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About the Role

Launch your career in public policy economics with NSW Treasury, the NSW Government’s financial and economic adviser. The Career Launch Program for Associate Economists is a 12-month program offering placements in different areas, training sessions, mentorship, and opportunities to influence policy development and government decision-making. Participants will gain exposure to a broad range of work and economic policy issues, develop their professional network, and build a well-rounded understanding of public policy career pathways. Upon completion, participants move to ongoing teams within Treasury.

Responsibilities

Placements in two different areas within the Economic Strategy and Productivity Group.
Participate in regular training sessions covering economics for public policy, problem-solving, and career development.
Engage with mentors regularly.
Play a role in informing policy development and government decision-making.
Gain exposure to a broad range of work and economic policy issues.
Develop professional networks.
Build a well-rounded understanding of career pathways in public policy.

Requirements

Completed or due to complete an undergraduate or postgraduate degree in a relevant discipline (e.g., economics, public policy, or a related field) by January 2027.
Available to commence employment on February 1, 2027.
Must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia.
Provide a concise, up-to-date resume detailing relevant knowledge, skills, and experience.
Provide your most recent academic transcript.
Provide responses to several pre-screening questions.
Do not include a separate cover letter.
May be contacted for a pre-screening interview.
Shortlisted candidates will be required to attend an in-person assessment center for interviews and assessments.
NSW Treasury does not provide relocation expenses.
NSW Treasury cannot support employer-sponsored work visas.
Internships are not offered.

Skills

Strong inter-personal skills
Ability to be challenged
Ability to think on your feet
Passion for applying economic frameworks and principles to drive better public policy
Strong commitment to developing professional capabilities
Problem solving
Effective communication
Working collaboratively
Resilience
Courage

Location

Sydney CBD

Work Type

Ongoing
Flexible working options available
35 hour working week

Experience Level

New and recent graduates

Education Level

Undergraduate or postgraduate degree in a relevant discipline (e.g., economics, public policy, or a related field)

Salary/Compensations

$78,000 - $84,799 plus Superannuation and Leave Loading

Benefits

Flexible working at our CBD office in Martin Place, Sydney
Flexible working hours within a standard 35 hour working week
Continuous learning and development opportunities
Emphasis on maintaining a culturally, mentally, and physically healthy workplace
Opportunities to connect with colleagues to boost social connection
Provision of support services
Seminars on fostering wellbeing
A range of leave provisions
Generous paid parental leave
Carers leave

About the Company

NSW Treasury is the NSW Government’s financial and economic adviser.
We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve, where everyone feels welcome, supported and able to contribute and do their best work.
We are committed to fair and equitable recruitment processes.
We actively support workplace and recruitment adjustments to remove barriers and enable equitable participation.
As a Disability Confident Recruiter, NSW Treasury is committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment and supports adjustments so candidates with disability can participate fairly at every stage.
As a Level 1 Activate Carer Employer, we recognise and support employees with caring responsibilities through inclusive and flexible workplace practices.
Treasury NSW recognises and values cultural knowledge and wisdom of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
We are strongly committed to being an Employer of Choice, one who offers, provides, and practices cultural safety in our workplace.

Equal Opportunity

Encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including First Nations peoples, people with disability, people of all ages and genders, LGBTQIA+ people, and people from diverse cultural, linguistic and religious backgrounds.
Support adjustments so candidates with disability can participate fairly at every stage.
Recognise and support employees with caring responsibilities through inclusive and flexible workplace practices.
Strongly encourage Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply.