Career Advice

Episode #25 – Year In Review: 2023 Edition

Happy holidays! Join us in this special Year in Review episode as we wrap up Season 2 with our host, Callum Irving. As 2023 draws to a close, we reflect on a year brimming with insightful podcast episodes and social media content, all designed to support and inspire graduates and junior staff in the Australian […]

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Episode #24 – Future of the APS: APS Academy and Graduate Development

What is the mission of APS Academy and what does it offer for APS grads? What should APS grads know about the APS Craft? What is the Australian Government Graduate Development Program? On the 10th of October 2023, Gradcast hosted its first live podcast event, where we invited current and aspiring Australian Public Service graduates

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Episode #23 – Future of the APS: Skills, APS Reform and A.I.

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

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Episode #22 – Neurodiversity in the APS Workforce

Are you curious about what neurodiversity means and why it’s becoming a significant topic in workplaces? Do you want to know how the Australian Public Service (APS) is creating an inclusive environment for people with neurodivergent conditions like autism, ADHD, and dyslexia? In this episode, we are joined by Robin Edmonds, the Assistant Director of

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Episode #21 – Landing a Job: APS Graduate Interviews 101

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

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Episode #20 – Understanding fraud and risk as an APS grad

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

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Episode #19 – APS beyond Canberra: The regional experience

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

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Episode #17 – Special Edition: Interview with bri_jean198

In this special edition of Gradcast, our host Callum Irving interviews one of Canberra’s favourite internet personalities ‘bri_jean198’ aka Brianna Williams. Bri used to work as a recruitment admin in the Department of Infrastructure and Regional Development before she became a TikTok sensation with over 22K followers creating entertaining videos about Canberra and working in

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How to apply for graduate programs on APS Jobs

APS Jobs is the one stop shop for information on all graduate opportunities in the APS. Craig Smith Are you applying for a stream in the Australian Government Graduate Program (AGGP)? In this video, the Assistant Director of Career Pathways at the Australian Public Service Commission (APSC) takes Gradcast host Callum Irving through a key

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Episode #16 – Starting life as an APS grad

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

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Applying for the Australian Government Graduate Program – What You Need to Know

Applications are soon to open for the Australian Government Graduate Program (AGGP) in 2024. So, what do you need to know before applying? Here are some of the key takeaways from our recent podcast, where we asked an expert for his advice. In Episode 10 of Gradcast, we featured Craig Smith who is the Assistant

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Episode #15 – Season 2 is here!

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

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