Key dates

23 March 2026

Graduate applications open

10 April 2026

Graduate applications close

May 2026

Psychometric assessments open and video assessments completed

June 2026

Pre-employment screening checks

August 2026

In-person and virtual interviews commence

September 2026

Offers made

February 2027

Start date for 2026 GRADStart graduate program

Selection process

Step 1: Application form

The application form will collect information to help us learn about you. This includes: personal and demographic information
education and qualifications.

Step 2: Psychometric assessment

Once we confirm your eligibility for GRADStart, you will need to do an online psychometric assessment (cognitive, personality and behavioural testing). This assessment helps us understand you better and highlight your strengths.

Step 3: Video interview

Based on the outcome of your online assessment, you may be selected to participate in our online video interview and assessment.

Step 4: In-person or virtual interview

If selected, you will be invited to an interview with our GRADStart selection panel at our 1 William Street, Brisbane workplace. If you are unable to attend in person, email workforcedevelopment@treasury.qld.gov.au to arrange a virtual interview. The interview is a great opportunity for you to learn more about Queensland Treasury and what our GRADStart program has to offer you.

The selection panel, of Treasury leaders will assess your suitability for a graduate role.

We will do pre-employment checks including references, criminal history and your eligibility to work in Australia.

Step 5: Offer

We aim to make offers by mid-September 2026. The GRADStart program will commence in February 2027.

Supporting equity, diversity, respect and inclusiveness in our recruitment

Treasury is committed to building a diverse, respectful and inclusive workforce that reflects Queensland’s communities. By attracting, recruiting and retaining such a diverse workforce, our department is better able to support the government in advancing its priorities. See our Inclusive recruitment page for more information.

Support and reasonable adjustments can be provided to applicants throughout the selection process as required. Contact our Graduate Coordinator at workforcedevelopment@treasury.qld.gov.au (Opens in new window) to discuss further.

Important information for applicants

You will be informed via email on the progress of your application. Use an email address that you check often and check your junk folder.
You must give written consent for a criminal history check to be considered for the graduate role.
In applying for this program, applicants agree to conduct themselves in a professional manner and accept the decision of the selection panel.
Applicants must be an Australian citizen, or a person who resides in Australia and has permission under the law of the Commonwealth to work in Australia.

Contact us

Email: workforcedevelopment@treasury.qld.gov.au

Remuneration and career growth:

Successful applications will receive employee benefits, including:

a 2-year temporary contract with rotations within Queensland Treasury
networking opportunities within and beyond Treasury
a full-time starting salary of between $90,868 and $99,582, plus up to 12.75% superannuation
generous leave entitlements
flexible work-life balance (36.25-hour work week)
salary packaging options
an inclusive, collaborative workplace.

Videos

Diary of a GRADStarter - Mimi