About our program
The Department of Energy, Mines, Industry Regulation and Safety and the Department of Jobs, Tourism, Science and Innovation have come together to create an award winning interagency graduate program. It provides a multidisciplinary experience in policy, industry regulation, consumer protection, labour relations, energy, tourism, international trade, defence, science and innovation.
The 18 month program aims to build the skills, experience and networks required for a successful and rewarding career in the public sector. A customised rotational plan provides graduates with a range of opportunities to rotate through diverse business areas across our 2 agencies.
You will have the opportunity to work on state wide projects and initiatives, using your skills and knowledge to help improve the lives of the West Australian community.
Program highlights
- A structured 18 month program, with tailored rotations across the public sector, leading to permanent employment
- Extensive learning and development program, including participation in the Public Sector Graduate Launch program, as well as networking opportunities
- Access to a comprehensive support network, including a graduate sponsor and coordinator
- Work both independently and collaboratively with diverse teams
- Attractive starting salary and flexible working hours
Attributes we are seeking in candidates
- Enthusiastic and willing to learn
- Collaborative team player
- Curious problem solver
- Clear communicator
- Resilient and innovative thinker
Application dates
Applications for the 2025 graduate program will open in September 2024.
Find out more about the program.
Contact us
DEMIRS - Coordinator Graduate and Youth Initiatives
Mel Koch
T: (08) 9222 3374
E: graduates@dmirs.wa.gov.au
W: Department of Energy, Mines, Industry Regulation and Safety.
JTSI – Talent Management Coordinator
Amy Rosher
T: (08) 9262 1655
E: organisationaldevelopment@westernaustralia.com
W: Department of Jobs, Tourism, Science and Innovation
Grad stories
In addition to listening to Cassidy and Tamsin's stories below, watch the grad videos on our home page and look out for our grads Khloe and Tenysha!
Cassidy - DEMIRS and JTSI Interagency Graduate Program
Tamsin - Department of Jobs, Tourism, Science and Innovation
