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Pathways to a career with the AFP

Be part of a team that's committed to protecting Australians and Australia's interests.
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Our entry pathways

The AFP offers more than 200 diverse roles across a wide range of areas. We're always looking for people with different:

  • backgrounds
  • life and work experiences
  • skills.

Our jobs give you room to move. And they can really take you places. Grow as your interests and skills develop.

We advertise all roles on our Jobs portal.

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New Recruits

Protect Australia from crime with one of the world's most advanced policing agencies.

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Specialist and support

Apply your expertise to support the valuable work we do to keep Australians safe.

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First Nations

Boost your career with recruitment and training programs leading to a secure job with us.

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Graduates

Challenge yourself after university with a year of rewarding experiences in the AFP Graduate Program.

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Skilled Police

Transfer into a sworn role at AFP from an Australian state or territory police service.

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AFP Reserve

Continue to contribute your skills and experience as a former AFP employee.

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Work experience

Come and find out what it's like to work for us while you're still in school.

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Defence Force transition

Serve in the AFP after transitioning from Australia's Navy, Army or Air Force.

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Interested in a career as a protective service officer (PSO)?

Join our free online career information session on Thursday 3 July from 6 pm AEST and hear from our  panel of PSOs and our Recruitment team. Make sure you register to secure your place.  
 

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