What qualities are employers in the APS seeking in graduates and junior staff? What skills can we expect to be in high demand in the next 5 years? What is the APS reform agenda? How might artificial intelligence (A.I.) impact the way we work in the APS? On the 10th of October 2023, Gradcast hosted …
Episode #23 – Future of the APS: Skills, APS Reform and A.I. Read More »
From application to interview, the APS graduate program selection process is extensive, and it can be quite overwhelming. What should you say during the interview? How can you prepare? And, most crucially, how do you stand out? In today’s episode, we’re taking a step back in time. We’re revisiting a memorable segment from last year …
Episode #21 – Landing a Job: APS Graduate Interviews 101 Read More »
Understanding risk and fraud is a critical part of working as a graduate in agencies that handle customers’ private information. Fraudsters can employ scams targeting both customers and agency personnel through various tactics such as cunning emails to deceptive phone calls and text messages. In this episode of Gradcast, hosted by former Commonwealth Superannuation Corporation …
Episode #20 – Understanding fraud and risk as an APS grad Read More »
Although Canberra serves as the vibrant heart of the Australian public service (APS), a number of government agencies are based in regions beyond this central hub. In this episode, we delve into the unique experiences of those working within the APS in these regional areas. Join us as we engage with three guests from the …
Episode #19 – APS beyond Canberra: The regional experience Read More »
The 2023 cohort of graduates in the Australian Public Service has now started their first rotation. In this episode, we hear stories about what happens after you accept your graduate program offer and the start of your journey as an APS graduate. Our guest for this episode is Tom Dobrochodow, who is Callum’s fellow Commonwealth …
Are you starting your APS Graduate program this year, or have you just completed it? Gradcast is the perfect resource for you to make the most out of your experience. Our podcast features tips, advice and real-life stories to help you navigate the APS Graduate Program and beyond. As part of the grad experience, the …
Happy holidays to all aspiring, current and ex-APS graduates. In this special Year In Review episode, we reflect back on the year that Gradcast was established. In March 2022, a new podcast series called ‘Gradcast’ was announced. A monthly podcast hosted by current and ex- APS grads, for current and aspiring APS grads. It explored …
What happens after a grad year? How should grads prepare for a role in the APS? What about for a role in the private sector? We seek for advice from current and ex-APS grads, so you don’t have to. It’s now December, and we are almost at the end of Season 1. As current graduates, …
Do you have to move to Canberra for your APS Graduate Program? What extracurricular activities should you be involved in to add to your resume? What is the application process like? How do you take part in APS graduate-led organisations and what are the benefits of being part of them? We have answers to some …
Do you have questions about the APS Graduate Programs? Are you wondering how to pick the right Graduate Program for you? What skills are currently in demand in the APS? How do you make the most of your rotations? We have more answers to questions we received from our listeners over the past few months. …
At times, APS Graduate programs can be a lot to take on. Especially for fresh university graduates – getting acquainted to a working environment, working with a team, meeting deadlines and even moving cities may impact their physical and mental health. What can we do about it? And what is the APSC doing about it? …
Episode #09 – Mental Health and wellbeing of APS Graduates Read More »
Do you identify yourself as part of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community? Are you an APS Graduate looking to climb the APS ladder? In this episode, we will listen to the exceptional career of Tarran Backhus, Indigenous Liaison Officer and Diversity Team Leader at the Department of Finance. Listen to Tarran, a Wiradjuri …
Mini Episode – Climbing the APS Ladder as a First Nation Graduate Read More »
