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Department of Transport and Planning

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Company Overview

Website: https://dtp.vic.gov.au/about/careers/employment-pathways

We are the Department of Transport and Planning (DTP), leading Victoria’s transport and planning systems to create safer, more connected, and sustainable communities.

Through our DTP STEM Graduate Program and DTP Legal Program, we offer hands-on experience, structured rotations, and mentoring to help you grow and succeed. You’ll work on projects that shape how Victorians move and live, from public transport upgrades to urban planning.

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the heart of what we do. We proudly support First Nations peoples, LGBTIQ+ communities, people with disability, culturally diverse backgrounds, and women.

We are committed to building a strong pipeline of new talent. If you want meaningful work that makes a difference, your career starts here.

Application Process

Start your career where it matters. Here’s what to expect when applying for the Department of Transport and Planning (DTP) Graduate Programs.

  1. Apply online
    Click “Apply” on the job ad and submit the following:

    • Your resume and cover letter

    • Most recent academic transcript (and your undergraduate transcript if you’re studying a Masters or PhD)

    • Visa details if you’re a visa holder (you must have full working rights for the full duration of the program)

    • Responses to a few short application questions

    You must have graduated from an Australian university within the past 2 years to be eligible.

  2. Shortlisting
    If your application meets our criteria, you will be invited to complete an online assessment provided by DTP. This helps us get to know you beyond your CV.
  3. Interviews
    Candidates who perform well in the assessment will be invited to interview with the Hiring Manager and a panel of interviewers.
    In some cases, a second interview may be required.

  4. Pre-employment checks
    If you are successful in the interview stage, we will ask for:

    • Two references from different employers

    • A satisfactory police check

  5. Offer
    If all checks are completed successfully, you will receive an offer to join our Graduate Program.

    This is your chance to work on real projects that shape how Victorians move, live and connect. Apply now and start building your impact.

Jobs and Opportunities

2027 DTP Graduate - Engineers
Closing in 4 days
Graduate Jobs • Melbourne (Australia) • Accepts International
Construction

Launch your engineering career with DTP’s two-year Graduate Program. Work on real projects supporting Victoria’s transport, planning and land services, with mentoring and professional development....

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DTP Graduate - Legal
Closing in 4 days
Graduate Jobs • Melbourne (Australia) • Accepts International
Construction

Launch your legal career with DTP’s two-year Graduate Program. Gain practical legal experience and support work that helps shape Victoria’s transport and planning priorities....

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