Graduate careers at NAB

You've studied hard and you're ready to take the next step. We understand that once you graduate, it's not always easy to find your way. We can help you develop the skills, knowledge and network with which to build an exciting and inspiring career.

We hire graduates from different backgrounds such as commerce, science, business, IT, engineering and others. When you apply for the program, you’ll be asked to select a business area aligned to where you want to build your career.

You’ll complete a tailored program designed to give you broad experience, introducing you to all aspects of life at one of Australia’s largest and most successful financial institutions. You’ll also undertake rotations where you’ll build the critical capabilities and professional skills to grow a successful career. From day one, you’ll play an integral role in delivering for our customers and contributing to NAB’s strategic priorities.

What to expect

As a graduate at NAB, here’s what you can expect:

• Complete rotations and gain experience in genuine roles, doing real work.
• Have opportunities to get involved in enterprise-wide projects, initiatives, and resource groups.
• Create positive social impact via community and customer engagement projects.
• Learning and development opportunities aligned to building critical skills.
• Access NAB’s Career Qualified in Banking Accreditation.
• Be provided with ongoing coaching, mentoring and exposure to senior leaders.
• Attend networking events to help you build your profile and organisational connections.
• Be able to complete a four-week secondment in a business area of your choice.
• Join a supportive, engaged and connected graduate cohort.
• Be supported and placed into a permanent opportunity within your Graduate Program stream.

Eligibility requirements

Check that you meet the criteria for our graduate program.

Citizenship and visa requirements

You’ll need to be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, or be an Australian permanent resident at the time of applying for the program. Temporary visa holders are not eligible for the program.

Tertiary education requirements

You’ll need to have completed an undergraduate or postgraduate degree in the past three years (i.e. 2024, 2025 or 2026) or be due to complete it by the end of January 2027.