Queensland Government Digital Graduate Program (Brisbane City)

About you We are looking for graduates with a willingness to learn, a growth mindset, and a positive attitude. You will play a role in contributing to projects, programs, initiatives and ongoing business that keeps Queensland communities safe, healthy, happy and thriving. Our graduates are integral to the Queensland Government. Remuneration and career growth We provide graduates with support and professional development to give them the tools and confidence to transition from digital graduates to digital professionals. As one of the largest employers in the state, the Queensland Government provides graduates the opportunity to tailor their career development and enhance their career opportunities. We offer:
- a starting salary of $76,217 at 1 July 2025 per annum plus superannuation
- Fixed-term 2-year contract
- flexible work-life balance opportunities, with a 36.25hour working week
- generous leave provisions and salary packaging
- a structured leadership development program
- career development guidance and a supportive graduate team
- access to networking opportunities and social events
- a mentor and connection to a supportive graduate cohort
- a wide variety of digital graduate roles to choose from. Career progression Due to their experience and training, our graduates can progress their careers very quickly. Eighty-seven percent of graduates completing the program stay on to be employed by the Queensland Government post-program. Our graduates' salaries can increase up to $27,000 (based at AO5 level) or more after completing the 2-year program. 1. The exact salary will be determined as per the applicable enterprise bargaining agreement. As an indicator, the minimum AO3 rate under the State Government Entities Certified Agreements 2023 as at 1 July 2025 is $76,217. 2. Working week hours may vary depending on the applicable enterprise bargaining agreement. “The program significantly accelerated my career development. It provided me with invaluable opportunities to enhance my skills, gain practical experience, and build a robust network within the public sector. The structured learning and mentorship enabled me to quickly adapt to new challenges and responsibilities, helping me to grow professionally at a much faster pace than I could have anticipated on my own.” Ashutosh
- 2024 Graduate
- Department of Education What you’ll be doing The cloud integration officer graduate assists to support the integration of cloud services (applications and infrastructure) with the department’s enterprise systems to support new cloud deployments and migration of existing services. The role follows global trends in hybrid ICT environments and researches cloud integration models, best practices and innovative solutions. Responsibilities Responsibilities in a cloud integration officer role may include:
- assisting in the planning and management of cloud application and infrastructure services into existing IT systems and cloud service to cloud service integration
- assisting to design logical models for components, integration flows and interfaces, that contribute to the development of cloud system architectures
- following project plans, design documents
- understanding business assurance and information security requirements
- contributing solutions to system integration issues. Ideal candidates Ideal candidates for a cloud integration officer role will have:
- the ability to analyse business requirements and offer solutions
- good research skills with the ability to capture research in succinct reports
- good interpersonal and written communication skills including the ability to liaise with clients. Technical skills Knowledge of:
- ICT infrastructure (networks, servers, storage, security, etc.)
- application and systems integration, interfaces, standards and middleware
- cloud computing platforms. Qualifications A degree in:
- Information technology
- computer science
- Information systems
- Software engineering. Eligible and who can apply? The Queensland Government prides itself on embracing diversity. We value people from all walks of life and are committed to creating a vibrant, inclusive, and diverse workplace. We encourage applications from:
- women
- people with disability
- Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples
- members of the LGBTIQA+ community
- people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds
- mature-age Queenslanders. We also welcome international students who meet unrestricted working rights in Australia. Support and reasonable adjustments can be provided to applicants throughout the selection process as required. Email our graduate manager discuss further. Eligibility To be eligible for the Digital Graduate Program, you must:
- Have completed (or will complete) a Bachelor’s, Graduate Certificate, or Master’s degree between January-2023 and December 2026. If you have an overseas qualification, it must be recognised in Australia prior to applying. Learn more about the Qualifications Recognition process (
- Hold a degree in one of these fields:
- Information Technology and related fields: Information technology, cloud computing, cyber security, computer science, data analytics, robotics, information management, mathematics, software or systems engineering.
- Emerging Technologies and AI: Artificial intelligence, automation development.
- Strategic Management and Business: Business, marketing, or project management.
- Design and Creative Industries: Web and multimedia design, user experience (UX) or interactive design.
- International students currently residing in Australia must also have:
- Unrestricted working rights in Australia until at least February 2029. This includes:
- Permanent Residency, citizenship, or work-related visas (e.g., Temporary Graduate 485 Visa) that permit full-time, unrestricted work.
- Evidence of transitioning to unrestricted working rights (if on a bridging visa). Successful applicants If you are successful you must:
- relocate to Brisbane (or other Queensland locations) at your own expense.
- be ready to start by February 2027. Earlier start dates may be accommodated based on agency-specific needs. #J-18808-Ljbffr Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3ruxty