When you decide to join the Northern Territory Government, there are plenty of opportunities to kickstart your career.
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Start your career in the NT Government
There are a variety of ways to start your career with the Northern Territory Government public sector including:
Entry level positions
Are you interested in an entry level administration job? The Entry-Level Recruitment (ELR) service allows you to get a job in the Northern Territory Government.
Government traineeship
If you're completing a nationally recognised qualification, you can apply to do a Northern Territory (NT) Government traineeship. Traineeships are for one or 2 years and offer paid employment while you study.
Government vacation program for university students
If you're a university student, you can apply. The vacation program provides paid short-term employment for university students.
Aboriginal pre-employment program
If you're an Aboriginal jobseeker looking for work, you can apply for the Northern Territory (NT) Government's Aboriginal pre-employment program.
CMC and DTF Graduate program
As a graduate in the Department of the Chief Minister and Cabinet (CMC) or the Department of Treasury and Finance (DTF), you will experience a dynamic and stimulating work environment.
Early Careers Graduate program
The Early Careers graduate development program provides full time employment for university graduates.
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Being a Trainee with NTG has given me stability and growth opportunities.
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Working for government allows me to make a direct impact on the community.
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The graduate program helped me find my place in policy and public service.
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