FAQs

The graduate Program has 2 intakes annually. 

1. Early February
2.  Early August. 

The length of the program is 2 years, consisting of 4 x 6 month rotations. As a graduate you will join the program as a permanent employee.

No. AEMOs Graduate Program will be based permanently out of one of our 6 offices. We will work with the business to ensure that you are well supported for each rotation at your preferred office location. Please advise when applying what your preferred location is and any other locations you would like to be considered for.

Our Graduate Program plays an integral role in our talent pipeline. As such, AEMO typically aims to employ 15 graduates per year.

You will work closely with our dedicated Graduate Manager to find your long term role at the end of the program that best suits your skills and career aspirations.

AEMO ensures a well rounded and enriching experience, focused on supporting graduates' development, in line with their future career goals. Through careful consultation with our Graduates, we have found exposure across a range of AEMOs core activities to be the most beneficial.  

Our rotational program is broken into 3 core streams: 

• Engineering  
• Analytics/Data Science 
• Digital/IT  

The degree you completed at university will determine which stream best applies. The Engineering and Analytics steam will follow a similar program, covering 3 core areas of the business – Operations, System Design and Reform Delivery. The Digital rotations will include a range of IT areas such as Cyber Security, Architecture, Applications, Infrastructure & Networks. A full range of rotations options will be discussed in more detail at our in person Assessment Centers.

1. CV and qualification review 
2. Gamified online assessment 
3. Video Interview 
4. In Person Assessment Centre

We understand that juggling study and life can get busy. However, to be considered for AEMOs Graduate Program you must submit your application on time.

We encourage all applicants to complete assessments as soon as possible. We have designed the application process to be as minimally impactful on university exam schedules as possible. To ensure we assess all applicants fairly, applicants must submit all assessments on time

Yes. Our Graduate Program is a Permanent position at AEMO. During your last rotation, you will work closely with our Graduate Manager to find your first role off the rotation program.

AEMOs Graduate Program intake changes year on year, based on the needs of the business. Unfortunately, we are unable to defer an offer for another year.

No. All applicants must be submitted online. It is a relatively easy online platform – however if there are any issues in submitting your application, please email Earlycareers@aemo.com.au

Yes we do, if you have full working rights from the commencement of the Graduate Program. Examples of Visas we have previously accepted include: Temporary Graduate 485; Partner Visa. Please make sure you provide all information when applying. We are unable to Sponsor Graduates, due to the specialised Visa requirements outlined by the Australian Government.