Opportunities

Dr Madhura Manohar and graduate Keita Richardson with STAR accelerator

Launch your career.

Join Australia's leading nuclear workforce and experience the opportunity to shape a career that matches your talent, goals and interests.

ANSTO offers a diverse range of early career opportunities.

Graduates

OPPORTUNITY	WHAT'S ON OFFER	WHEN TO APPLY
Graduate Development Program	Two year rotation program Professional development and access to support networks Permanent Ongoing Employment	Applications for our 2025 Graduate Program are now closed
Emerging Engineers Program	Begin your career in engineering Gain exposure across a range of engineering design, delivery and project areas 2 Year Fixed Term

Cadetships

OPPORTUNITY	WHAT'S ON OFFER	WHEN TO APPLY
Cadetship Program	An entry level employment pathway Immerse yourself in practical paid work whilst completing your undergraduate studies. Engineering Opportunities	Applications for our 2024 Cadetship Program are now closed

Internships

OPPORTUNITY	WHAT'S ON OFFER	WHEN TO APPLY
Year In Industry Internship Program	For penultimate year students One year paid placement Industry-based learning It is recommended that students defer study and return for their final year following the program	Applications for our 2025 Year In Industry Internship Program are now closed
Internships	Apply theory and practice Placements will complement study and be supported by the University

OPPORTUNITY

WHAT'S ON OFFER

WHEN TO APPLY

Year In Industry Internship Program

For penultimate year students
One year paid placement
Industry-based learning
It is recommended that students defer study and return for their final year following the program

Applications for our 2025 Year In Industry Internship Program are now closed

Internships

Apply theory and practice
Placements will complement study and be supported by the University

Apprenticeships

OPPORTUNITY	WHAT'S ON OFFER
Apprenticeships	ANSTO aims to engage technicians and trade persons through a comprehensive apprenticeship program. Apprentices are sought and managed by an approved External Group Training Organisation.

OPPORTUNITY

WHAT'S ON OFFER

Apprenticeships

ANSTO aims to engage technicians and trade persons through a comprehensive apprenticeship program.
Apprentices are sought and managed by an approved External Group Training Organisation.

Traineeships

OPPORTUNITY	WHAT'S ON OFFER	WHEN TO APPLY
Traineeships	Combine on the job learning with formal qualifications
Indigenous Safety Technician Traineeship	$70,011 + 15.4% super Multiple positions No experience required	Applications close: 1 December 2024 Apply Now! Safety Technician Job Details \| ANSTO

Postdoctoral Research Fellowships

OPPORTUNITY	WHAT'S ON OFFER
Postdoctoral Fellowships	Employment by ANSTO

Scholarships

OPPORTUNITY	WHAT'S ON OFFER
AINSE Scholarships and Awards	AINSE provides pathways and networks for collaboration within nuclear science, engineering and related research fields both nationally and internationally. Our programs and services aim to foster scientific advancement and promote an effective collaboration between AINSE members and ANSTO

Graduate Program

ANSTO's Graduate Program develops the next generation of Australian business and science leaders, by providing the best and brightest postgraduate students with a two-year rotation cycle, tailored to match your talents, goals and interests.

ANSTO's Graduates on site at Lucas Heights

Graduate Profiles

What’s it like being a graduate at ANSTO? Read these profiles featuring some of our many graduates and scholarship recipients.

Early Career Programs

ANSTO’s vision is to deliver excellence in innovation, insight and discovery through our people, partnerships, nuclear expertise and landmark infrastructure. We are committed to investing in our people to achieve this vision.