The Policy Futures Graduate Program is your first step to a fulfilling career in Queensland Government.
As a Policy Futures graduate, you’ll feel the connection your work has to our purpose - to improve the lives of Queenslanders through the development and implementation of innovative and effective government policy. Your work can impact how health, education, transport, infrastructure, police and emergency services impact and benefit Queenslanders.
Throughout the two-year program, you’ll get the chance to undertake rotations across Queensland Government, exposing you to diverse and complex policy environments where you will be free to explore your interests and learn from experts in the field.
You’ll receive comprehensive learning and development opportunities, equipping you with the skills to fast-track your career. You’ll also receive a professional mentor, peer support, e-learning, and a range of networking opportunities.
Unique and diverse career - Explore your interests. Follow your passion. The career possibilities in policy are endless.
As a Policy Futures grad, you’ll get the chance to immerse yourself in the policy issues of your host agency and be at the forefront of creating real change for Queensland communities.
Inclusion for all
Be valued for your authentic self. Diversity is embraced and celebrated.
As the state's largest employer, we are committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve. We're looking for graduates with a range of skills, backgrounds and lived experiences.
As part of this commitment, we are continuing to create workplaces where everyone feels safe, respected and valued.
We strongly encourage all candidates to apply for Policy Futures.
Develop and grow
Our program builds the future policy leaders of Queensland.
Throughout the program, you will participate in a structured learning and development program, ensuring you have the skills and tools to tackle any wicked policy issue that gets thrown your way.
Who we’re looking for
We’re looking for graduates with a genuine desire to make a difference in Queensland.
The policy is a diverse field that requires input from all degrees and disciplines. Whatever you studied—from law to economics, creative industries to social work—your skills and experience will be valued.
Some of our past graduates have backgrounds in counter-terrorism, mathematics, social sciences, law, public health and economics, just to name a few.
We would love to hear from you if you:
Step 1: Application Form
To be considered for Policy Futures, you need to complete an online application form.
Step 2: Online Testing
Once you've submitted your application and we've confirmed you meet our eligibility criteria, you'll be invited to complete online testing.
To help us better understand how you work and your key strength areas, you will need to complete a strengths-based online assessment which includes a variety of question types assessing both cognitive and behavioural alignment to the role.
Step 3: Video Interview and Written Assessment
Following online testing, you'll be invited to complete a:
For the video interview, you will be asked to respond to 3 questions. But don't worry, you will get the chance to do a test run.
For the written assessment, you will be asked to complete a written task based on a letter written by a member of the public behalf to the Premier. This will give you an insight into the type of work you might be doing as a Graduate Policy Officer.
Step 4: Assessment Centre
You'll attend a face-to-face or virtual assessment centre which will include:
Step 5: Offer
If you receive an offer, you'll need to:
The program will commence in February 2025.
As a Policy Futures graduate policy officer, you will receive the benefits of working for the Queensland Government which include: