• Great opportunity for ICT students to put theory into practice
• A range of roles across applications development, infrastructure support and IT security
• Ten positions in various locations; salary $57K (pro-rata)

The Technology and Security Division of the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) is looking for keen, motivated Information and Communication Technology students to work in various ABS offices during the summer vacation period, from the end of November 2020 through to the end of February 2021.  The office locations are: Belconnen (ACT), Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide, Perth and Hobart.

About the area

The Technology and Security Division is responsible for the provision of a comprehensive Information Technology service to the ABS, encompassing mid-range and small-scale computing facilities and associated communications networks.  We offer a range of IT career opportunities in Applications Development, Infrastructure Support and Security.  If you would like to be part of an organisation that is considered one of the best in its field and has always been at the forefront of Information Technology, this is an employment opportunity not to be missed.

About you

You will have: 

• completed a minimum of 2 years of a specific IT degree
• Australian citizenship
• well-developed interpersonal and communication skills, including an ability to work effectively in a team
• sound conceptual, analytical and problem solving skills
• an aspiration to be a part of a professional IT team
• a keen interest and ability in one or more of the following areas:
   

1. Development and Programming Officer
2. Business Analyst
3. Test Analyst
4. DevOps Engineer
5. Infrastructure Support Officer
6. Infrastructure Engineer
7. Networks and Telecommunications Officer
8. Cybersecurity Officer

How to apply

If you wish to apply for the ABS ICT Vacation Employment Program you will need to complete an application form, tell us about your skills and interests (a 300 word 'pitch') and upload your resume. Apply here.

Applications open on 20 October 2020 and close 11.30 pm (AEDT), Monday 2 November 2020. Late applications will not be considered.