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GHD Graduate Program 2026 – Architecture Graduate, Canberra

We’re GHD.

We don’t do hair. But we do straighten out some of the world’s biggest challenges.

We’re engineers, scientists, designers, architects, planners, advisors, innovators and change makers, committed to making energy, water and communities sustainable for generations to come.

Since 1928, we’ve been wholly owned by our employees. Today, we are 11,000 diverse and skilled individuals working in over 160 offices across five continents — Asia, Australia, Europe, North and South America, and the Pacific region.

Who could you be at GHD Design?

We’re looking for a Graduate with a Masters of Architecture to join our GHD Design team in Canberra from February 2026.

GHD Design is a global design company operating through the GHD network of studios and offices. This provides a unique opportunity to leverage the depth of our geographic reach while maintaining local knowledge, infusion, commitment, and character. In Canberra, our team includes the following disciplines: Architecture and Interior Design delivering projects across 10 different market sectors.

Our local Architecture team focuses on delivering innovative designs which are site sensitive, site-specific and create a sense of place aligned with the client and community’s needs. The GHD Design architecture team is committed to a strong portfolio of federal and local government projects ranging from conceptual design to project realisation in large scale public infrastructure, institutional buildings and public realm.

Key responsibilities include:

• Assist in developing design plans in response to client requirements.
• Manage tasks to develop designs and planning concepts into clear and compelling graphic images and plans.
• Bring a positive attitude and develop great team relationships across multiple business areas and locations.
• Undertake internal training and work towards accreditation for your profession (support from experienced mentors will be provided)

We’re looking for someone who:

• Will graduate by end 2025 with a Masters of Architecture
• Enjoys working in a collaborative team environment.
• Is enthusiastic and willing to learn a wide range of skills.
• Has a portfolio of work that demonstrates a flair for design.
• Has solid computer literacy and good working knowledge of MS Office, AutoCAD, Adobe Suite, SketchUp, Revit, InDesign or Photoshop would be beneficial.

Your journey to joining GHD:

Here’s what to expect, step by step:

• Screening: We review applications as they come in, but be mindful that the bulk of our screening happens after applications close, so don’t worry if you don’t hear from us right away.
• Video interviews: If you make it through the first stage, you’ll record some answers to a few straightforward questions. This helps us get a sense of your communication style and what excites you about GHD.
• Meet the team: Next, you’ll have a face-to-face or virtual interview with your prospective team. We’ll chat through some behavioural based questions to learn more about your skills and experience. It’s also a chance for you to get to know us!
• Psychometric assessments: These quick tests give us a glimpse into how you like to work and your strengths in relation to the role, complementing what we learn during your interview.
• Offer: Congratulations! If you’re successful, we’ll talk through all the finer details, like salary, your start date, and our background checking process.

We’re committed to being as inclusive as possible and giving everyone an equitable chance of getting through our application process. If you identify as someone who is neurodiverse or have a disability and need adjustments to any part of the process, let us know in your application form—we’re here to help.

Ready to shine?

If you’ve got your documents polished and prepped, the application should only take 10-15 minutes. Apply now and take the first step toward an exciting career in consulting.

GHD: The Power of Commitment

At GHD, we don’t just believe in the power of commitment, we live and breathe it every day.

Community impact is important to us, influencing how we work, our projects and how we give back. Our GHD in the Community program partners with not-for-profit organisations so that we can work on pro-bono projects, as well as volunteering and fundraising for philanthropic and humanitarian causes. As a business, we also channel some of our profits into the GHD Foundation, a registered charity that addresses disadvantage and inequality in children accessing STEAM education in the countries where we live and work.

Within GHD, our employee groups and networks help us foster community, find our tribe, and celebrate what makes us unique. These groups play a big part in our global diversity, equity and inclusion strategy, creating spaces for meaningful and safe conversations, connecting with likeminded individuals, and creating a voice to leadership.

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