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ANSTO

4.0
  • 1,000 - 50,000 employees

ANSTO Graduate Programs & Internships

  • Government & Public Service

ANSTO is the home of Australia’s most significant landmark and national infrastructure for research. Thousands of scientists from industry and academia benefit from gaining access to state-of-the-art instruments every year.

ANSTO aims to attract highly-skilled individuals who work collaboratively, with professionalism and integrity. More than 1,200 people are currently employed with one-third involved in scientific research across areas such as materials, health, climate science, mining and engineering.

ANSTO has provided employment to the Illawarra, Sutherland Shire and greater Sydney for decades and offers a diverse range of career opportunities, from science to engineering and business development. Staff are supported with development opportunities crafted over many years.

Graduate Development Program

The ANSTO Graduate Development Program aims to develop and nurture the next generation of business and science leaders. Offering a comprehensive learning and development experience providing graduates with the foundation skills to build a successful career. We look for graduates who are passionate about making a contribution to Australian society through supporting nuclear science and technology. 

Cadetship Program

An entry-level employment pathway for you to immerse yourself in practical paid work whilst completing your undergraduate studies. ANSTO's Cadetship program will invest in you, providing ongoing development, diverse learning, professional growth and mentoring. 

Internship Opportunities

Internships at ANSTO offer the opportunity to apply theory and practice, in your chosen field, to enhance the value of your remaining study. Students bring fresh ideas and the latest in theory and practice to the workplace, challenge and sometimes improve processes and contribute in a meaningful way to the projects and activities. 

Further information is available on our website www.ansto.gov.au/careers

Recruitment Process

ANSTO employees are passionate about what they do. We enjoy being part of an organisation making a difference in the lives of Australians.

ANSTO's Graduate Development Program recruits every 2 years; applications for our 2025 Graduate Development Program will open mid 2024. Our recruitment process starts with the online application and concludes with an assessment centre.

As part of the ANSTO online application process, you are required to upload your resume, cover letter, transcript/s and respond to a series of specific questions. This information will be used by the panel to determine your suitability. Shortlisting will commence soon after the closing date for applications however the completion of this may take several weeks, depending on the number of applications received. Only those who demonstrate the strongest claims will be selected for assessment centre. Applicants not selected will be notified by email.

To be eligible for appointment, applicants will require a security and pre-employment medical assessment. Citizenship requirements must also be met. As a Commonwealth Statutory Authority, ANSTO follows best practice recruitment procedures.

Remuneration & Career Growth

ANSTO Graduate Development Program is a reputable leadership program focused on providing professional development opportunities and hands-on experience.

Features of our Graduate Development Program include:  

  • A 2-year rotation program
  • A permanent employment opportunity at ANSTO on successful completion of the program
  • A significant investment in professional development and access to support networks
  • The opportunity to be mentored by some of Australia’s brightest minds and senior leaders

Graduate Reviews

Overall Score
4.0
Overall score based on 11 reviews
They Score Best in…
9.0
Work Hours
8.8
Diversity
8.4
Management
8.2
Corporate Social Responsibility
9.0
Work Hours
8.8
Diversity
8.4
Management
8.2
Corporate Social Responsibility
What Graduates Say About Them
  • A lot of training opportunities and good pay for a graduate position. Great support and team culture. I have had good opportunities to get involved with events and projects.
  • Flexibility, technological and research infrastructure, high level of responsibility
  • Great research facilities, good work-life balance and flexibility, good amount of responsibility
  • Haven't found that yet!
  • Location is far away from almost everything, commute to work is tedious.

Jobs & Opportunities

Locations With Jobs & Opportunities
  • Lucas Heights, NSW; Clayton, VIC
Hiring candidates with qualifications in
B
Business & Management
E
Engineering & Mathematics
G
General Skills & Pathways
H
Humanities, Arts & Social Sciences
I
IT & Computer Science
L
Law, Legal Studies & Justice
M
Medical & Health Sciences
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Sciences
T
Trades & Services
Current Jobs & Opportunities

Graduate Job

Sydney
Join Australia's leading nuclear workforce and experience the opportunity to shape a career that matches your talent, goals and interests.
Applications Close
28 Apr 2024
Start Date
24 Feb 2025
Salary
AUD 75,550 / Year

A competitive annual starting salary of $75,550 plus 15.4% superannuation

Internship, Clerkship or Placement

Sydney
An entry level employment pathway for you to immerse yourself in practical paid work whilst completing your undergraduate studies.
Applications Close
26 Mar 2024
Start Date
1 Jul 2024 - 31 Jul 2024
Salary
AUD 55,858 / Year

A competitive annual starting salary of $55,896 pro rata plus 15.4% superannuation

Graduate Success Stories


  • Graduate stories
I’m still a little bit in awe of all the science that happens at ANSTO. Seeing the work that goes into keeping the reactor running is motivation for me to keep learning and pushing myself.

Juniper Bedwell-Wilson

  • Graduate stories
I’m still a little bit in awe of all the science that happens at ANSTO. Seeing the work that goes into keeping the reactor running is motivation for me to keep learning and pushing myself.

Juniper Bedwell-Wilson

  • Graduate stories
Getting to work with innovative technology that enables cutting-edge subatomic research to be conducted is still something which blows my mind everyday I’m at work.

Jamie De Piero

  • Graduate stories
Getting to work with innovative technology that enables cutting-edge subatomic research to be conducted is still something which blows my mind everyday I’m at work.

Jamie De Piero

  • Graduate stories
I’m still a little bit in awe of all the science that happens at ANSTO. Seeing the work that goes into keeping the reactor running is motivation for me to keep learning and pushing myself.

Juniper Bedwell-Wilson

  • Graduate stories
I’m still a little bit in awe of all the science that happens at ANSTO. Seeing the work that goes into keeping the reactor running is motivation for me to keep learning and pushing myself.

Juniper Bedwell-Wilson

  • Graduate stories
Getting to work with innovative technology that enables cutting-edge subatomic research to be conducted is still something which blows my mind everyday I’m at work.

Jamie De Piero

  • Graduate stories
Getting to work with innovative technology that enables cutting-edge subatomic research to be conducted is still something which blows my mind everyday I’m at work.

Jamie De Piero


A Day In The Life Of


  • Day in the life

Keita Richardson

Keita Richardson studied a Bachelor of Science (Physics and Chemistry) at the University of Sydney and is now a Graduate at ANSTO.
  • Day in the life

Keita Richardson

Keita Richardson studied a Bachelor of Science (Physics and Chemistry) at the University of Sydney and is now a Graduate at ANSTO.
  • Day in the life

Conor Gould

Conor Gould studied a Bachelor of Engineering (Software) at Griffith University and is now a Graduate at ANSTO.
  • Day in the life

Conor Gould

Conor Gould studied a Bachelor of Engineering (Software) at Griffith University and is now a Graduate at ANSTO.
  • Day in the life

Keita Richardson

Keita Richardson studied a Bachelor of Science (Physics and Chemistry) at the University of Sydney and is now a Graduate at ANSTO.
  • Day in the life

Keita Richardson

Keita Richardson studied a Bachelor of Science (Physics and Chemistry) at the University of Sydney and is now a Graduate at ANSTO.
  • Day in the life

Conor Gould

Conor Gould studied a Bachelor of Engineering (Software) at Griffith University and is now a Graduate at ANSTO.
  • Day in the life

Conor Gould

Conor Gould studied a Bachelor of Engineering (Software) at Griffith University and is now a Graduate at ANSTO.

Videos


ANSTO's Cadetship Program

Are you interested in gaining real world experience at Australia's leading nuclear science and technology organisation whilst you study? Don't miss the chance to kickstart your career with ANSTO. Applications open in February!

Oksana, ANSTO Graduate

We're going inside Australia's only multi-purpose nuclear reactor with Oksana, an ANSTO science graduate.

ANSTO's Cadetship Program

Are you interested in gaining real world experience at Australia's leading nuclear science and technology organisation whilst you study? Don't miss the chance to kickstart your career with ANSTO. Applications open in February!

Oksana, ANSTO Graduate

We're going inside Australia's only multi-purpose nuclear reactor with Oksana, an ANSTO science graduate.

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