Graduate Opportunities

​​​​​​​​​​​NRE Tas Graduate Program

Ever wondered what it would be like to be part of developing a policy that makes a difference to Tasmania's natural and cultural heritage?

See yourself working out and about in Tasmania's amazing Parks and waterways?

Ever thought about using your digital and communication skills to help promote the work an important Government Department does?

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Come work for one of the largest and most diverse Tasmanian State Service Departments and be a part of delivering a sustainable Tasmania for the future.

Here at the Department of Natural Resources and Environment Tasmania, we have opportunities for Graduates across a wide range of disciplines.

From working on biological border safety, to wild fisheries management, to working with communities, to media and communications, to helping develop policies supporting natural resource management across Tasmania and much much more… from out in the field to in the office the opportunities are endless.​

As part of our diverse 3 year graduate program you will:

  • Gain experience across a large Government Department, using your skills and knowledge to help make a difference to Tasmania

  • Be part of a structured learning and development program so you can learn and grow your career

  • Work alongside passionate and knowledgeable people who want you to succeed

What we are looking for:

  • Graduates who believe in our purpose and vision for the future

  • Graduates who want to grow their careers and become future leaders

We are currently seeking graduates with interest or skills in: 

  • Policy, Legislation and Law

  • Natural Environment and Conservation

  • Agribusiness and Agricultural Science

  • Geography, Planning and Spatial Sciences

  • Media and Communication

  • Sustainability & Land management

  • Earth Sciences and Hydrog​​​raphy

Graduates are recruited as specific places become available and development opportunities are identified / provided on a case by case basis.

About you:

You are about to graduate or have recently graduate from a tertiary degree and are looking to kick start your career in a structured graduate program

You are passionate about what you do and want to be a part of delivering a sustainable Tasmania.

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​NRE Tas Graduate Program is part of the wider TasGrad Program.  

Applications for the 2025 program have closed. Visit the Tasmanian Careers jobs site to sign up for job alerts for graduate opportunities in 2026. Applications for the 2026 program will open in August 2025.​

Register your interest now in the NRE Tas Graduate Program for commencement in 2026.

Register your interest

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