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Queensland Rail

4.4
  • 1,000 - 50,000 employees

Queensland Rail Graduate Programs & Internships

  • Transport & Logistics

At Queensland Rail, we're built on true connection, and everything we achieve is made possible by individuals like you. As a Queensland Rail Graduate, you’ll shape a career you never expected. You'll embark on an exciting journey filled with varied experiences, real support and mentorship that will allow you to make a lasting impact on the rail industry, Queensland and your future.

Here, every moment matters. Whether you're facilitating daily commutes or connecting regional communities through freight services, you'll be surprised by how impactful these moments can be. As part of our diverse team, you'll feel a true connection to the lives you impact every day.

Queensland Rail’s Graduate Program is focused on providing a comprehensive and flexible approach to developing recent university graduates with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to become competent and confident professionals. All graduates participate in two years of rotations throughout the business as well as receive support from the Graduate Development program to develop essential skills.

The program aims to ensure you: 

  • Receive technical and professional development working with peers, leaders, customers, and stakeholders.
  • Collaborate and engage on some of the largest high-profile rail industry projects in Australia.
  • Build your network through formal mentoring programs and networking events
  • Grow your skills in project management, communication, and rail.

You’ll be a part of shaping the bigger picture, from contributing to projects like Cross River Rail to the 2032 Olympics and Paralympics. You’ll collaborate on high-profile projects and be provided meaningful pathways for your development and growth.

If you're looking to make a real impact and be part of a team that values connection, community and progress, Queensland Rail is the place for you.

Apply now and embark on a rewarding journey with Queensland Rail. 

Your journey matters. Make it with us.

Recruitment Process

  1. Submit your application and complete the pre-screen questionnaire, includes CV, cover letter, academic transcript, ID, etc.
  2. Online assessment (where required)
  3. Assessment centre – 8th and 9th of September (Brisbane)
  4. In-person interview that will include a recruiter and technical grad leaders on the panel
  5. Reference checks and medicals
  6. Offer

Remuneration & Career Growth

  • Our graduates are paid in the range of $75-80k per annum dependent on discipline
  • We offer a generous superannuation scheme (up to 17.5%)
  • FREE rail travel when travelling to and from work on the Citytrain network

Graduates with Queensland Rail commence on a salary of approximately $77,000.00 per annum + Superannuation. This salary is reviewed annually based on performance. 

Other benefits include leave loading, paid parental leave, flexible working opportunities, scheduled pay increases, annual leave buy-out schemes and salary sacrificing. 

A favourite amongst employees is the FREE RAIL TRAVEL when travelling to and from work on the Citytrain network. 

Queensland Rail embraces diversity and equal opportunity in a serious way. They are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills. The more inclusive they are, the better their work will be. We’ve built the foundation for diversity, with progress being achieved in the areas of gender balance, First Nations Peoples (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples), Youth, Disability and Multiculturalism.

Queensland Rail continue to establish and integrate key programs such as QRWomen, Graduate and Apprentice Programs, Work and Welcome, Return to Work processes, Employee Assistance Program, as well as Queensland Rail First Nations and LGBTIQ+ Staff Reference Groups.

Graduate Reviews

Overall Score
4.4
Overall score based on 6 reviews
They Score Best in…
8.4
Corporate Social Responsibility
8.3
Satisfaction
9.3
Work Hours
What Graduates Say About Them
  • Flexible work conditions, pay, training opportunities, experienced colleagues.
  • I am working in a very supportive environment in an organisation that is invested in my development and growth as a professional with endless career opportunities.
  • Good remuneration and free train travel.
  • The amount of support available to graduates, the dedicated graduate coordinators, the company culture, flexibility for WFH—hence, work-life balance, getting to work on interesting and challenging projects
  • Good people and supportive environment to work in. Strong job security.
  • The size and history of the company makes it feel quite divided at times, even between corporate and operations.
  • The bureaucracy, which can sometimes slow down the rapid progress of significant pieces of work (which is to be expected when working in the public sector),
  • Some areas have little movement and opportunity to work at a higher grade due to people being in their roles for 30+ years.
  • Remuneration is somewhat standard but could be better.
  • Nothing happens quickly here.

Jobs & Opportunities

Locations With Jobs & Opportunities
  • Brisbane
Hiring candidates with qualifications in
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Business & Management
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Engineering & Mathematics
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Humanities, Arts & Social Sciences
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IT & Computer Science
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Law, Legal Studies & Justice
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Sciences
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Trades & Services

Graduate Success Stories


  • Graduate stories

Matthew Ho

Graduate SAP Functional Consultant at Queensland Rail

Bachelor of Information Technology at QUT (Queensland University of Technology)

  • Graduate stories

Grace McIntosh-Phillips

Learning Partner at Queensland Rail

Bachelor of Business Management at The University of Queensland (UQ)


A Day In The Life Of


  • Day in the life

Matthew Ho

Graduate SAP Functional Consultant at Queensland Rail

Bachelor of Information Technology at QUT (Queensland University of Technology)

  • Day in the life

Liam Walsh

Graduate Electrical Engineer at Queensland Rail

Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical and Electronic Engineering) (Honours) at The University of Queensland (UQ)