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 opportunity 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

robust analytical and people capabilities

initiative, influence and adaptability

ability to act with honesty, fairness and respect

curiosity and critical thinking.

📌 2026 Treasury Internship Program (Canberra)
🏢 The Treasury Of Australia
📍 Canberra