Job Posting Title: Technology Associate/Student (Testers, Designers) – Early Careers Work Placement

Are you still studying but ready to kickstart your career in tech and make a real impact? Join Accenture and become part of a team passionate about building reliable, high-performing applications.

• Location: Melbourne, Canberra, or Brisbane
• Start Date: April 2026
• Qualification: Currently enrolled in a VET/TAFE or university program in technology or engineering, with at least 12 months of studies remaining. You should be genuinely excited about building a future in engineering, technology, or software testing.
• Working Rights: Australian Citizens only, due to the secure nature of this role.

Technology Associate Roles We’re Recruiting!

Junior Quality Engineer

As a Quality Engineer at Accenture, you’ll be at the forefront of ensuring our applications are reliable, high-performing, and built to exceed expectations. You’ll work alongside talented Product Owners and Engineers, championing cutting-edge technologies and practices that prioritize quality and automation.

What You’ll Do:

• Test, Discover, and Innovate: Develop and execute test cases to ensure applications meet solution requirements. Identify and report defects to make sure everything runs smoothly.
• Learn the Basics of Quality Standards: Get hands-on with Accenture’s quality standards, procedures, and expectations through training and guidance. Start with simple functional testing tasks, like manual testing of user interfaces and basic features, and grow your expertise from there.
• Become a Bug Detective: Learn how to spot, document, and report bugs clearly using Accenture’s issue tracking systems. Begin crafting detailed test cases based on requirements and user stories, all under the guidance of experienced mentors.
• Master Automation and Performance Testing: Dive into automation testing tools, frameworks, and performance testing concepts. Apply your new skills while gaining insights into the software development lifecycle.
• Think Outside the Box: Use your creativity to uncover unexpected issues from a user’s perspective. Stay ahead of the curve by seeking feedback, staying updated on QE trends, and continuously improving your testing skills.

Junior System Designer

As a System Designer at Accenture, you’ll gain hands-on experience while completing your studies, working part-time with a team of experts on real-world projects. This is your chance to build a strong foundation in Agile delivery and technical documentation, setting yourself up for a successful career in tech.

What You’ll Do:

• Craft User Stories: Support the creation and refinement of user stories and acceptance criteria, helping to define the building blocks of innovative solutions.
• Be Part of Agile Workflows: Assist in backlog grooming and Agile ceremonies, gaining firsthand experience in how modern teams collaborate and deliver.
• Document and Map Systems: Help document system flows, data mappings, and integration points, ensuring seamless integration and functionality.
• Master Agile Tools: Learn to use industry-leading Agile tools like Jira and Azure DevOps (ADO), equipping yourself with skills that are in high demand.
• Collaborate Across Teams: Work with cross-functional teams in a professional setting, building your communication and teamwork skills.

Additional Requirements:

Security Clearance Requirement: Given the secure nature of this role, we are seeking candidates who are Australian Citizens with an active security clearance or are eligible for obtaining security clearance.

This requirement ensures that all team members are cleared to handle sensitive information and contribute to maintaining the highest standards of security in our operations.

On-call and Shift Expectations: This position is primarily focused on managed services, meaning you will be responsible for maintaining and improving our clients' IT systems (Applications and Infrastructure). Flexibility and adaptability are key, as you may be required to work in shifts to provide continuous support. Additionally, you may need to be on call to address incidents promptly and perform after-hours deployment activities as needed. Your ability to effectively manage these responsibilities will be crucial to ensuring the seamless operation of our services and client satisfaction.

Privacy & Data Use
This role may be subject to specific client or government reporting obligations. By applying, you acknowledge that, if successful, certain personal information (such as contact and demographic details) may be collected and shared by Accenture with relevant third parties for compliance and reporting purposes, in accordance with and subject to applicable privacy laws.

Other Items:

• Must not have been terminated from a Gov agency or received poor performance feedback.
• Must have lived in Australia for 2.5 years of the past 5 years.
• Must be up to date with tax requirements.

Must be committed to working on site in the client office 3 days a week

• Why You’ll Love Working Here
• Inclusive Culture: We celebrate individuality and foster an environment where everyone feels empowered to thrive.
• Career Growth: With continuous learning opportunities, you’ll have the tools to grow and succeed.
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible work arrangements to help you achieve your personal and professional goals.
• Impactful Work: Be part of projects that create real change for our clients and communities.

Join Us and Make a Difference
 At Accenture, we believe in the power of technology to transform lives and create a better future.You’ll be part of a team that’s passionate about innovation and committed to making a positive impact. Apply now and start your journey with us!

About Accenture 

Accenture is a global professional services company with leading capabilities in digital, cloud and security. Combining unmatched experience and specialized skills across more than 40 industries, we offer Strategy and Consulting, Technology and Operations services and Accenture Song — all powered by the world’s largest network of Advanced Technology and Intelligent Operations centers. Our 799,000 people deliver on the promise of technology and human ingenuity every day, serving clients in more than 120 countries. We embrace the power of change to create value and shared success for our clients, people, shareholders, partners and communities. Visit us at www.accenture.com.

Technology at Accenture

We deliver innovative services and solutions across cloud, systems integration, security, intelligent platforms, software engineering, data and AI, automation, and infrastructure. Our Advanced Technology Centers drive continuous innovation, adopting cutting-edge technologies like generative AI, blockchain, robotics, 5G, metaverse, and quantum computing.

Through Accenture Labs and global innovation hubs, we push boundaries in science and space technologies, helping clients innovate at unmatched speed and scale. Our strong ecosystem partnerships with leading technology providers and emerging startups enable us to deliver exceptional value and capabilities to our clients.

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