Graduate testimonials

Medicare Australia is proud of it's success in retaining and developing it Graduates.

Following are testimonials from some of our current and former Graduates:

Mainstream Graduate testimonials

Having relocated to Canberra, I can soundly say that it is one of the best life choices I have ever made. Throughout the nine month program I have been exposed to an endless array of different working experiences—many of which were not specifically tailored to my tertiary studies. From training courses to interstate travel to networking opportunities, the life of a graduate at Medicare Australia offers you numerous personal and professional development opportunities, all of which are invaluable to a future career in the public service. – Danica Straw – Current Graduate

Since joining Medicare’s Graduate Program in 2009, I’ve enjoyed the training and general experience that;s been made available. Getting the opprtunity to make use of my Economics Degree has meant that the work is interesting;challenging;and there’s an opportunity to develop and further my career. Having the mentoring and other support arrangements has helped me to develop quite a network of friends and colleagues thus assisting me to grow as a professional. – Peter – Current Graduate

The best thing about Medicare Australia’s graduate program is its flexibility and the opportunity to complete various learning and development activities. The graduate program helps you in identifying your skills and provides the opportunity to develop further them. The program helped me to network with senior managers in various departments of the organisation all over the country. The graduate tag always stays in your resume and will give you an added punch when you seek further opportunities in the organisation or the wider Australian Public Service. – Prasanth – Current Graduate

I have found the Medicare Australia Graduate Program to be a rich and rewarding experience.  The stand-out feature of it, for me, has been the range and quality of the opportunities available; from professional training to personal growth to management skills development, it’s all here within the context of a strong internal culture which values its staff.  – Chris – Current Graduate

The transition from university studies to full-time work can be quite daunting however, being part of the Medicare Australia Graduate Program has made this time in my life exciting.

By rotating through three different positions within Medicare Australia you are able to taste the various job options and consider avenues you may not have otherwise done. In addition to this, the ongoing training offered within the Graduate Program ensures that you are personally and professionally prepared to tackle any task assigned to you.

I am very proud to say I am a Graduate with Medicare Australia. – Holly – Current Graduate

The Graduate Program offers you support and provides you with networking and training opportunities rare in many organisations.  It sets you on the pathway to developing interpersonal, technical and strategic-thinking skills that will be invaluable for the future.  This program has helped me recognise where I want to go and what I want to do in my future career. – Meilin – Current Graduate

The Medicare Australia Graduate Program provides strong organisational commitment and support to its Graduates.  The program is tailored for the individual in an ongoing manner, which provides a great combination of structure and flexibility.

I am gaining a great deal of hands on experience throughout the different rotations, which has given me a more complete understanding of how Medicare Australia operates from different viewpoints, which broadens my knowledge and potential in the organisation.  I believe the regular training and work experience has provided me with a solid foundation to build my career. – Mark – Current Graduate

Medicare Australia is a vibrant government agency with a great Graduate Program. Throughout the program, the Graduate coordinators took an interest in my personal development and as a result my rotations were uniquely tailored to my specific interests and academic background.  Having a significantly smaller Graduate intake than other Government departments and agencies, Medicare Australia allows Graduates to quickly feel respected within the organisation, to have greater access to numerous training opportunities, and to build productive working relationships with senior level staff.  It has been an invaluable experience. – Ritu – Current Graduate

IT Graduate testimonials

"As a Medicare Australia I.T graduate, I have found this program to be a very rewarding and unbelievable experience. There have been many incredible opportunities provided for me to improve my skills and develop my knowledge as a programmer. I have been offered vast amounts of exceptional support from my team and I am grateful for the valuable training provided to build upon my career in the I.T profession. The 9-month Program has exceeded my expectations and I highly recommend this program to all" - Peter - current IT Graduate.

"From an IT graduate perspective, Medicare Australia has a longstanding reputation, and it places strong focus on ideas, versatility, innovation and quality. For IT graduates, the program not only offers trainings on cutting-edge technologies but also management and leadership. In addition, all training is well balanced between theory and practice. Each IT graduate rotates amongst various roles residing in the software development cycle, such as business analysis, development and testing. The rotations have really widened my horizons and allowed me to see the bigger picture. Working at Medicare Australia has been a very fulfilling experience, enabling me to contribute to projects that assist the Australian public." – Ming – current IT Graduate

I am very proud to be part of the Medicare Australia IT Graduate Program.  Even though we are Graduates, we are involved in real tasks and projects that are used to enhance our knowledge and skills, not only in IT areas but also about Medicare Australia as an organisation.  Getting help is easy. Assistance from supervisors, managers, buddies and colleagues certainly improves our knowledge and productivity.

Training courses are included as part of the Graduate Program which further concretes our understanding of Medicare Australia and fuels our enthusiasm to be involved with Medicare Australia.

The most important thing is the rotations which gives us the chance to learn and try different roles in IT; from testing and developing through to business analyst.  It is fantastic to work for Medicare Australia.  I would recommend the Medicare Australia IT Graduate Program to all recent or future Graduates. – Hien – Current IT Graduate

The Medicare Australia IT Graduate Program has opened the window of opportunity for me to learn and grow within its vast Business and Technology platform. I am enjoying and exploring the challenges everyday within my area in IT Service Division with a positive impact on the business goal. – Sheikh – former IT Graduate

The Medicare Australia’s Graduate Program is a great way to make the transition from full-time study to full-time work. Graduates are involved in tasks and projects from early on ensuring that they are able to begin learning about Medicare Australia’s systems from the beginning. Help is available from all staff, not just your buddy, and previous Graduates can provide advice at a peer to peer level. Each Graduate is given a role in the organisation that is relative to their respective background. I would recommend the Medicare Australia Graduate Program to any recent or soon to be Graduate. – Tony – former IT Graduate

I came into Medicare Australia as a Graduate after completing the NICP (National Indigenous Cadetship Program) in 2007. On completion of my degree I received assistance in relocating to Canberra from Queensland and a career path in a large Department with room for promotion. Graduates also receive a salary above the national average for university Graduates in IT, ongoing mentoring and support from Medicare Australia staff and opportunities to further my knowledge with training and development courses. The work environment at Medicare Australia is diverse and the staff are friendly and supportive. Medicare Australia has organised regular meetings for Graduates to meet each other and to discuss issues and to provide feedback. The Graduate Program has given me an excellent opportunity to further my career in a busy IT environment currently undertaking challenging and rewarding work. – Martin – former IT Graduate

I am very proud to be one of the IT Graduates at Medicare Australia. This program provided me great opportunities to explore my academic knowledge and skills through the different training and on the job experiences. I think this program will give an excellent interface for the people who are trying to start their career in the IT field. – Monir – former IT Graduate

Last updated: 5 March, 2010