministerial meetings)
- support stakeholder relationships/engagement.

Eligibility

To be eligible for Treasury’s Internship Program, you must meet the following requirements:

- Be an Australian citizen
- Currently enrolled at university studying a bachelor’s degree or above in:
- economics
- legal
- finance / commerce
- public policy
- international relations
- data
- statistics
- demography
- actuarial studies
- human resources or
- studying any of the above as part of a bachelor’s degree

- Have completed 18 months of university and have between 9 and 24 months remaining in your studies
- Be performing consistently well over the course of your studies with a GPA of distinction or above

On acceptance into the program, be willing to:

- obtain and maintain a valid Australian Government security clearance and
- undergo any police, character, health or other checks required.

If you have already finished your degree – check out our Treasury Graduate Program.

Notes

Most internship placements are in Canberra.



There may be limited placements available in Sydney or Melbourne.

Suitable applicants may be contacted as internships placements become available however registering your details does not guarantee an offer.

Casual intern roles may transition to non-ongoing employment for a specified term on completion of studies.

Please note that this register is an expression of interest and does not guarantee an offer of employment.

Getting to know the Department of the Treasury

The Treasury is a respected and influential central economic agency. We provide authoritative advice and analysis to the Australian Government on a broad range of economic, fiscal, structural, financial and tax policy issues. We also monitor global economic conditions to make sure Australia is well placed to respond to emerging trends.Treasury provides some of the best opportunities in the public service. Treasury presents a challenging and rewarding career with the opportunity to contribute substantially to Government policy that affects all Australians. The Treasury’s staff are drawn from many professions representing diversity in experience and skills. We seek passionate staff who will work collaboratively to deliver the ideas and advice that will help Australia meet the challenges of the coming years.Treasury offers attractive salaries and employer superannuation as well as a range of other benefits, including generous leave entitlements, salary packaging and a closedown period over the Christmas holiday.The Treasury is a flexible, dynamic and diverse workplace with offices in Canberra, Sydney, Melbourne and Perth.

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📌 2026 Internship Register (New South Wales)
🏢 The Treasury Of Australia
📍 New South Wales