Sydney
- Application window: Summer 2025
- Commencing in: February 2026
- Program Duration: 18 months
What we look for
If you are a final-year undergraduate, postgraduate, or recent graduate with a strong academic record and meet the requirements below, you could be the right fit for us!
- An ability to collect, analyse, and interpret complex information
- An ability to communicate and collaborate with a wide range of people
- Evidence of quantitative skills
- Evidence of effective teamwork
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Motivation for driving the green energy transition
- Evidence of fluency in English (required)
- Fluency in languages such as Mandarin, Japanese, Malay, and Korean (highly valued)
What you can expect
During our Sydney Graduate Analyst Program, our graduates have various opportunities for growth and development, including:
- Accelerated training in how energy markets work
- Involvement in live client projects and influential industry reports
- A chance to build your toolkit of analytical, teamwork, and communication skills
- Insights into various aspects of the business through structured rotations across our teams
- Being part of a like-minded, supportive, and ambitious graduate community
Working with our teams
During the Graduate Analyst Program, you will participate in a rotational system, giving you the opportunity to work in our Research and Advisory teams. Upon completing the program, you will be offered a full-time position in one of these teams, based on your interests and business needs. Learn more about them below:
Advisory
Advising client decision-making with bespoke analysis
Our advice is fully bespoke, helping inform strategic decisions and providing the high levels of interaction required to facilitate some of the largest transactions in the energy sector. The nature of work is diverse, spanning different types of clients, technologies, and policy topics.
Research
Driving insights, informing decisions
The team forecasts the key power and commodity markets globally for over 800 subscribers, including clients from banks, funds, governments, and grid companies. Our reports focus on a variety of topics including renewables, battery storage, grid networks, thermal power, hydrogen and commodities.
Aurora’s Sydney Graduate Analyst Program
"We've all made some great connections through the program and it's awesome to have the others there when you don't understand something and when you get stuck."
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The Application Process
Our application process is designed to understand your competencies, strengths, and motivations for the program, but it is also an opportunity for you to learn more about us! There will be ample time for your questions, and our hiring team will ensure you receive all relevant information about the assessment process in advance.
Explore our Application Tips for more helpful insights!
Online Application
Apply online by submitting your CV, academic transcripts, and responses to application questions. These questions assess your motivation for working in the energy sector and your interest in joining Aurora Energy Research.
Quantitative Assessments
Successful applicants will be invited to complete online quantitative assessments to identify their competencies and strengths.
Virtual Interview
After analysing test results, shortlisted applicants will be invited to a live 1:1 interview featuring qualitative and quantitative questions.
Assessment Centre
In the final stage of the application process, successful candidates will be invited to participate in virtual or in-person final interviews at our assessment centres. During these sessions, candidates will be presented with two 45-minute conversation-style questions with quantitative case studies and a task to evaluate written or presentation skills.
Results
Once all assessment centers are completed and results are analysed, our Early Careers team will inform you of the outcome.
The Early Careers team will keep you updated throughout the recruitment process and let you know when to expect the final decision.
About Sydney
Sydney boasts more than 100 beaches, ranging from tranquil bays perfect for relaxation to some of the world’s best surfing spots, offering something for everyone.
Sydney is one of the most multicultural cities in the world, with residents speaking over 250 different languages.
Our Founder and CEO, John Feddersen, grew up in Australia!
