Prosple Australia/GradAustralia Profiles

I love that my job still requires an application of electrical engineering theory – in some roles I have definitely had to dust off the old university textbooks and brush up on some concepts. The application of this theory and realising it out in the field is very rewarding.

The DTA Graduate Program provides significant opportunities for new public servants to gain insight into working in government.

If comfortable, make sure people you connect with are aware of your disability. It helps if you trust a good colleague/friend that understands disability and can help you out when you need.

As an Electrical Engineering Officer in the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF), my daily duties will vary depending on the role I am posted into.

My time as a graduate at Landgate provided me with the skills and necessary connections to kick start a career in the public sector.

My DFAT graduate role has been my dream opportunity. I get to balance my skills in data analytics with my passion for foreign policy.

I love knowing that my work and the work of the agency is directly benefitting a cause I am passionate about. The people are also really great at the agency.

Going into this program I thought I would only be learning the mechanical aspect of rail (anything moving) but this is far from the truth