ADF Careers Graduate Programs & Internships

What does the recruitment process involve?

The process includes 2 separate sessions. The first session is called a YOU (Your Opportunities Unlimited) Session, where you will discuss the roles available, undertake a Job Opportunities Assessment, and chat about your medical history. The second session involves more comprehensive interviews with a doctor, psychologist, and senior member of the ADF.

If you are applying for an officer role, you'll also be asked to attend an in-person or online Officer Selection Board, which is similar to a formal job interview.

You can find more information and interview tips on our ADF recruitment process page.

In the ADF, you could enjoy:

• a competitive starting salary which increases with experience
• generous superannuation of 16.4% – a huge 5.4% over the Australian standard
• allowances and bonuses which recognise specialist skills and employment types
• free medical and dental, including access to allied health, rehabilitation, and mental health specialists
• the ability to package your salary and pay for a new car or laptop with pre-tax dollars
• tax-free pay for Reservists.

Benefits you won’t find anywhere else:

• subsidised housing support options wherever you’re posted
• the Home Purchase Assistance Scheme where you could access $16,949 (before tax) to help to buy your dream home, plus, after a number of years in service, a subsidised home loan (the longer the service, the greater the loan)
• payment of your relocation costs between posted locations domestically or overseas
• access to subsidised healthcare for family members through the ADF Family Health Program
• activity based allowances for meals and travel, and work in challenging conditions
• if you’re single, a return trip, door-to-door, back home once a year
• if you’re posted away from family for longer than two months, payment for travel to see your loved ones