Seeking… In a demanding international environment the
Graduates who are: Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) needs
 Talented and highly motivated
talented and resourceful graduates to develop and
 Good communicators
implement policies that advance Australia’s interests, both
in Australia and overseas.
 Strategic thinkers and practical problem
solvers
Do you want a unique career in the international
 Team players, flexible, adaptable and
arena?
resourceful
Corporate and Financial Management graduates develop
 Sensitive to, and appreciative of, difference
and manage operating budgets, manage the department’s
and diversity
portfolio of owned and leased property, provide consular
and passport assistance to Australian citizens abroad
Degree/disciplines
and provide advice to Australian Embassies and High
Corporate and Financial Management
Commissions.
Trainee positions (CFMT): Bachelor or higher
degree in Commerce, Economics, Accounting,
What’s in the training program?
Business, Management or related discipline
Corporate/finance graduates undertake a two-year
with a major or minor in Accounting
professional development program in Canberra,
We also invite graduates from all disciplines to
combining four work placements with formal training
apply for our Graduate Trainee (foreign and
modules. We cover the costs and study leave for
trade policy) positions.
Corporate/finance graduates to study towards a CPA,
CA or other appropriate financial management
How to apply
qualification.
Online at www.dfat.gov.au/recruit/graduates
What about working overseas?
When to apply
After the Canberra-based program, graduates embark on
2 March – 8 April 2009
a posting in one of Australia’s overseas posts. Corporate
Pre-register online now
and consular staff overseas are financial and human
Eligibility
resource managers. They oversee the physical security of
Australian citizenship by 31 May 2009
our overseas missions, assist travelling Australians and lead
efforts in crisis situations.
Position locations
Canberra
Further information
Email: gradrec@dfat.gov.au
www.dfat.gov.au/recruit/graduates
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