About the Treasury Internship Program

We offer internship opportunities to students currently enrolled at university in or approaching their final year of studies, who are or will be pursuing honours, a masters or PhD in economics, legal, data, statistics or demography studies. As an Intern at The Treasury, you will work on challenging and impactful policies that help shape the Australian economic landscape and contribute to the broader work of the organisation.

Through real work opportunities our program provides you with the chance to:

• begin your Australian Public Service career
• develop strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• develop your knowledge of economics and financial markets, legislative reform and population impacts through meaningful work in your field of study
• gain access to subject matter experts from your first day of employment
• work in an inclusive and diverse workplace which celebrates and recognises the backgrounds, beliefs and experiences of all employees
• be part of a workplace team that promotes and fosters your skills and career development, with the opportunity to access career pathways including the Treasury Graduate Program
• complete your internship flexibly up to a 12 month period
• earn a competitive casual hourly rate of $39.06 per hour

Eligibility

To be eligible for Treasury’s Internship Program, you will need to meet the following requirements:

• be an Australian citizen
• currently be enrolled at university in your penultimate year, or final year of studies where you will be pursuing an honours, master or PhD in:
  • Economics
  • Legal
  • Data
  • Statistics or 
  • Demography studies
• have performed well over the course of your studies
• be willing to: 
  • be able to complete internship placement in Treasury offices in either Canberra, Sydney or Melbourne
  • obtain and maintain a valid Australian Government security clearance on acceptance into the program
  • undergo any police, character, health or other checks required

What we’re looking for

We are seeking students who are passionate about helping to shape Australian’s economic framework. 

If you are a university student who:

• is currently enrolled at university in your penultimate year, or final year of studies where you will be pursuing an honours, master or PhD
• has highly developed written and oral communication skills, strong analytical and people capabilities
• can demonstrate skills in influence, initiative, 
• can act with honesty, fairness and respect
• brings a fresh perspective to help us shape The Treasury as the Government’s lead economic adviser. 

We encourage you to apply for an internship and be a part of our team.

How to apply

Your application should be lodged electronically through our online recruitment system located at Treasury Careers. If you do not have internet access or are experiencing any difficulties lodging your application, please contact the Entry Level Programs Team through (02) 6263 2222 (Option 3) or entrylevelprograms@treasury.gov.au.

As part of your application you will need to provide:

• if possible, the name and contact details of at least one referee
• your current resume of no more than two pages, and
• your cover letter response to the selection criteria.

Selection Criteria

As a Treasury intern, you will have access to real work that will enhance your career prospects and capabilities. In your cover letter, please tell us in 500 words: 

• Why you are attracted to the Treasury Internship Program
• Personal strengths, knowledge and experience you will bring as a Treasury intern (think of those transferrable skills!)
• How this internship will assist you to reach your career goals. 

For further information regarding this vacancy, please refer to the Position Description.