Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development Graduate Program

Realising your true potential

About the program

Our 18 month program is designed to help you explore your unique talents, gain essential experiences, skills, and networks to kick start your career with us.

Through meaningful rotations, you'll build capabilities for a successful future. Our graduate program is designed to be more than just an entryway into a career; it's a conduit to realising your true potential. Picture yourself walking hand-in-hand with seasoned experts, collaborating on groundbreaking projects, and gaining insights that will nurture your professional growth.

Program highlights

  • One of a kind experience with our Emergency Management team, handling real emergency responses to protect Western Australia
  • Structured 18 month learning and development program (including an allocated budget for your ongoing development)
  • Exposure to impactful work across the department
  • Autonomy to design rotations aligned with your aspirations
  • Support through mentoring and buddying

Application date

DPIRD is not currently taking applications for 2025 while we complete a review of our program. We will update this directory soon with exciting opportunities for future graduates.

In the meantime, visit our careers page to find out more information.

The department is also hosting Work Integrated Leaning interns in partnership with universities on a regular basis.

Contact us

Lisa Le 
Organisational Development Consultant
T: 08 6552 2019
E: Lisa.le@dpird.wa.gov.au

Grad stories

In addition to listening to Daisy's story below, watch the grad videos on our home page.

Daisy - Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development Graduate Program

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