Graduate Opportunities on the Gold Coast

In a ground-breaking move, the City of Gold Coast has initiated a program aimed at enticing a higher number of university graduates to contribute to the city’s future development. This initiative offers 25 positions spanning diverse fields, such as engineering, digital and data, business and management, environment, sustainability, and planning.

Known as the City’s Graduate Academy, this 12-month structured early career development program is designed to provide enthusiastic university graduates with opportunities for professional growth and hands-on experience.

The City of Gold Coast’s aim with this program is to make an investment in nurturing the upcoming generation of talent and future leaders. They provide support to early career professionals to help them acquire the essential skills, knowledge, and personal qualities needed in the initial phases of their careers.

Being the second largest council in Australia, the City of Gold Coast holds the distinction of being one of the most significant employers in the region, currently employing over 4,000 staff members. This extensive workforce offers employees a heightened level of flexibility in how they approach their work, consequently opening up a broader spectrum of career prospects.