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2027 ANSTO Graduate Program

2-Year Program | commencing February 2027 | Full Time | $86,861 + 15.4% Super
Permanent employment opportunity on successful completion
Lucas Heights, Sutherland Shire Location / bus from Sutherland Station

Join Australia’s leading nuclear science and technology organisation and contribute to work that improves human health, supports environmental sustainability, and strengthens Australian industry.

At ANSTO, our people deliver innovation, insight and discovery through world-class facilities, specialist expertise, and strong partnerships. As a graduate, you will play a meaningful role in solving some of the nation’s most complex challenges while building the foundation for your career.

About the Program

Our structured two-year program is designed to accelerate your development through real work, diverse experiences and targeted support.

You will benefit from:

Rotations across diverse teams to build breadth of experience and capability
Opportunities to contribute to priority projects with real-world impact
Application of your academic knowledge to complex, practical challenges
Structured learning, mentoring and coaching from experienced professionals
Exposure to leaders and the opportunity to build strong networks across the organisation
A clear pathway to ongoing employment on successful completion

Your day-to-day experience will vary across rotations, from working alongside scientists, engineers and technical specialists to contributing to project outcomes, engaging with stakeholders, and applying your knowledge to solve complex challenges with real-world impact.

What success looks like

By the end of the program, you will have:

Built practical capability through exposure across multiple teams
Contributed to projects delivering real outcomes
Developed strong professional relationships across ANSTO
Demonstrated the ability to work independently while contributing effectively within teams
Established a clear pathway into an ongoing role aligned to your skills and interests

We’re looking for graduates who:

Have recently completed, or are in their final year of, a Bachelor’s degree
Demonstrate curiosity, initiative, and a strong desire to contribute
Are motivated by working on complex problems with national significance

Disciplines include:

Physics / Nuclear Physics
Engineering (Nuclear, Electrical, Mechatronics, Mechanical, Systems, Chemical)
Chemistry / Radiochemistry / Analytical / Environmental Chemistry
Materials Science
Data Science / Software Engineering / Computing
Accounting (Corporate)

Eligibility and application process

All applicants must:

Be Australian citizens
Be able to obtain and maintain an ANSTO security suitability assessment
Successfully complete pre-employment medical assessments

Diversity and inclusion

At ANSTO, we recognise that diverse teams deliver better outcomes. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can contribute and thrive.

We strongly encourage applications from:

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples
Women in STEM
People with disability

How to Apply

All applications must be submitted through the online application system. Applications submitted via email will not be accepted. For further information about the Graduate Program, including eligibility, key dates and the selection process, please refer to our website and Q&A. Applicants who meet the program criteria will receive further information on the recruitment process and timeline following the application closing date. If you have a question that is not addressed online, please contact Regan Beckinsale, Early Career Talent and Development Leader, on 0491 222 039.

For all other enquiries, including the application process, please contact Talent Acquisition on +61 (02) 9717 9361.

If you want to join a world class organisation that's making a difference in the lives of Australians, apply now!

Applications Close: Wednesday 24 June 2026

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