People Operations (OPN)

A career with the DFAT provides you with the opportunity to make a difference. You will learn new skills and undertake work that promotes and protects Australia's international interests.

There are jobs and then there are careers. The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade can provide you with the opportunity to do the kind of work that adds up to something meaningful.

Australian Ambassadors and other representatives.

DFAT does not offer internship opportunities in the department in Canberra, but there are other opportunities across the foreign affairs and trade portfolio.

Some Australian Embassies and High Commissions overseas manage local internship programs. Further information can be found by visiting the website of the relevant Embassy, High Commission or Consulate.

The graduate selection process comprises three stages.