About our program
Treasury offers currently enrolled university students, the opportunity of a paid internship to gain real-world experience while completing their studies.
Vacancies can occur at various times according to business needs and may vary in duration.
You will 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
earna competitive casual hourly rate of $40 per hour.
Casual intern roles may transition to non-ongoing employment for a specified term on completion of studies.
Who can apply
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 24months 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 validAustralian Government security clearanceand
undergo any police, character, health or other checks required.
If you have already finished your degree – check out ourTreasury Graduate Program.




What you'll work on
Internship roles are varied 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 projects
analyse data and produce economic forecasts and economic notes
provide secretariat support (e.g. for ministerial meetings)
support stakeholder relationships/engagement.
Casual intern roles may transition to non-ongoing employment for a specified term on completion of studies.
Benefits
Through real work opportunities our program offers the chance to:
begin your Australian Public Service career and contribute to improving the wellbeing of the Australian people
develop strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
apply your tertiary studies and knowledge through meaningful work in your field of study
gain access to, and be supported by subject matter experts
work in an inclusive and diverse workplace which celebrates and recognises the backgrounds, beliefs and experiences of all employees
be part of a workplace team that promotes and fosters your skills and career development, with the prospect to access career pathways including the Treasury Graduate Program.
What skills we're looking for
In addition to academic qualifications, we are seeking enthusiastic students who can demonstrate:
highly developed written and oral communication skills
strong analytical and people capabilities
initiative, influence and adaptability
ability to act with honesty, fairness and respect
curiosity and critical thinking.
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📌 2026 Treasury Internship Program (Canberra)
🏢 The Treasury Of Australia
📍 Canberra