2027 ATO School Leaver Program
Albury, New South Wales, Australia · Full Time
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- Experience
- Any
- Salary
- AUD 58,608 – AUD 58,608 / year
- Openings
- 1
- Posted
- 6 days ago
- Work mode
- In office
- Education
- Year 12 Certificate
- Eligibility
- Australian citizens who completed Year 12 in 2025 or 2026 and who successfully pass pre-engagement integrity checks including background and residency verification.
- Resume
- Required to apply
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Job description
About the Australian Taxation Office (ATO)
Seeking a career launchpad after high school? The ATO offers a unique opportunity where you get paid, upgrade your skills, and gain valuable hands-on experience from the outset. Whether your interests lie in customer service, administrative roles, or technology, you'll work toward a nationally recognised qualification while making a meaningful contribution to Australians' lives.
Program Overview
Engage in practical experience across various departments:
- Frontline Services: Assist the public with inquiries relating to tax and superannuation, offer guidance, and manage records.
- Administration: Facilitate business operations via records management, stakeholder liaison, document preparation, and reporting.
- Information Technology: Deliver technical support, participate in digital initiatives, and help provide modern services to Australians.
Your Year 12 certificate can unlock significant career growth at the ATO. Collaborate with experts, receive mentorship, and benefit from on-the-job learning to enhance your skills and professional network.
Program Benefits
- Competitive starting salary of $58,608 plus 15.4% superannuation
- One-year full-time program duration
- Work-life balance with flexible work arrangements, generous leave, and wellness support
- Job rotations across Frontline Services, Administration, and IT to explore varied career paths
- Customised training, mentorship, and support throughout the program
Post-Program Advantages
- Promotion to APS Level 2
- Salary progression to $66,274 plus 15.4% superannuation
- Potential to earn up to $73,452 plus 15.4% superannuation as an APS 2 Officer
- Achievement of a Certificate III qualification in IT or Business
Important Dates
- Applications open on 12 August 2026
- Applications close on 28 August 2026 at 4:00pm AEST
- Program commencement in February 2027
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must be Australian citizens who completed Year 12 in 2025 or 2026. Successful candidates will undergo pre-employment integrity checks, including background and residency verification.
Program Locations
Positions are available in Adelaide, Albury, Canberra, Melbourne, and Perth.
Minimum education
Higher Secondary (Class 12)