2023 Research and Innovation Pathway in the Defence Graduate Program

The Research and Innovation pathway of the Defence Graduate Program gives you the opportunity to work with Australia's brightest and most innovative scientists, engineers and IT specialists in the Defence Science and Technology Group.

You will have the opportunity to work on some of the biggest and most complex scientific endeavours in Australia and apply your mind to solving some of the greatest challenges confronting our Defence Force.

Working with our partners in industry and academia, both in Australia and around the world, you will contribute to the delivery of scientific advice and innovative technology solutions to provide our Defence force with a capability edge.

Your success is our priority and we place great emphasis on helping you to be your best. We are strong advocates of lifelong learning and offer a range of initiatives to support your ongoing development.

The Research and Innovation pathway is a dedicated science and technology pathway and can lead to ongoing graduate employment with the Defence Science and Technology Group.

If you're a high achiever and value professionalism, scientific excellence, diversity and collaboration, then a Research and Innovation placement with Defence is the place for you.