What if your first job helped build a better, safer, smarter Australia?

AtStandards Australia, we're not just watching change happen, we are driving it. Every day, we set the standards that protect and empower Australians. From cybersecurity and emerging technologies to environmental management, our work touches every industry, setting the standards that ensure things work the way they should. Join us and help set the standard for Australia's future.

As Australia's peak standards development body, we collaborate with experts, industry leaders, government, and communities to develop the systems behind the products and services we all rely on here and globally.

About our Graduate Program

Our Graduate Program provides hands-on experience through rotations across our core business functions.

You'll start in our Development & Growth department, with a focus in either our Commercial team or our Strategic Initiatives and International team. You'll then rotate through core business departments over the course of a12 month rotation. Along the way, you'll discover your strengths, broaden your skill set, and gain valuable insight into how standards contribute to keeping every Australian safe. At the end of the program, you'll return to the Development & Growth department in apermanent role!

What you'll do
Support delivery of strategic and international projects aligned with national goals
Assist in identifying and validating new commercial opportunities
Contribute to the development of new services and offerings
Build an understanding of the commercial operations of the company across both the direct commercial and growth and development teams
Coordinate stakeholder engagement across industry, government, and international bodies
Shadow Strategic Managers to understand market research and support further insights
Provide general project support
We are seeking individuals who




Are in their final year of study or have completed a degree within the past three years
Demonstrate strong communication skills and thrive in team environments
Are passionate about innovation and collaboration
Exhibit curiosity, adaptability, and initiative, with a positive, cooperative mindset
What We Offer
A permanent role after the program finishes
Structured rotations across key business areas to broaden your experience
A tailored development plan to support your growth and career goals
Hands-on, impactful work that contributes to Australia's future
Mentoring to guide you throughout the program
Regular feedback to support your success
Access to professional training, networking and career development opportunities
Ready to Apply to our Program?

If you're excited to launch your career and help build a better Australia, we want to hear from you!

Submit your CV and Cover Letter telling us about you and why you want to join our Graduate Program. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to participate in our interview process, including an Assessment Centre in mid-October, which is designed to highlight your skills and help us get to know you.

Eligibility

Eligible applicants must be Australian / New Zealand Citizens or Australian Permanent Residents. This role is based in our office in Sydney.

At Standards Australia, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to fostering a working environment that values diversity, inclusion, and belonging. Our mission is toempower our communities, and in doing so, we strive to create an organisation that genuinely reflects and respects the diversity of the communities we serve; puttingpeople at the heartof all we do. We welcome applications from people of all cultural and linguistic groups, people of all ages and genders, people of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander background, people with a disability, and people from the LGBTQIA+ community. Should you need any adjustments to be made to our recruitment process, please contact [email protected]

📌 Graduate Program 2027 - Development & Growth (Sydney)
🏢 Recognized
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