Graduate program

We’ll back your growth

As a graduate at AusNet, you’ll receive the support, experience and development opportunities to become future-ready.

Our program includes:

• structured rotations across multiple teams to build your breadth of experience
• real project experience contributing to Australia’s clean energy transition
• a competitive salary
• a learning and development program
• mentoring and guidance from experienced professionals and leaders
• access to a vibrant community of 150+ early career professionals across the business who regularly organise social, networking and professional development events.
• a supportive and inclusive workplace certified by WORK180 and Hidden Disabilities Sunflower program.

First Nations applicants

At AusNet, we acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the Traditional Custodians of the lands on which we live and work, and we pay our respects to Elders past and present. We are committed to creating a culturally safe, inclusive workplace where First Nations voices, identities and stories are respected and celebrated.

We support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees and communities through:

• developing the Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP)
• a dedicated RAP working group that meets quarterly and has open membership for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees
• acknowledging days of significance
• quarterly yarning circles with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees
• inclusive policies, including flexibility to change public holidays to alternate days.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples bring essential perspectives that strengthen how we connect with the communities we serve. You are strongly encouraged to apply.

Download our First Nations Graduates guide to learn about our commitment to closing the gap and support available for First Nations graduates at AusNet.

Graduate streams

We recruit graduates across several areas of our business, including:

• Engineering (Electrical, Civil and Mechanical)
• IT, Computer Science and Software Engineering
• Cyber Security
• Project Management
• Economics
• Business/Commerce
• Data Analytics
• Town/Environment Planning

If your degree isn’t listed but you’re passionate about shaping the future of energy, we still encourage you to apply.

What you’ll need to be eligible

To apply for our graduate program you will need to:

• have graduated by the end of the 2026 academic year (offers will be subject to graduation and transcript verification)
• have full working rights in Australia
• be prepared to commence full-time employment in February 2027 based in Melbourne