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  • 1,000 - 50,000 employees

Grant Thornton Graduate Programs & Internships

  • Accounting & Advisory

At Grant Thornton, we see the world a little differently – not for how things are, but for how they could be. And when it comes to people, we see you differently too. Not as resources to be used up, but as resourceful humans – with near limitless potential to unlock and harness.

Every day we reach for remarkable – in the opportunities we unlock, the experience we share and the results we deliver. But unleashing the remarkable in each of us takes CARE, that connects our passion with the purpose we live by. It’s why we go beyond in the way we care for our people, clients and communities, and support them to thrive, always.

Graduate and Vacationer Programs with a difference

Life's too short for a cookie-cutter career that treats you like another cog in the machine. So from the get-go, when you join us, you'll quickly discover that our approach to our Graduate and Vacation programs will challenge your curiosity and fuel your passion and ambition, empowering you to build a one-of-a-kind career path.

More than that, as leaders in accounting, tax and advisory services, we're committed to setting you up for success through our remarkable support network within a globally integrated firm filled with possibilities. With six offices across Australia and partner firms in more than 135 countries, wherever you want to go, we can take you there.

What makes you different makes all the difference

No two careers are the same. Beyond your university degree, academics and on-campus experiences, we recognise that who you are, together with your personal experiences, are the key to how we harness your potential.

Enjoy remarkable support

  • Starting at orientation, you'll get to know our business, vision, purpose and values and join a passionate, collaborative team positioned to support your success. Whether helping you experiment, learn and grow from your experiences or providing regular opportunities for feedback, we're there for you — all within a safe and inclusive environment.
  • We'll also launch you into a structured program that brings a dynamic mix of backgrounds, perspectives and ways of thinking that support crucial on-the-job training experiences and opportunities.
  • You'll work collaboratively with a leadership team and managers that respect your strengths, allow you to challenge convention, have a voice, and contribute your views, experiences and passions. And along the way, you’ll get space to develop your technical and business skills while shaping your knowledge and confidence through blended learning experiences.
  • In addition, when you pursue your Chartered Accountant (CA) program, we'll cover your fees and study materials, support you with in-house masterclasses and provide paid study leave to help you prepare for and sit your exams. It's our way of ensuring you're supported as you hit those big goals and stay motivated while pursuing a remarkable career.

Transform your aspirations into action

The best way to reach for remarkable is to take action. With us, you'll be ready to hit the ground running and inspired to discover a challenging and rewarding world of work around every corner. Moreover, we'll set out to expose you to exciting clients, projects and industries early and often to help you build your skills and drive your career journey.

Recruitment Process

Our application process

Get to know us

  • Do your research - explore who we are, our available programs, as well as our purpose, vision and values.
  • Decide which Service Line you wish to apply for.
  • Ensure you are eligible to apply.

Apply online

  • Apply directly via GradAustralia or our website.
  • Make sure you have a copy of your CV and most recent Academic Transcript ready to upload. Your CV should include details about your work experience, educate and any extra-curricular/community activities you have been involved in.
  • You are not required to submit a cover letter, but are welcome to do so.

Online assessment - the Grant Thornton Strengths Assessment

Once we have reviewed your application for eligibility, you will be invited to complete the Grant Thornton Strength Assessment.

  • The online assessment evaluates both cognitive ability and behavioural strengths.
  • It will take you approximately 30-40 minutes to complete.
  • You will receive a tailored feedback report within 24-48 hours of completing your assessment.

Video interview
Once you have completed the online assessment, a member of our Early Careers team will review your results. If selected to progress, you will be invited to complete a video interview.

  • The video interview provides you with the opportunity to tell us a little more about yourself.
  • You will be asked one (1) warm up question and three (3) assessable questions. In each assessable question, we will be looking to evaluate your communication skills, answer structure and the quality of your response.
  • It will take you approximately 10-15 minutes to complete

Attend an assessment centre and/or interview
If you are successfully shortlisted, you will be invited to attend an assessment centre and/or an interview.

The assessment centre is a half-day activity session which incorporates a:

  • Welcome session
  • Group activity
  • Individual interview with your selected Service Line
  • Individual business case activity
  • Q&A/Networking session with some of our current graduates

Feedback/Offer
Our team will finalise offer decisions shortly after the conclusion of your assessment centre and/or final interview.

If you have been successful, a member of our People & Culture team will call you to congratulate you and confirm your offer verbally. You will then receive a formal letter of offer from us via email containing all the details you need to know.

If you have been unsuccessful, a member of our People & Culture team will be in touch via phone call to advise you of our decision and to provide you with the opportunity to gain some feedback.

Application updates

We are fortunate enough to receive a large volume of applications for our graduate and vacation opportunities each year. We want to ensure every application is assessed individually and fairly so for this reason, assessing each application takes time. We ask for your patience and understanding throughout the application process.

You will always hear back from us regarding the outcome of your application - so if you have not been contacted yet, that means your application is still being considered, and you will hear from our team as soon as possible.

Applications for each office and service line are reviewed at different stages, however, we aim to minimise the wait time for candidates wherever possible. We will keep you updated at each stage of the recruitment process.

Once you have submitted your application, please ensure you regularly monitor your email and check your junk/spam mail settings as further updates regarding your application will be delivered via email.

Need additional support?

We are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible for anyone who wishes to apply. Should you require any adaptations to the recruitment process or need any additional support from us to help you perform at your best, we encourage you to select the option when prompted in your application form. A member of our Early Career Team will then be in touch with you to discuss your preferred method of communication, how we can support you in your application and your individual circumstances.

Alternatively, you can get in contact our Early Careers team at any stage of the recruitment process on 03 8663 6436 or earlycareers@au.gt.com. 

Remuneration & Career Growth

Remarkable perks 

We care about your well-being and happiness so you can live a life you love. In addition to a competitive graduate salary, our benefits strive to help you reach those exceptional career milestones and ensure you’re able to enjoy a better balance of your work and life commitments.

What we offer you

  • 9-day fortnight 
  • Flexible working
  • Funded CA qualification and paid study leave
  • Health Club & Gym membership at Goodlife or Fitness First
  • Dedicated career development Manager and Partner
  • Funded professional membership
  • Well-being and mental health support
  • International secondments
  • Careers and Technical Capability Passport
  • Annual one day paid volunteering leave through our Committed to the Community Program (C2CP)

Gain remarkable exposure

Career milestones can happen every day. Where you go and how you fast-track your journey is up to you. Through our programs, you'll work alongside leading Partners and specialists across a broad range of industries and experiences.  

Plus, get regular client exposure that provides you with exciting future opportunities to progress internally quickly within our organisation.

After building a solid foundation with us, your future at Grant Thornton may even see you broaden your horizons in a foreign country with one of our international member firms. After all, we do have the reach to take you where you want to go.

Whatever helps you succeed, we put resources at your fingertips with the ongoing support you need to develop and grow as you go. And it won't just be the confidence you'll build, but also exceptional, supportive relationships with colleagues and managers in a career path done your way.

Graduate Reviews

Overall Score
4.1
Overall score based on 79 reviews
What Graduates Say About Them
  • The people, culture and work-life balance.
  • Grant Thornton is truly an exceptional place to work. The firm really values diversity and inclusivity, and actively supports various charities.
  • The flexibility of home and office.
  • Exposure to a number of types of clients, good structure, really nice offices, good culture, other associates always ready to give you a hand.
  • 9 day working fortnights during quiet periods has been amazing. It helps incentivise me to finish my work earlier so I can get time off.
  • It seems that there is not much cross over between different service lines.
  • Sometimes you are required to work after hours.
  • Sometimes you will need to visit the client that is quite far away.
  • While the starting salary may be lower, the potential for growth and advancement is promising.
  • Lots of online training modules to complete at the beginning.

Jobs & Opportunities

Locations With Jobs & Opportunities
  • Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide, Cairns, Perth
Hiring candidates with qualifications in
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Business & Management
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IT & Computer Science
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Law, Legal Studies & Justice
Current Jobs & Opportunities

Graduate Job or Program

Salary
AUD 60,000 - 65,000 / Year

Fully funded CA program; paid study leave; a range of other remarkable perks

Graduate Job or Program

Sydney, Brisbane, Cairns, Adelaide, Melbourne, Perth
Salary
AUD 64,000 - 68,000 / Year

Fully funded CA program; paid study leave; a range of other remarkable perks


Graduate Success Stories


  • Graduate stories

Lillian Poh

Transfer Pricing Tax Associate at Grant Thornton

Bachelor of Commerce (Finance/Economics) at University of Melbourne

  • Graduate stories

Will Briggs

Corporate Tax Associate at Grant Thornton

Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting) at University of Adelaide


A Day In The Life Of


  • Day in the life

Samantha Spence

Audit and Assurance Associate at Grant Thornton

Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting and Banking Double Major at Curtin University

  • Day in the life

Olivia Donovan

Audit Associate at Grant Thornton

Bachelor of Accounting and Finance at Flinders University


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