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Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Communications

Graduate Opportunities

DITRDC offers an 11-month graudate program in

About

The Department Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Cities has recently merged with the

Department of Communications and the Arts to form

the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Communications (DITRDC). DITRDC provides an environment in which all Australians can

access and benefit from communications services, creative experiences and culture.

DITRDC oversees internet, television, phone, radio and post communications and connectivity.

What kind of work?

DITRDC's work involves:

- Strategic advice and policy development - Program and grants management - Regulatory management

- Collaborative stakeholder engagement

Canberra. Applicants with degrees in public policy, law, sciences and communications are highly valued.

Graduates complete three placements and may be given

the opportunity to develop policy for broadband and

mobile connectivity, regulate airports, provide advice on strengthening our national broadcasters and postal services, and implementing the Smart Cities Plan. More info:

https://www.communications.gov.au/who-we-are/ careers/graduate-program

Fun Fact / Recent Project Classification regulation

In 2020, DITRDC conducted a review into Australian classification regulation. The purpose of the review was

to update the criteria used to classify films, episodic series

and video games. Public consultation has ended and the final report is currently being prepared.

Location

Canberra

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